Front Drive Shaft help, need some education
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2013 unlimited Rubicon: I have a 3.5 RK X factor lift on it. I am replacing the front DS to get more clearance.
Some DS companies sell a replacement yoke for the front pinion and one for the t-case and some do not. The extra cost is not the issue it is pulling the bolt from the T-case. I an not an expert But I thought if you pull this bolt you could compromise the t-case. Also I have not heard many issues with oem yolks breaking.
What is the best route to go with this, hit me with some education
Some DS companies sell a replacement yoke for the front pinion and one for the t-case and some do not. The extra cost is not the issue it is pulling the bolt from the T-case. I an not an expert But I thought if you pull this bolt you could compromise the t-case. Also I have not heard many issues with oem yolks breaking.
What is the best route to go with this, hit me with some education
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If you are going with a drive shaft that has a double cardan at the t-case, and single at the axle, I would look for the yoke that places the double cardan closest to the t-case. That will reduce the ill effects of vibrations at the t-case.
Also, if you have a double cardan at the t-case, the angle between the drive shaft and the front pinion axis must be as close to 0° as you can get it.
Also, if you have a double cardan at the t-case, the angle between the drive shaft and the front pinion axis must be as close to 0° as you can get it.
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We usually replace the front shafts and yokes as well. If done correctly there really is no risk in damaging the transfer case. Torque the front output shaft nut to 160ft-lbs. We prefer the aftermarket yokes because the 1310 or 1350 joint is recessed into the yoke rather than bolting a flat surface to another flat surface.
Here is a good write up on Adamsdriveshaftoffroad.com - Front JK Install
If you would like any pricing on any replacement shafts shoot us a pm and well hook you up!
Here is a good write up on Adamsdriveshaftoffroad.com - Front JK Install
If you would like any pricing on any replacement shafts shoot us a pm and well hook you up!