CV95XJ
NAXJA Forum User
- Location
- Hinckley, IL
Hey guys, Im looking to build some axles over the winter, and still have some questions. I have read all of the sticky posts on axle selection, but am really not looking to spend too much on this, I would like to do it all myself.
First off, identifying axles, Id like to find a 44/9 inch combo out of an older ford, Late 70's? i think. what are some things I could look for to identify them and make sure they are the right ones?
Also, I would like to regear them my self, to save some money, what else would need to be upgraded? I have heard that using chevy d44 knuckles is stronger, but is it really needed?
Another thing, I would like to keep my rubicon radius arm setup for the front, so what about the ford arms? could I just take them off, and weld up some new mounts for the RE arms?
Basically I would like an idea on what the best way to build a cheaper set of axles.
What would you guys do?
First off, identifying axles, Id like to find a 44/9 inch combo out of an older ford, Late 70's? i think. what are some things I could look for to identify them and make sure they are the right ones?
Also, I would like to regear them my self, to save some money, what else would need to be upgraded? I have heard that using chevy d44 knuckles is stronger, but is it really needed?
Another thing, I would like to keep my rubicon radius arm setup for the front, so what about the ford arms? could I just take them off, and weld up some new mounts for the RE arms?
Basically I would like an idea on what the best way to build a cheaper set of axles.
What would you guys do?