98' Sahara in need of a rearend

Post by **tsouth07** » Tue Oct 27, 2009 10:03 am

Looking for a rear axle preferably Dana 44 over a Dana 35 with 4.56 gears and a locker but up for other options. Let me know what you have and we will try and figure something out. tsouth07@vt.edu Thanks

Post by **Fizboy** » Tue Oct 27, 2009 12:28 pm

You could always go with a Toyota 8in from the junk yard. You would have to find one that has the 4.56's in them. I know 90's V6 4runners had them.

Post by **jac6695** » Tue Oct 27, 2009 12:44 pm

Isn't the Ford 8.8 a common swap for these? There is a guy on Roa or NRV Craigslist parting out a late model Ranger.

Post by **BadAssEddie** » Tue Oct 27, 2009 12:46 pm

ill have an 8.8 up for sale soon if you are interested?

Post by **tsouth07** » Tue Oct 27, 2009 2:28 pm

I appreciate the help fellas. A Ford 8.8 is a common swap and quite popular at that as it is stronger than the Dana 35 and has Disc brakes over the drums that come stock. Only downfall is having to buy the mounting brackets and have them welded onto the axle. I'd gladly go that route if the price was right. Any around with gears/locker? Once again thank you all

BadAssEddie- Let me know about that 8.8. Gears/Locker/Miles?

Post by **BadAssEddie** » Tue Oct 27, 2009 3:40 pm

yeah its just bone stock out of a 93 bronco with 3.55 gears and 210000 miles, but im only selling it for 100 bucks. Im trying to gear it towars someone who wants a cheap one to build how they want it.

YouTube · Post by **TerryD** » Tue Oct 27, 2009 4:54 pm

The bronco 8.8 will be way wide. It's full size width. What you want is out of a 98+ Explorer. Disc brakes, 31 spline shafts, and lots of aftermarket availability.

Post by **tsouth07** » Tue Oct 27, 2009 6:16 pm

With that said I must pass on your 8.8 Eddie. An explorer rear would definately be the way to go with my TJ. I'm trying to make my jeep more than an oversized paperweight, feel free to fire away with other options and of coarse if you or someone you all know are trying to get rid of an axle. Once again fellas, many thanks.

Post by **BadAssEddie** » Tue Oct 27, 2009 7:05 pm

aight, I figured it would be too big, but im always trying to plug my junk i have to sell

Post by **shmoken875** » Tue Oct 27, 2009 7:48 pm

tsouth07 wrote:Looking for a rear axle preferably Dana 44 over a Dana 35 with 4.56 gears and a locker but up for other options. Let me know what you have and we will try and figure something out. tsouth07@vt.edu Thanks

Got a lead for ya that may or may not suit your needs. I was BSing with the Eric, the dude that works at Advance Auto on Main and he has a D44 rear out of a 98 sahara that he's looking to get rid of. He said it has a LSD that needs the clutches replaced and it needs brakes but is other wise ok. It has 3.55s in it and he has 3.55s for a 30 front to match. He said he wants $350 for all of it and you can call him at 540-239-6459.

Post by **tsouth07** » Wed Oct 28, 2009 3:13 pm

I appreciate the help. I went ahead and snagged it from Eric earlier today. Once again thank you

Post by **shmoken875** » Wed Oct 28, 2009 4:31 pm

tsouth07 wrote:I appreciate the help. I went ahead and snagged it from Eric earlier today. Once again thank you

no problem

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98' Sahara in need of a rearend

98' Sahara in need of a rearend

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