Lucas
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- ZOO YORK CITY
Okie Terry said:
It's bolt on too!
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8.25 steerable
- Thread starter AZXJ
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It's bolt on too!
- Location
- Thornton, CO
AZXJ said:
Does that mean after the show n shine it's gonna sit in a warehouse for the rest of it's life???
4ward
NAXJA Forum User
- Location
- Dayton, OH
Azxj, I'm all for trying crap that's outside the box. Problem with this one is- by the time you're done getting all the custom one off crap to fit, you could have dropped in a waggy 44 w/alloys and have gotten in a complete season of wheeling.
I'm not trying to talk down to you (like many in this thread are), just trying to get you to realize the amount of time and money you'll have into building a custom axle.
In order to build this axle you'll need:
-knuckles, inner and outer
-brakes with associated means of attaching to axle
-custom axle shafts
The list goes on, but those are the big money items. If you're going to grab these parts off another axle, why not just use that axle instead?
I'm not trying to talk down to you (like many in this thread are), just trying to get you to realize the amount of time and money you'll have into building a custom axle.
In order to build this axle you'll need:
-knuckles, inner and outer
-brakes with associated means of attaching to axle
-custom axle shafts
The list goes on, but those are the big money items. If you're going to grab these parts off another axle, why not just use that axle instead?
TheFortuneAteMySon
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- Location
- Republic of Ohio
OneTonXJ said:
Good thing you added this.
I was beginning to think that the sarcasm was lost on this one.
He asked a question, and didn't like the answer, over and over.
Why are you so supportive...did he offer to paint the cover yellow?
I also see a Thornbird as your avatar.
What are you doing in this forum?
- Location
- Thornton, CO
TheFortuneAteMySon said:
One Ton has alot more history on
then you. What are YOU doing in this forum??? I definitely liked it better when this was a members only area................. :lecture:
OT
NAXJA Forum User
- Location
- Jensen, UT
I agree with TheFortuneAteMySon.
Except OneTon should have a street tire as his avatar.
Except OneTon should have a street tire as his avatar.
OT
NAXJA Forum User
- Location
- Jensen, UT
Don't you have a chapter meeteing to attend?91 Jeep Project said:One Ton has alot more history on
Roxtar
NAXJA Forum User
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- NW Indiana-Chicago area
You shouldn't say that.TheFortuneAteMySon said:
I like Sean, he's cool.
You're a jerk who should be banned from this and all other forums.
Mean people suck.
Ludakris
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- Frederick, Maryland
tealcherokee said:
There is another debate waiting to re-happen...
- Location
- San Bruno, CA.
91 Jeep Project said:One Ton has alot more history on
:confused1
Lawn Cher'
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- Location
- Westampton, NJ
The 8.25 is low pinion and has worse clearance than a D30. Not even remotely worth the effort for a front application.
I don't see what's so funny, Dirk Pitt.
I don't see what's so funny, Dirk Pitt.
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dsgray16
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- Location
- New York City
TheFortuneAteMySon said:
I dont think an 8.25 should be used for a front application simply because there are so many other options. But it is still a good axle, i have the 29 spline and 35's and iv had no problems on the trail.
That being said i too have a 44 sitting in the drive way simply because i want to run 4.88's
TheFortuneAteMySon
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- Location
- Republic of Ohio
The only people who say that the 8.25 axle is a good axle are those who are running it.
The brakes were designed for Chrysler minivans, and moved over to the XJ.
Lets recap: Small brakes, low pinion, huge lip on the bottom to plow the driveway, c-clip axle shafts, gearing restricted to 4.56, limited locker selection, and they don't come in Patriot Blue(ran out of 'cons').
Helluva axle!
Find a guy who says he likes larger women, and chances are its because thats what he is stuck with.
Not too tough to like liver when its the only thing on the menu.
What color would you like your Model T?
The brakes were designed for Chrysler minivans, and moved over to the XJ.
Lets recap: Small brakes, low pinion, huge lip on the bottom to plow the driveway, c-clip axle shafts, gearing restricted to 4.56, limited locker selection, and they don't come in Patriot Blue(ran out of 'cons').
Helluva axle!
Find a guy who says he likes larger women, and chances are its because thats what he is stuck with.
Not too tough to like liver when its the only thing on the menu.
What color would you like your Model T?
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Beej
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- The Wet Coast of BC
Your knob factor is excessive for a n00b. Not satisfied with your peeny today? Remember this is a family site. Excessive testosterone need not apply...TheFortuneAteMySon said:
:wave:
AZXJ said:
You must know me pretty well to think I was A.) criticizing you...not!
and
B.) incapable of thinking outside the box. Read my posts and your eyes will open. Very wide indeed...
ECKSJAY
Water is dirty
- Location
- Covington, WA
TheFortuneAteMySon said:
No kidding! To hell with firsthand experience anyway!
OT
NAXJA Forum User
- Location
- Jensen, UT
Actually, the noob make plenty of sense.
Like I said, I run it and am happy with it, but as soon as it starts showing it's true colors it's outta there.
Seriously, it's a waste of resources and money to spend either time or cash on the C8.25.
That's why mines welded with a ring gear from one set and a pinion from another.
This was a case of breaking the original ring and seanR sending me his from a set that he broke the pinion on.
I can't see spending more money on a locker and new ring and pinion for a marginally reliable axle assy.
Like I said, I run it and am happy with it, but as soon as it starts showing it's true colors it's outta there.
Seriously, it's a waste of resources and money to spend either time or cash on the C8.25.
That's why mines welded with a ring gear from one set and a pinion from another.
This was a case of breaking the original ring and seanR sending me his from a set that he broke the pinion on.
I can't see spending more money on a locker and new ring and pinion for a marginally reliable axle assy.
ECKSJAY
Water is dirty
- Location
- Covington, WA
Okie Terry said:
Spot on, old chap. Found mine that a local kid had with 4.56 RP, open diff, and 29spline. Untold number of miles, but WGAF? $175 and it bolted right in. I'm only running 33, which I bought new in March. I figure that if this axle dies or the tires wear out I'll buck up and jump right to 37s and D60s. Front locker, 4.56, and 33x12.50 MTRs get me where I need. But hey, this is Advanced Tech. I just lurk here.
- Location
- Thornton, CO
Okie Terry said:
What's the matter Terry, run out of newbies to pick on............:laugh3:
TheFortuneAteMySon
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- Republic of Ohio
I stand by the fact that the absolute worst thing about the 8.25 is the brakes.
The tiny drums on the 8.25" are barely enough to stop a rig with 31s and anything other than stock GVW.
Allow me to stress, that these brakes are interchangeable with the drums used on early Chrysler minivans.
MINIVANS!
The tubes are nice and thick, the housing is tough as hell, and the lip on the bottom edge can be ground flush with little effort, but you still have brakes that I wouldn't trust on my son's razor scooter.
My $.02.
The tiny drums on the 8.25" are barely enough to stop a rig with 31s and anything other than stock GVW.
Allow me to stress, that these brakes are interchangeable with the drums used on early Chrysler minivans.
MINIVANS!
The tubes are nice and thick, the housing is tough as hell, and the lip on the bottom edge can be ground flush with little effort, but you still have brakes that I wouldn't trust on my son's razor scooter.
My $.02.
