KJurasek
NAXJA Forum User
- Location
- Lafayette, LA
I am in the process of building a custom HP Dana 44. However, I am running into a bunch of different answers from different people. First off, I would like to build a HP Dana 44 that will be minimal cost and allows the use of after-market parts (mainly inner axle shafts). Second, I am trying to beat the cost on some of the after-market custom axle shops. I believe this can be done.
What I am running into is people saying that since I will be building a HP Dana 44 for the stock length of the XJ, then they will have to make custom inner axle shafts. Second, I am getting different answers on what items to use for the outer knuckles and hubs (GM knuckles, caliper supports, and Ford hubs (5 x 5.5)). What kind of spindles to use? Also, there is the question of a high-steer vs. low steer.
Ahhh!!!
Cannot I not use TJ parts to build a HP D 44 excluding the custom housing?
I did not realize it was so complicated just to swap the pinion from low to high.
Any input on this is appreciated.
KJ
What I am running into is people saying that since I will be building a HP Dana 44 for the stock length of the XJ, then they will have to make custom inner axle shafts. Second, I am getting different answers on what items to use for the outer knuckles and hubs (GM knuckles, caliper supports, and Ford hubs (5 x 5.5)). What kind of spindles to use? Also, there is the question of a high-steer vs. low steer.
Ahhh!!!
Cannot I not use TJ parts to build a HP D 44 excluding the custom housing?
I did not realize it was so complicated just to swap the pinion from low to high.
Any input on this is appreciated.
KJ