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#31

Tech Talk / Re: D44 Axle Build (Dana 44HD ...

Last post by Ken - June 29, 2018, 06:01:06 PM

The only difference between a JKs dana 30 and a JKs Rubicon dana 44 is the pumpkin and gears.  They have the same tubes and c's and since sometime in 2013 the same u-joints.  If you get a new axle assembly for your JK, get one that is wider by 4 inches for turning clearance.  Also get one that has the pinion tipped up 2 to 5 deg so when it is lifted, the drive shaft angle is better.  If this axle is the one used on the Rubicon Recon then the tubes and C's (I think) are stronger.  The recon axle is the axle that is used on the Egyptian army Jeeps.

#32

Tech Talk / D44 Axle Build (Dana 44HD Thou...

Last post by Jack M - June 29, 2018, 03:24:52 PM

I'm at the point where I'm exploring building up my axles. I currently have the D30 up front and wanting to go to a 44. I've looked at quite a few housing options and was wondering if anybody has an opinion on the Mopar D44HD that uses the J8 tubes (https://www.summitracing.com/parts/dcc-5160036). Is this the same axle used in the Recon? If so, it should also have stronger inner C's, right?

For a heavier duty housing, I can get it for a decent price compared to other options on the market.

Thoughts?

#33

Tech Talk / Re: Royal Purple Engine Oil

Last post by Ken - June 28, 2018, 09:18:08 PM

I would not use any oil that does not meet the manufactures spec.  This is the reason for most premature engine failures.  Do not trust the oil change places to put the correct oil in!  If it doesn't have the correct certification numbers on it don't use it.

#34

Tech Talk / Re: Royal Purple Engine Oil

Last post by Chad149 - June 27, 2018, 06:00:03 PM

My recommendation would be to still follow the original change interval, or once a year.
Off road use is typically harder on engines, and using quality oil helps ease that burden. On a stock daily driver you could stretch it a bit over the recommended interval perhaps, but that's also a good reason for jeep to deny warrenty work, if that's a concern....

#35

Tech Talk / Royal Purple Engine Oil

Last post by Vodospecialist - June 23, 2018, 10:18:25 PM

If you're running Royal Purple engine oil, how many miles do you drive between oil changes? I have seen the Royal Purple's claim of 1 year or 12,000 mi, whatever comes first, but was wondering what others who actually use Royal Purple are doing.

Thx


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#36

Tech Talk / Re: Front Differential Leaking...

Last post by Vodospecialist - June 20, 2018, 07:24:56 AM

I went with the Solid Brand, so far I really like them.


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#37

Tech Talk / Re: Front Differential Leaking...

Last post by welderman85 - June 20, 2018, 05:58:19 AM

What diff covers did you go with ?

#38

Tech Talk / Re: Front Differential Leaking...

Last post by Vodospecialist - June 19, 2018, 03:30:30 PM

Thanks Ken, I contacted the company who did the re-gear and they advised to monitor it for 30 days and if still leaking they will replace the seal.


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#39

Tech Talk / Re: Front Differential Leaking...

Last post by Ken - June 18, 2018, 04:23:24 PM

Who did the regear?  Take it back and ask them.  It could be left over mess from the regear.  Wash it off and check  it after a few days to see how much it is leaking.  It does not look bad to me.

#40

Tech Talk / Front Differential Leaking Sli...

Last post by Vodospecialist - June 18, 2018, 03:10:48 PM

I recently had my Jeep regeared. I was doing an oil change and noticed a slight weeping coming from the rear seal  of the front differential.  I did change the differential fluid at 500 mi. as recommended by Yukon, the gear manufacturer, and put in more fluid than listed because I also had new differential covers installed, 2qts vs 1 qt.  The added fluid was no where close to the fill plug hole. Please find a pic attached. Is this normal or should I be concerned?

Thx