Will ZJ axles fit a WJ?
The WJ axles are wider, JK even WIDER than those. So, new mounts would be necessary. XJ axle shafts will bolt in to ZJ housings. So, in theory as long as you run shafts with ABS tone rings should be good to go there.
What kind of axle does a Jeep Grand Cherokee WJ have?
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When to change the axle on a jeep?
However, many jeep owners still believe swapping a new, beefier axle is more cost effective and better. As a general rule of thumb, most owners agree that once a jeep has been modified to run 32″ or 33″ tires, it is time to start thinking about upgrading the rear dana 35.
What kind of parts do you need for a Jeep Grand Cherokee?
We carry the largest selection of Jeep Grand Cherokee WJ Axle & Differential Parts around! If you are looking for OEM Jeep Replacement Axle & Differential Parts such as CV Axle Shafts, CV Joint Boot Kits & Front Hub Bearing Assemblies or want to upgrade your Grand Cherokee WJ Axle & Differential parts we have everything that you will need!
What are the dimensions of a jeep axle?
Axle housing diameter = 2.625″ Ring gear diameter = 7.562″ Note: Carrier break means the carrier needs to be changed as well when gearing up or down past this point. The Dana 44 was one of the most common axles found under Jeep vehicles throughout the years.
What’s the weak part of the ZJ Grand Cherokee axle?
Many people upgrade this axle with 30 spline axles and lockers. The upgrade many times is known as a SUPER 35 kit. The weak part of this axle is the axle tubes. Under extreme pressure they flex which results in broken axles or pinion failures. Stock ZJ Grand Cherokee Axle info: Lug Pattern: 5 on 4.5″ Notes: Stronger the earlier D30’s.
How big is the axle on an XJ Cherokee?
Stock XJ Cherokee Axle info: Stock axle splines: 27 (upgradeable to 30 splines) Lug Pattern: 5 on 4.5″ Width: 60″ from wheel mounting surface to wheel mounting surface Notes: This was not the most desirable axle due to the vaccume disconnect which was prone to failure.
How big are the splines on a ZJ Grand Cherokee?
Stock ZJ Grand Cherokee Axle info: Stock axle splines: 27 (upgradeable to 30 splines) Lug Pattern: 5 on 4.5″ Notes: Stronger the earlier D30’s. Not a bad axle with 33″ or smaller tires. Many people upgrade this axle with 30 spline axles and lockers. The upgrade many times is known as a SUPER 30 kit.
Is the XJ / ZJ / WJ axle a bad axle?
Many people upgrade this axle with 30 spline axles and lockers. The upgrade many times is known as a SUPER 35 kit. The weak part of this axle is the axle tubes. Under extreme pressure they flex which results in broken axles or pinion failures. Lug Pattern: 5 on 4.5″ Notes: Stronger the earlier D30’s. Not a bad axle with 33″ or smaller tires.