92tanMJ Posted July 8, 2013 Share Posted July 8, 2013 Gotcha, sounds like you have a plan then Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biotex Posted July 13, 2013 Author Share Posted July 13, 2013 Now that my 95/96 XJ Brake Booster & M.C. have arrived, I can start sorting out the lines. Here is a picture with them labeled: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zackcj7 Posted July 25, 2013 Share Posted July 25, 2013 How much, if any did the 8.8 swap change your ride height in the rear? Being spring under did the thicker tubes noticeably lower it any? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biotex Posted August 14, 2013 Author Share Posted August 14, 2013 On 7/25/2013 at 3:55 PM, zackcj7 said: How much, if any did the 8.8 swap change your ride height in the rear? Being spring under did the thicker tubes noticeably lower it any? Nothing noticeable IMO. Probably 1/4" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zebvance Posted August 15, 2013 Share Posted August 15, 2013 I just did the swap any it was 1/4 inch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crash Posted August 16, 2013 Share Posted August 16, 2013 Did you by chance change/swap out the stock prop valve for a ZJ/WJ valve? It is supposed to change the front/rear amounts applied. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Incommando Posted August 16, 2013 Share Posted August 16, 2013 On 6/17/2013 at 4:10 AM, Bounty Hunter said: Being a c-clip axle isn't a downside, have you seen an 8.8 fail due to c-clips? And I'd question being 20% stronger than a d44. Don't forget they commonly spin the axletubes inside the diff housing under a load. This is usually solved by welding the tubes to the housing. I used 55% nickel rods when I welded mine. Not exactly accurate. I have seen a couple of 8.8's fail and lose an axle shaft in person and know of more. That is why the NHRA requires that they c-clip eliminators for many classes. This is very serious on a drum brake rear as the whole shaft/brake/wheel assembly will leave the vehicle in the event of a c-clip failure. On a disc rear this is mainly mitigated by the bolt-on caliper retaining the disc and keeping the whole shebang from moving out laterally. Granted this is for a different scenario involving higher horsepower and more traction than most of us deal with but it is IMHO worth mentioning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Incommando Posted August 16, 2013 Share Posted August 16, 2013 On 7/7/2013 at 6:22 AM, Blue88Comanche said: On 7/3/2013 at 12:13 PM, Biotex said: what is the amp output of the welder you are using? Millermatic 251 250 A at 28 VDC, 40% Duty Cycle 200 A at 28 VDC, 60% Duty Cycle Why do you ask? Just wondering, I have been looking into getting a better welding machine than my 90 amp Harbor freight. It's good for small things, I already killed one while working on a small project but, thankfully the warranty replacement was simple. That is quite an upgrade. The Miller will run you over $2K. I am a 1/4 owner of a Millermatic250. If you have some buddies who could also use a welder enough to justify the price then going in on one like a timeshare is not a bad idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zebvance Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 On 8/16/2013 at 5:48 AM, Crash said: Did you by chance change/swap out the stock prop valve for a ZJ/WJ valve? It is supposed to change the front/rear amounts applied. Yes I did Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bounty Hunter Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 On 8/16/2013 at 7:20 AM, Incommando said: On 6/17/2013 at 4:10 AM, Bounty Hunter said: Being a c-clip axle isn't a downside, have you seen an 8.8 fail due to c-clips? And I'd question being 20% stronger than a d44. Don't forget they commonly spin the axletubes inside the diff housing under a load. This is usually solved by welding the tubes to the housing. I used 55% nickel rods when I welded mine. Not exactly accurate. I have seen a couple of 8.8's fail and lose an axle shaft in person and know of more. So they 8.8's you witnessed break were due to the c-clips? Or they broke a shaft and the axle walked out because it's a c-clip axle? Would take quite a side load to break 'due' to c-clips. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
87manche1 Posted August 27, 2013 Share Posted August 27, 2013 I cannot find a 3.55 limited slip ford 8.8 so that kinda sucks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xjustinx Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 On 8/27/2013 at 11:05 PM, 87manche1 said: I cannot find a 3.55 limited slip ford 8.8 so that kinda sucks You have a Pull-a-Part near you? Mine had decent amount of them, actually I had a hard time finding a 4.10 open axle. Only had one explorer sport with one in it, I got lucky. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
92tanMJ Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 Open axle? On 8/29/2013 at 12:54 AM, xjustinx said: On 8/27/2013 at 11:05 PM, 87manche1 said: I cannot find a 3.55 limited slip ford 8.8 so that kinda sucks You have a Pull-a-Part near you? Mine had decent amount of them, actually I had a hard time finding a 4.10 open axle. Only had one explorer sport with one in it, I got lucky. I don't think there are any open 8.8 in 3.55. Why wouldnt you want the limited slip? :hmm: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
87manche1 Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 I have 2pull a parts not a single 3.55 in any of the explorers. According to ranger station and explorer forum 3.55 are only available in open axle not ls. I had limited slip so I didn't wanna down grade traction got a 8.8 w4.10 gears limited slip. And I found a dana 30 w 4.10s for 50 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
87manche1 Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 http://www.explorerforum.com/ntrprize/Axle.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
92tanMJ Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 On 8/29/2013 at 1:47 AM, 87manche1 said: I have 2pull a parts not a single 3.55 in any of the explorers. According to ranger station and explorer forum 3.55 are only available in open axle not ls. I had limited slip so I didn't wanna down grade traction got a 8.8 w4.10 gears limited slip. And I found a dana 30 w 4.10s for 50 Dana 30 with 4.10s for $50 bucks??! Hook a brother up! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
87manche1 Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 I'm on it like flys to s#$ t Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
92tanMJ Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 On 8/29/2013 at 2:00 AM, 87manche1 said: I'm on it like flys to s#$ t Hell yeah man! 8.8 with 4.10 limited slip AND you found a dana 30 with 4.10s for $50! :bowdown: Teach me your ways Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xjustinx Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 On 8/29/2013 at 1:27 AM, Zack said: Open axle? On 8/29/2013 at 12:54 AM, xjustinx said: On 8/27/2013 at 11:05 PM, 87manche1 said: I cannot find a 3.55 limited slip ford 8.8 so that kinda sucks You have a Pull-a-Part near you? Mine had decent amount of them, actually I had a hard time finding a 4.10 open axle. Only had one explorer sport with one in it, I got lucky. I don't think there are any open 8.8 in 3.55. Why wouldnt you want the limited slip? :hmm: Put a Spartan locker in it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
92tanMJ Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 On 8/29/2013 at 7:57 PM, xjustinx said: On 8/29/2013 at 1:27 AM, Zack said: Open axle? On 8/29/2013 at 12:54 AM, xjustinx said: On 8/27/2013 at 11:05 PM, 87manche1 said: I cannot find a 3.55 limited slip ford 8.8 so that kinda sucks You have a Pull-a-Part near you? Mine had decent amount of them, actually I had a hard time finding a 4.10 open axle. Only had one explorer sport with one in it, I got lucky. I don't think there are any open 8.8 in 3.55. Why wouldnt you want the limited slip? :hmm: Put a Spartan locker in it. Gotcha, I didnt know that you couldnt put a locker in a limited slip dif. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zebvance Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 On 8/29/2013 at 9:21 PM, Zack said: On 8/29/2013 at 7:57 PM, xjustinx said: On 8/29/2013 at 1:27 AM, Zack said: Open axle? On 8/29/2013 at 12:54 AM, xjustinx said: On 8/27/2013 at 11:05 PM, 87manche1 said: I cannot find a 3.55 limited slip ford 8.8 so that kinda sucks You have a Pull-a-Part near you? Mine had decent amount of them, actually I had a hard time finding a 4.10 open axle. Only had one explorer sport with one in it, I got lucky. I don't think there are any open 8.8 in 3.55. Why wouldnt you want the limited slip? :hmm: Put a Spartan locker in it. Gotcha, I didnt know that you couldnt put a locker in a limited slip dif. you can but you have to change out the carrier I think Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xjustinx Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 On 8/29/2013 at 9:22 PM, Zebvance said: On 8/29/2013 at 9:21 PM, Zack said: On 8/29/2013 at 7:57 PM, xjustinx said: On 8/29/2013 at 1:27 AM, Zack said: Open axle? On 8/29/2013 at 12:54 AM, xjustinx said: On 8/27/2013 at 11:05 PM, 87manche1 said: I cannot find a 3.55 limited slip ford 8.8 so that kinda sucks You have a Pull-a-Part near you? Mine had decent amount of them, actually I had a hard time finding a 4.10 open axle. Only had one explorer sport with one in it, I got lucky. I don't think there are any open 8.8 in 3.55. Why wouldnt you want the limited slip? :hmm: Put a Spartan locker in it. Gotcha, I didnt know that you couldnt put a locker in a limited slip dif. you can but you have to change out the carrier I think Correct, it has to be an open carrier. I will say so far I really like the spartan. I almost never notice its even back there on the pavement. I dread the day I ever have to remove it though lol. Damn c-clips Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
onlyinajeep726 Posted January 4, 2015 Share Posted January 4, 2015 Hate to rehash an old thread, but I found this through a Google search (saved me from making another thread). This is great info!I'm ready to hit up LKQ and find me an Exploder axle for my MJ. . :MJ 1: . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MidTenManche Posted March 21, 2016 Share Posted March 21, 2016 Some Great information on this post... I picked up an 8.8 with 4.10 and LSD for 100 bucks... still waiting on that D30 for 50 though. Hats off. Anyone around TN know of a good D30 with 4.10 let me know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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