Lockers - because i trust you guys

[John90XJ]

Good point on the differences in axle setup. One reason I've likely never broken a front shaft, aside from being old and slow and running a 2 Low, is that they are welded 5-760X joints in a non-disco setup. Running a locked D30 with big tires and 260s is a recipe for repair at an inopportune time. I watched a friend of ours do it 3-4 times while in Moab last year. You could almost predict when it was going to happen.

 

[IXNAYXJ]

Locker worked awsome, U-joint just couldn't keep up huh?

Basically. Since welding the caps on, though, it's been golden.

With any sort of locked diff you're going to put more stress on the axles, so it's not a question of lock-rite vs. another type of locker. Even if it had been a selectable, it would have been engaged when I broke the shaft.

-----Matt-----

 

[KarlVP]

are you refering to a full detroit locker or just an ez locker. i just got the ez locker and it makes a lot of noise. and your not supposed to run over 32"s on them. i wish now i would have gotten an ausie just b/c of the no questions asked warrenty. should have done a little more research but i wanted to get it locked before a big trip. turns out i messed up the install and had to wait on new pins and didnt get to go wheelin ne ways. o well. hindsight is 20/20. live and learn.

I'm talking about full carrier detroits. If you can't afford that, or don't have the know how. Lunchbox lockers are great, and easy to install.

I know a guy running 39.5 IROK's on his D44 lock right. No problems at all.

 

[mojojojo]

WOW! thanks for all the responses guys. based on the past threads i've read, i realize that the 35 is junk. and knowing that i will eventually want to upgrade anyway...this is what i have decided on:
I will either go Aussie front and rear or Aussie front and stick with the LS rear. Hopefully this setup will last me a year or two untill i am ready. I'll put the left over $$ towards beafier axles, gears, and premium lockers for both ends when the time comes.

I guess my last question is if i go this route...how much benefit will i truelly get from the Aussie rear -vs- sticking with the LS?

 

[T&A-XJ]

If youre looking to spend $1k buy a 44 for the rear and 2 lockrights. Run that for a while and see what you break. Spending money on a D44 will be well worth it if you decide to go bigger you can be a little more confident.

 

[ECKSJAY]

If youre looking to spend $1k buy a 44 for the rear and 2 lockrights. Run that for a while and see what you break. Spending money on a D44 will be well worth it if you decide to go bigger you can be a little more confident.

IMHO the best option.

 

[Avanteone]

IMHO the best option.

X2. And it's rare that I agree /w Phil although, actually I'm agreeing /w Tim hahahaha

J

 

[ECKSJAY]

X2. And it's rare that I agree /w Phil although, actually I'm agreeing /w Tim hahahaha

J

Oh hell, now what?

I think four guys on horses just rode by the window.

 

[mojojojo]

so so do you guys think i will see any major benefit if i go with the aussie front and stick with my LS rear, while i am hunting for the 44 rear?

 

[Avanteone]

Do the aussie in front and dont spend a penny on the D35... save up for the D44. If you really wanna help it out a LITTLE, you can take apart the trash lock and slip another friction disk into the pack, that will tighten it up a bit. Or change the diff oil and do NOT add the frictiobn modifier for the limited slip.

J

 

[T&A-XJ]

so so do you guys think i will see any major benefit if i go with the aussie front and stick with my LS rear, while i am hunting for the 44 rear?

Yes.

 

[PoSxJ]

so so do you guys think i will see any major benefit if i go with the aussie front and stick with my LS rear, while i am hunting for the 44 rear?

Like you said in your PM if your going to upgrade then truelly go for the "gustO" and pick up a 9". Unless you find a stock d44 you going to have to modify it anyways. And I've seen 9" for sale for half of what XJ d44 go for. Just a thought.

Or If you had 2500 bucks you could by XJoes old axles.

 

[mojojojo]

i have a few connections in the automotive world, so i am thinking i can eventually stumble on a stock 44 for the rear. as for the front... from what i've read thats a whole lot-o-modificating. reminds me of things on my old scout...bad things, and many long nights laying on the cold concrete garage floor.

 

[PoSxJ]

i have a few connections in the automotive world

And your just telling us this now?

 

[mojojojo]

And your just telling us this now?

uhhh, oh, did i forget to mention that?

 

[PoSxJ]

uhhh, oh, did i forget to mention that?

Don't worry I'll bring my list to the next meeting.

 

[BPB]

how much for a 44$$$$

 

[PoSxJ]

how much for a 44$$$$

I've been seeing XJ44's on craigslist for $300-$400. From what I've seen that seems to be the average price. You may find someone on the board to give you a good deal on one.

 

[Avanteone]

how much for a 44$$$$

PM WSUXJER on here, I think he still has his XJ D44 for sale.

J

 

[John90XJ]

Or change the diff oil and do NOT add the friction modifier for the limited slip.

J

Ditto