A good idea from JU (using front DS and SYE)

GI-John · Apr 3, 2005

http://www.jeepsunlimited.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=630174

I'm gonna try this too....I just can't see myself spending 200+ for a DS...

XJ_ranger · Apr 3, 2005

:thumbup:never read anything like that before....

:worship:

nothing to see here kids - move along...

nhrocker · Apr 3, 2005

XJ_ranger said:
:thumbup:never read anything like that before....

REALLY?! (dripping with sarcasm) :laugh3:

I seem to read that every time I hear someone needing a new rear DS, and it's what I've been planning on for my rig if I ever get an SYE. I just have to remember that the front shafts from XJ's were different lengths depending on if the XJ was stick or auto....

JnJ · Apr 3, 2005

Currently have a front shaft for my rear. It's not a new idea......

XJ_ranger · Apr 3, 2005

nhrocker said:
I just have to remember that the front shafts from XJ's were different lengths depending on if the XJ was stick or auto....

engine matters two - by the way...

the Auto trans with the 4.0L and the 231 is the shorter
where the AX-15 with the 4.0L is longer

not sure about the 4cyl, but i do know that it makes a difference...

-Ranger

ChuckD · Apr 3, 2005

http://jeepsunlimited.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&postid=5414059#post5414059

This one is pretty funny. Actually it's kinda sick.

uke:

nhrocker · Apr 3, 2005

:thumbup:

Thanks for the reminder Ranger, hopefully I can remember it when the time comes to find one.... :doh:

XJ_ranger · Apr 3, 2005

ChuckD said:
http://jeepsunlimited.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&postid=5414059#post5414059

This one is pretty funny. Actually it's kinda sick. uke:

:conceited:scared:

mack · Apr 3, 2005

oh my god!...that is just scarry!:scared:

ChuckD said:
http://jeepsunlimited.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&postid=5414059#post5414059

This one is pretty funny. Actually it's kinda sick. uke:

ChuckD · Apr 3, 2005

For some reason I can't post on JU anymore. Maybe it's a good thing. Can someone post and tell him the truth of his creation. Please before somone gets hurt.

hackedxj · Apr 3, 2005

ChuckD said:
http://jeepsunlimited.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&postid=5414059#post5414059

This one is pretty funny. Actually it's kinda sick. uke:

Don't see alot of "booty fabbin" done in chromoly.

Bmxpunk1369 · Apr 3, 2005

got the front in the back right now... works great but the edges of that spicer part are razor sharp. No reason why but my hands were so cut after swapping out the u joints and puttin that baby on the flange. Damn spicer.

Kittrell · Apr 3, 2005

What the hell is that UCA made out of..............

uke:

kirby · Apr 3, 2005

How much is that spicer part? I would think that doing a real sye and then just using the front shaft would be better and about the same price as using the hack n tap and that spicer part.

XJ_ranger · Apr 3, 2005

91 Jeep Project said:
What the hell is that UCA made out of..............uke:

i like the weld in the middle of it...

BigDawgz · Apr 4, 2005

LOL...that UCA looks like some parts I've seen at my local Tractor Supply store! I've heard of guys running 3-pt hitch and quick hitch arms before...but I wouldn't do it. The ends wear out too easily and were never designed to be used in an automotive type setting. Not safely anyways.
Aron

Jeepin Jason · Apr 4, 2005

kirby said:
How much is that spicer part? I would think that doing a real sye and then just using the front shaft would be better and about the same price as using the hack n tap and that spicer part.

According to the thread, he picked up the adapter for $60 locally. You can buy it online for $60.51: http://www.rockforddriveline.com/Shopping/R2-21-1229.asp

ECKSJAY · Apr 4, 2005

Jeepin Jason said:
According to the thread, he picked up the adapter for $60 locally. You can buy it online for $60.51: http://www.rockforddriveline.com/Shopping/R2-21-1229.asp

Ok, so:
http://www.rubiconexpress.com/dynamic/mainpage.asp?folderid=208

Plus

http://www.rockforddriveline.com/Shopping/R2-21-1229.asp

Is a better way to go than:

http://www.central4wd.com/store/itemdetail.asp?ID=8261
(which allows you to bolt one of those shafts directly on)

???

Meh...I still like the way I did with the AA kit and front shaft. Less to worry about, IMHO. Just not fond of cutting my own shaft, then drilling it, then not having it hardened afterward.

Jeepin Jason · Apr 4, 2005

for a lot of folks I think it comes down to cost... I mean, otherwise why else would you run an old front driveshaft in the rear instead of buying a new HD driveshaft? If you've got a '96+ XJ, the RE hack-n-tap is like $88, plus $60'ish for the DS adapter, plus whatever you end up paying for a front DS (which in the case of the guy that started the thread was $0). If you're on a tight budget, or are just a cheap bastid, those numbers look a lot better than $230+ for an SYE, plus another $250-$300 for a DS.

baldwinwb · Apr 5, 2005

I just orded an HD SYE from Performance off road center for 169.99 shipped. and that was the total including tax. You'll have to call them though, their website has been acting up. Any way its only about 20 dollars more than the hack and tap with the adapter. Now tell me you can't rationalize 20 bucks!!
http://www.performanceoffroadcenter...1349e47f858ee7a

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