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What axles does a Jeep YJ have?

What axles does a Jeep YJ have?

Since the first edition Wrangler YJ in 1987, to the brand new JL, Jeep has featured three main varieties of solid axles produced by the Dana Holding Corporation – the Dana 30, 35 and 44. And there is a very high chance your Wrangler will have some combination of these three.

How do I know if my Jeep Wrangler has a limited slip differential?

Transmission in park, parking brake off. Rotate either rear wheel. If the wheel on the other side turns in the opposite direction, you don’t have limited slip. If it turns in the same direction, you DO have a limited slip diff.

How big is the rear axle on a Jeep Wrangler?

The YJ Dana 30 hold a reverse cut ring and pinion, but the TJs do not. Both TJs and YJs, however, use a 5×4.5 inch bolt pattern. Dana 35: This was an axle size used on most Jeep rear axles. They had a ring gear diameter of 7 and 9/16 inches. They came with either a 3.21 or 4.10 gear ratio.

What kind of axle does a Wrangler Rubicon have?

Rubicon models come standard with a 4.10 rear gear ratio and also use a Dana 44 axle in the front with either a 3.73 or 4.10 gear ratio. The width of the axle shafts is 1.31 inches.

Why do Jeeps have different axles and differentials?

Stronger axles, different gear ratios, and even a tougher differential will help you tackle more difficult trails. Wranglers are known to have a terrain capable and rugged drivetrain. The solid axle design paired with an incredible 4WD system, provides Jeeps with a high degree of versatility and durability.

What’s the difference between the Dana axles and axles?

The Dana 30 is once again at the front, but all Rubicon JKs will have Dana 44s in the front and rear. JL Wranglers have a Dana 30 up front and a Dana 35 in the rear. The exception as always is the Rubicon (44s front and back). What’s the Difference Between the Dana Axles?

Which is the best rear axle for a Jeep Wrangler?

The Dana 30 will only be found as a Jeep front axle while the Dana 35 will only be found as a rear axle on Wranglers. Dana 35 axles have earned a very poor reputation in the off-roading world, however, it is a great axle for stock Wranglers.

Rubicon models come standard with a 4.10 rear gear ratio and also use a Dana 44 axle in the front with either a 3.73 or 4.10 gear ratio. The width of the axle shafts is 1.31 inches.

Stronger axles, different gear ratios, and even a tougher differential will help you tackle more difficult trails. Wranglers are known to have a terrain capable and rugged drivetrain. The solid axle design paired with an incredible 4WD system, provides Jeeps with a high degree of versatility and durability.

The Dana 30 is once again at the front, but all Rubicon JKs will have Dana 44s in the front and rear. JL Wranglers have a Dana 30 up front and a Dana 35 in the rear. The exception as always is the Rubicon (44s front and back). What’s the Difference Between the Dana Axles?

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Ruth Doyle