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So I finally got it sorted out... turns out the splines were partially engaging but some friction (still not sure what) kept me from pushing the axle shaft all the way in by hand. I had read that it was bad idea to try and force it with a hammer because pounding on the outer spindle at the...

I took a picture of the inside of the axle tube that is giving me trouble:

I don't think the axle tube is bent. It looks straight as an arrow and this jeep has never seriously been wheeled as far as I know. There is some tension on the new axle shaft when I try and pull it back out however. It seems that the splines are partially engaging and then don't want to...

Hmmmm, this seems possible. I can see down the axle tube pretty well but I'm not sure how to tell the difference between a guide and an axle seal... one thing worth noting is that I can get the yoke to turn when I turn the passenger side axle shaft, which makes me think that the splines are...

Thanks guys. I'm double check the new axle shaft against the old one more time to make sure they're identical and then I'll play around with it a little more per your suggestions. I'll report back on what I find.

The diff still has its factory bar code and PN#: 0671-7 in case that helps inform axle and diff information.

'97 4 door SE with Dana 30 non-disconnect front axle I'm replacing the axle shafts. The driver's side went in perfectly, however the passenger side isn't going in all the way. It needs to slide in about 1" more but won't budge. I've tried turning the yoke and the driver's side wheel hub to...

Degreased control arms, tie-rod and drag link to prep for repaint. Repainted the front bumper. Last weekend I hit the front end, Dana 30, knuckles, dust shields and sway bar mount with chassis saver. Getting everything cleaned up and painted for a new Old Man Emu 2.5" suspension install this...

I love NAXJA. Seven years later and you just saved me $35 and lead me to teamcherokee.com, which is a great resource. Thanks!

I have a '97 four door and am outfitting it as a winter camping vehicle for ski touring. To make sleeping more comfortable, I plan to install an expandable sleeping platform. This platform could be longer and much more comfortable if the front seats folded forward. I've searched for a set of 2...