wildernessxj
NAXJA Forum User
- Location
- Clearwater BC
I just purchased a 92XJ and have been working on upgrading it to a reliable wheeler.
I wanted to swap out the Dana 35 rear diff as I understand it's a turd. I found a 2000 8.25 at the wrecker with only 70,000kms on it so I dragged it home for the swap. After bolting everything up it was time for a test drive and I cringed when I heard a grinding noise. I had checked the gears when I had the cover off and all looked good before the install.
Turns out I have a bent pass side axle and the grinding noise was the drum rubbing on the backing
My question is should I just request a replacement axle for the bent one or should I look at getting another complete unit and start all over again. Is there any other areas I should be looking for damage if the axle was bent?
Any suggestions would be apreciated.
Thanks K
I wanted to swap out the Dana 35 rear diff as I understand it's a turd. I found a 2000 8.25 at the wrecker with only 70,000kms on it so I dragged it home for the swap. After bolting everything up it was time for a test drive and I cringed when I heard a grinding noise. I had checked the gears when I had the cover off and all looked good before the install.
Turns out I have a bent pass side axle and the grinding noise was the drum rubbing on the backing
My question is should I just request a replacement axle for the bent one or should I look at getting another complete unit and start all over again. Is there any other areas I should be looking for damage if the axle was bent?
Any suggestions would be apreciated.
Thanks K