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GrapeApe
July 6th, 2006, 13:05
Has anybody here done this? I know i need new brackets. What about rear driveshaft. I currently run a Tw driveshaft. Is this a worth while swap from a 8.25 29 spline.

Sean
Lawn Cher'
July 6th, 2006, 13:25
A D44 is only a negligible and arguable strength upgrade from a 8.25, but you do lose c-clips in the process. To swap into a XJ, you'll need spring perches and shock mounts. You'll be able to reuse your original driveshaft.
GrapeApe
July 6th, 2006, 14:33
I can pick up the axle for 150. Is it worth it...
87manche
July 6th, 2006, 19:24
is it complete? Drum to drum?
150 I would say is average for a d44 missing brakes. for a full axle I would buy it and if you didn't use it you could probably sell it for a profit. Especially to someone with an MJ.
Wish I could find one.
GrapeApe
July 6th, 2006, 19:39
Yes its drum to drum. With limited slip. And now sitting in my garage.
Lawn Cher'
July 6th, 2006, 19:42
If your 8.25 is already locked and geared, I wouldn't bother with doing it again on the D44. Hell, if you have that much time on your hands you can work on my junk.
Menzenski
July 6th, 2006, 19:42
Yes its drum to drum. With limited slip. And now sitting in my garage.
Good deal. You shouldn't need a new driveshaft; if I remember correctly the pinion length on the 8.25 and D44 is pretty close.
onaXJ98
July 6th, 2006, 19:42
You got an awesome deal.
GrapeApe
July 6th, 2006, 20:14
If your 8.25 is already locked and geared, I wouldn't bother with doing it again on the D44. Hell, if you have that much time on your hands you can work on my junk.


My 8.25 is stock. Hoping to regear this spring..
Lawn Cher'
July 6th, 2006, 20:32
My 8.25 is stock. Hoping to regear this spring..

I thought you had a pretty built rig... didn't do anything with the axles yet?
GrapeApe
July 6th, 2006, 21:15
The axles are stock except for the steering. My little xj is an ongoing project.