Axle upgrade
08-30-2007 | 10:29 AM
#72
JK Newbie
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From: Weston, FL
i was wondering this also, with the x d44 in rear i assume thats the limited slip d44 will i be cool with just the rubi front d44 and keeping my x d44 for now? my other question is the e-locker on the stock units... is it like the "ect"electic locker that i think detoit locker makes? i mean a real locker that is electricaly controled via wire? or some weird brake lock system? sorry if this is a noob question just never realy looked into the stock locker system and i read some weird things early on in the original release of the 07 rubi.
if its a real electric switch controled locker the axle swap sounds ideal verses just the gear and locker addon to the d30 on the x front. i would have to regear anyway i guess though
if its a real electric switch controled locker the axle swap sounds ideal verses just the gear and locker addon to the d30 on the x front. i would have to regear anyway i guess though
Hope this helps,
Pete
08-30-2007 | 01:58 PM
#74
JK Freak
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From: Florida Hill Country (Tallahassee)
i was wondering this also, with the x d44 in rear i assume thats the limited slip d44 will i be cool with just the rubi front d44 and keeping my x d44 for now? my other question is the e-locker on the stock units... is it like the "ect"electic locker that i think detoit locker makes? i mean a real locker that is electricaly controled via wire? or some weird brake lock system? sorry if this is a noob question just never realy looked into the stock locker system and i read some weird things early on in the original release of the 07 rubi.
if its a real electric switch controled locker the axle swap sounds ideal verses just the gear and locker addon to the d30 on the x front. i would have to regear anyway i guess though
if its a real electric switch controled locker the axle swap sounds ideal verses just the gear and locker addon to the d30 on the x front. i would have to regear anyway i guess though
08-30-2007 | 02:04 PM
#75
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From: Portland, OR
09-05-2007 | 03:41 AM
#76
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From: Weston, FL
Electrical wiring
I have both axles on and have all my switches ready to wire up the lockers. What I am still looking for is a water tight connecter to mate to the male end that comes out of the axle. Can anyone out there point me in the right direction. Part numbers would be a big help.
Thanks in Advance,
Pete
Thanks in Advance,
Pete
09-05-2007 | 04:35 AM
#77
JK Freak
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From: Naples, fla.
This is a great thread.. i have an "X" with the Dana 44 rear, and the limited slip..
I can change out the Dana 30 ft axle and install the Rubi 44.. I am wondering if I only will have to change the ft. drive shaft to match the Rubi 44..??
And my rear locker is factory.. Limited slip I think.. Not electronically controlled??
Or is it??? I wonder if I could wire both together on one switch ?? Hmm, the possibilities...
I can change out the Dana 30 ft axle and install the Rubi 44.. I am wondering if I only will have to change the ft. drive shaft to match the Rubi 44..??
And my rear locker is factory.. Limited slip I think.. Not electronically controlled??
Or is it??? I wonder if I could wire both together on one switch ?? Hmm, the possibilities...
09-14-2007 | 11:22 AM
#78
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From: Tucson, AZ
I'm in the process of doing this swap as well. However, I'm attempting to wire the lockers as close to factory as possible. I've collected some factory parts and here's what I have so far.
Front Locker Harness: P/N 52104603-AB...$30.00
Rear Locker Harness: P/N 52104605-AB...$35.00
Cab Switch Panel: P/N 4602508-AE...$25.00
You'll at least have the correct connector for the locker, but where the two harnesses connect from there...I have no friggin clue!!! I'm in the process of trying to contact Mopar to find out if the existing vehicle wire harness has the neccessary connection points for the axle wire harnesses.
Front Locker Harness: P/N 52104603-AB...$30.00
Rear Locker Harness: P/N 52104605-AB...$35.00
Cab Switch Panel: P/N 4602508-AE...$25.00
You'll at least have the correct connector for the locker, but where the two harnesses connect from there...I have no friggin clue!!! I'm in the process of trying to contact Mopar to find out if the existing vehicle wire harness has the neccessary connection points for the axle wire harnesses.
09-14-2007 | 12:17 PM
#79
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From: Chattanooga, TN
09-14-2007 | 01:26 PM
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From: Chattanooga, TN
I used to be in agreement with this statement and have run a rear locker and open front in 2 of my Jeeps. I now have a selectable locker in front with an open rear and am having GREAT success. The front locker allows me to get one front tire against a rock or ledge and just climb up. With the assist of the BLD, I can usually use just a little momentum to get the rear up too. It's still a valid debate, but I'm leaning more toward the front locker being the better first upgrade for the JK, at least in the longer wheelbase Unlimited.