Who has broken a 29spline 8.25 shaft??

[BIG98XJ]

Just got 456`s and a detroit in mine, I`m running 35x12.5 SSrs, goin to the dixie run at tellico early october, I`m already planning on getting spare shafts, but i`m just curious what tire size yall were running when it gave away.!

[azxjman]

I didnt break mine but a buddy of mine did running the warn shafts and 33x12.50 tires with a detroit locker first time he took them out but we think there was a flaw in the axle because he wasent doing anything to hardcore.

[BIG98XJ]

anybody else....??? or do the shafts not break all that easy

[Carpenter]

Originally posted by azxjman
I didnt break mine but a buddy of mine did running the warn shafts and 33x12.50 tires with a detroit locker first time he took them out but we think there was a flaw in the axle because he wasent doing anything to hardcore.

Are you sure your buddy had an 8.25? I don't believe anyone other than Dutchman makes shafts for the 8.25.

To the original post, I have never broken a 29-spline 8.25 shaft running 33 and now 34" tires with 4.56's and a locker. I don't run easy trials either.

[azxjman]

I am sure he he was running the 8.25 maybe I was mistaken on the warn shafts in the rear I know someone said something about him running warn shafts. I will have to ask him next time I see him.

[Ghost]

I've seen Carpenter on Lower 2. He does not run easy trails but then again I never saw him beat the snoot out of it either. But then again with a sweet rig like that I wouldn't either.

[BIG98XJ]

from what I have researched, I dont expect to break it, but just in case, Im goin to get some spare shafts.

[KLXJ]

Yukom makes 29 spline 8.25 shafts too.... I run 33' with an ARB so far so good...

[Goatman]

I haven't seen an 8.25 shaft break, but I also haven't run with too many on hardcore trails. I have seen alloy D44 (30 spline) and alloy 9" (31 spline) shafts break, so it's certainly possible. I'd get the spares like you plan on, better safe than sorry.

[brcomputer]

Any body have a writeup on changing an 8.25 shaft? I've never done it and would like to know what all is involved...

[Ramsey]

over a year ago and not many have broken then it seemed. just wanting to get an update on who else has. i'm running 33's 4.56s and a no-slip. i'm not to hard on it and carry 2 spares so i know i'll be ok. just wondering what everyone elses experiences are

[bgcntry72]

I broke 2 OEM 8.25 shafts on my '99 axle.
Both went out right at the nub for the c-clip, making the trail repair 'extra zesty'.
This was on 31" MTRs, with stock gearing and a NoSlip in the rear.
Both were 'spin...grab...break' scenarios when 'popping' myself over something that I shouldn't have been on, and I had a bad feeling both times.
I went to Dutchman shafts after that, and treated them far less gently, and never had a problem.
HTH.

[OT]

No problems with mine on 35"s for the last 6 months.
Ran them with 33"s for a year and a half and no probs.
Cratered my TCshaft, but the axles stayed.
Wish it was the axle, then I wouldn't have had to miss Pritchett.
Anyway, I use mine like it's a 60 and I've been lucky to date.
I also have 2 spares (f/r) just in case.
I expect they'll blow any time now.

[Ramsey]

if/when i jump to 35's should i invest in dutchmans, also what do they run? dont plan on swapping axles since i just regeared and locked it.

[OT]

if/when i jump to 35's should i invest in dutchmans, also what do they run? dont plan on swapping axles since i just regeared and locked it.
I think they are a good investment. I plan on them when I can afford them.

I swapped in the 8.25 from a d35 and have been very impressed with the strength it has shown.

[Ramsey]

that should take care of the rear. what are you running up front

[OT]

that should take care of the rear. what are you running up front
d30 with welded caps. Maybe someday I'll swap that out too or hybridize it, but I haven't had reason to yet.

Perhaps the lines I take reduce damage to my junk, but folks on here can attest that I don't take it easy.

Like I said, I expect that it'll break quite soon. 'Specially since I have jinxed myself on this thread.

[hackedxj]

My brother and I both run them on 33's with good luck. He uses excessive force when ever possible, loves to see tires smoking. If I hadn't already started an 8.8, I'd just stick with the 8.25.

[RoggiesXJ]

Newbie here saying hi, but where can I get a set of these Dutchman axles?

[OT]

Newbie here saying hi, but where can I get a set of these Dutchman axles?
www.dutchmanms.com

[RoggiesXJ]

Thanks.

[XJ_ranger]

am i correct in thinking that since the carrier is directly center in the axle, 1 spare shaft would work on both sides?
anyone know that one?

[OT]

am i correct in thinking that since the carrier is directly center in the axle, 1 spare shaft would work on both sides?
anyone know that one?
You'd be correct in your thinking.

[Ramsey]

true true, i just carry two because i have em and why not bring both. never know whats gonna happen

[bgcntry72]

am i correct in thinking that since the carrier is directly center in the axle, 1 spare shaft would work on both sides?
anyone know that one?

The only bad thing about moving to a D44 from my 8.25, is having 2 different sized shafts.
The brakes help me forget that shortcoming, though.
HTH

[xjrrrdx]

Is it true that a 27 spline 8.25 is basically like having a D35??

[OT]

Is it true that a 27 spline 8.25 is basically like having a D35??
The shafts are the same size, but the axle tubes are much thicker and the ring gear is larger, making for a stronger all-around axle than a d35.

[JeepinAudiophile]

if/when i jump to 35's should i invest in dutchmans, also what do they run? dont plan on swapping axles since i just regeared and locked it.

$280/pair

[Ramsey]

$280/pair
thanks, guess those might be next