snapped ball joint WITH PICS!!!!
#31
See this is the issue more and more about "swapping" to D60s. None are cheap, unless you come across a score b/c the seller does not know or some other unique situation.
While the D60s of any kind are still an upgrade (some are better than others), you still are getting used ones. At least that I've seen they almost always need to be rebuilt (internals and desired gears) followed by anything else needed to bolt up. Not to mention changing wheels b/c of bolt pattern, which typically would mean tires too. D60s are not being sold cheap, even if "ready" to go...they are expensive.
You're really looking at min. $2000 per axle. It's a big investment. I've seen some going outright for $500 and more, but they need lots of work done to them.
Lately, I'm thinking its more cost effective for the rear axle to be a 14 bolt...
While the D60s of any kind are still an upgrade (some are better than others), you still are getting used ones. At least that I've seen they almost always need to be rebuilt (internals and desired gears) followed by anything else needed to bolt up. Not to mention changing wheels b/c of bolt pattern, which typically would mean tires too. D60s are not being sold cheap, even if "ready" to go...they are expensive.
You're really looking at min. $2000 per axle. It's a big investment. I've seen some going outright for $500 and more, but they need lots of work done to them.
Lately, I'm thinking its more cost effective for the rear axle to be a 14 bolt...
#34
#35
That goes w/o saying. But I get ya, I see wut u did thar!
Really, some actually came with a DL? Interesting tidbit.
I'll be going selectable ARB though.
14 bolt is much easier for setup though, adjustable and full float. No crush collar or sleeve thingy. I don't know it just seems more serviceable and tons of support.
I'll be going selectable ARB though.
14 bolt is much easier for setup though, adjustable and full float. No crush collar or sleeve thingy. I don't know it just seems more serviceable and tons of support.
#36
It does have alot more support for it, I just cant talk myself into spending more money though lol. It would be impossible to get whats into my axles out, hell it'd be hard to get half out. So ya'll dont think a fully trussed 44 with HD balljoints and chromolies would hold to light wheeling?
#38
get a new AAM 9.25 front outta a 03+ 3/4 ram, no CAD bs their high pinion and will almost bolt right in and their 32 spline inner and 33 spline outter
or get a 2002 Dodge dana 60 they didnt have cad
if you go with a CAD 60 get a 99+ they were like the AAM and were 32 spline inner and 33 outter
pre 99 60s were 30 inner and 32 outter
but honestly if it were me id go with a AAM or go big with a BJ or king pin 60 with coil overs
or get a 2002 Dodge dana 60 they didnt have cad
if you go with a CAD 60 get a 99+ they were like the AAM and were 32 spline inner and 33 outter
pre 99 60s were 30 inner and 32 outter
but honestly if it were me id go with a AAM or go big with a BJ or king pin 60 with coil overs
#40
It does have alot more support for it, I just cant talk myself into spending more money though lol. It would be impossible to get whats into my axles out, hell it'd be hard to get half out. So ya'll dont think a fully trussed 44 with HD balljoints and chromolies would hold to light wheeling?
get a new AAM 9.25 front outta a 03+ 3/4 ram, no CAD bs their high pinion and will almost bolt right in and their 32 spline inner and 33 spline outter
or get a 2002 Dodge dana 60 they didnt have cad
if you go with a CAD 60 get a 99+ they were like the AAM and were 32 spline inner and 33 outter
pre 99 60s were 30 inner and 32 outter
but honestly if it were me id go with a AAM or go big with a BJ or king pin 60 with coil overs
or get a 2002 Dodge dana 60 they didnt have cad
if you go with a CAD 60 get a 99+ they were like the AAM and were 32 spline inner and 33 outter
pre 99 60s were 30 inner and 32 outter
but honestly if it were me id go with a AAM or go big with a BJ or king pin 60 with coil overs
^These are all good points to offer, but not sure whom you're suggesting to at all. All of those, while "bolt in" still take quite a bit of effort to get integrated. spline counts, gearing, being the biggies.... I addressed this "cost" a few posts above. Can you cite a direct example of a streamlined swap? In no way am I saying to doubt you as I've have NOT dove too deep into all the possible swap options.
I think you'd be good with the beefing up you mentioned. Jeeps run this all the time, granted they shorten the axle length and weigh less. However, that doesn't stop them from running it harder.....due to some compensation thingy.