drive shafts
08-25-2009, 09:42 AM
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Your driveshaft angles should be fine with a 2-2.5" OME or TF lift. Don't forget the longer bumpstops or you could over extend the suspension and possibly tear the driveshaft boot on the auto transmission skidplate. Bumpstops and break line extensions are not always included in some of the kits.
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08-25-2009, 11:14 AM
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Yes I am planning to do bump stops, longer break lines, upper CA's, fr and rear adjustable track bars. My concern is drive shafts with 30 and 44 on stock X.
08-25-2009, 12:59 PM
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The Rubicon shafts are no different than the X shafts. The Rubicon transfer case outputs are slightly different. They are not designed for extreme angles which is why most people change to a Double Cardan Type (CV) Joint if they lift more than 3 inches.
08-25-2009, 05:32 PM
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I've had the OME HD lift on my 4 door for about 1.5 years. Recently added 35's no problems until I took the wrong line on a good size boulder and came down hard on the front driveshaft. Making some noises and I can rotate the drive shaft by hand slightly without the differential moving. Guess I'll be replacing it soon.
08-25-2009, 06:27 PM
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Wow thanks for everyone's responses. I take it I will probably be safe for now but something I should look into for the future. I will get the suspension make sure its set correctly and eventually safe up and get the shafts.
08-25-2009, 06:30 PM
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Just like racer, I lost some vibes when I replaced my stock shafts. And I have no doubt that they are stronger than stock, especially when flexed.
I've got the JE Reel 1310HD front and 1350 rear. This setup uses yokes except for at the rear of the transfer case where it's a flange.
Even with a fairly high caster number, they are smooth up to 85mph. Couldn't be more pleased with the quality of the shafts or the service from David at Northridge who put together the mixed package deal. David suggested the 1310 HD front would be the potentially smoothest setup with the yokes, and as usual his advice was dead on.
I'm running the OME HD lift with 3/4" & 10mm spacers F/R on a heavy 2 door and the stock shafts would have more than likely lasted a long time, but the aftermarket replacements are smoother and stronger.
I've got the JE Reel 1310HD front and 1350 rear. This setup uses yokes except for at the rear of the transfer case where it's a flange.
Even with a fairly high caster number, they are smooth up to 85mph. Couldn't be more pleased with the quality of the shafts or the service from David at Northridge who put together the mixed package deal. David suggested the 1310 HD front would be the potentially smoothest setup with the yokes, and as usual his advice was dead on.
I'm running the OME HD lift with 3/4" & 10mm spacers F/R on a heavy 2 door and the stock shafts would have more than likely lasted a long time, but the aftermarket replacements are smoother and stronger.
08-26-2009, 07:45 AM
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Just like racer, I lost some vibes when I replaced my stock shafts. And I have no doubt that they are stronger than stock, especially when flexed.
I've got the JE Reel 1310HD front and 1350 rear. This setup uses yokes except for at the rear of the transfer case where it's a flange.
Even with a fairly high caster number, they are smooth up to 85mph. Couldn't be more pleased with the quality of the shafts or the service from David at Northridge who put together the mixed package deal. David suggested the 1310 HD front would be the potentially smoothest setup with the yokes, and as usual his advice was dead on.
I'm running the OME HD lift with 3/4" & 10mm spacers F/R on a heavy 2 door and the stock shafts would have more than likely lasted a long time, but the aftermarket replacements are smoother and stronger.
I've got the JE Reel 1310HD front and 1350 rear. This setup uses yokes except for at the rear of the transfer case where it's a flange.
Even with a fairly high caster number, they are smooth up to 85mph. Couldn't be more pleased with the quality of the shafts or the service from David at Northridge who put together the mixed package deal. David suggested the 1310 HD front would be the potentially smoothest setup with the yokes, and as usual his advice was dead on.
I'm running the OME HD lift with 3/4" & 10mm spacers F/R on a heavy 2 door and the stock shafts would have more than likely lasted a long time, but the aftermarket replacements are smoother and stronger.