What axles are in my Jeep JK Rubicon?
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. Rubicon models also come with an electronically lockable differential for optimal traction while in 4WD.
What size tires go on a stock Rubicon?
33-inch
Since the JL Rubicon already comes with 33-inch tires from the factory, fitting 33-inch tires is a bolt-on proposition, unless you upgrade to an overly-wide tire and wheel combination. If you are working with a Sport or Sahara model, you have a couple of options when fitting 33-inch tires cleanly.
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.
What’s the difference between Dana and Rubicon axles?
This Rubicon axle is referred to as a Super Dana 44. Dana 44 – For TJs, the inner and outer axle has 30 splines. JK Rubicon model front axles have 30 inner splines and 32 outer splines. The rear inner has 32. Note: Rubicon model Dana 44 axles are not the same length as each other due to the design of the electronic lockers.
What are the axle joints on a Jeep Wrangler?
DANA 30 & 44 FRONT SPICER 5.0 out of 5 stars. – YJ JEEP WRANGLER FRONT AXLE SHAFT U JOINTS APL. DANA 30 & 44 FRONT SPICER
How to identify Wrangler axles and axle differences?
Each Wrangler axle has a slightly different look, making them easy to distinguish. The graphic below will show the appearance differences. A Dana 30 cover will look like a rounded square. It should have 10 bolt holes and is 9 inches wide. A Dana 35 cover will look like an oval.
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.
This Rubicon axle is referred to as a Super Dana 44. Dana 44 – For TJs, the inner and outer axle has 30 splines. JK Rubicon model front axles have 30 inner splines and 32 outer splines. The rear inner has 32. Note: Rubicon model Dana 44 axles are not the same length as each other due to the design of the electronic lockers.
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.
How are axles measured on a Wrangler model 44?
The non-Rubicon model 44s are the same length. Axle shafts with a u-joint in the center are measured from the center of the u-joint. Measuring front the center to the end of the shaft will get you the inner and outer axle lengths. C-clip axle shafts and semi-float axle shafts are measured slightly differently than the full-float shafts.