Limited slip rear
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Limited slip rear
Hello,
How will I know if my stk. 96 Cherokee has a limited slip rear..?
i was a bale to run the vin. For the build sheet..
and it listed the rear as 3:07/Chrysler 8.25”
Which leads me to my second question..:-)
if if I can determine it “is” a open rear...
how hard and where to look for a limited slip 3:07 8.25 rear..
Thanks.
How will I know if my stk. 96 Cherokee has a limited slip rear..?
i was a bale to run the vin. For the build sheet..
and it listed the rear as 3:07/Chrysler 8.25”
Which leads me to my second question..:-)
if if I can determine it “is” a open rear...
how hard and where to look for a limited slip 3:07 8.25 rear..
Thanks.
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You can pull the cover off and change the gear oil and you'll be able to see if it's a limited slip or not then, or you might be able to peak inside the drain plug and see if it's rounded or squared off from there. squared off is limited slip. It'll be pretty hard to find a 3.07 since manuals were rarer than autos and limited slips were rare in general. Junkyard, Craigslist, Facebook market place, or installing an aftermarket limited slip are probably your best options for getting a limited slip. When I replaced the axle in my truck I put a 3.55 axle in and I'm happy I went with that over 3.07s. If you plan any bigger tires 3.55 would help in that manner as well.
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You can put a limited slip carrier from a 3.55 in your axle with 3.07s since the 8.25 doesn't have a carrier break, but I agree that changing to 3.55s would be a good idea.
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Originally Posted by Justcruzin
Thanks Guys..
that would mean I would have to change the front differential to a 3:55 also..Correct?
that would mean I would have to change the front differential to a 3:55 also..Correct?
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Hmm... Good point..
i have a Jeep specialist in my area...”Jeff Daniels 4X4”
he specializes in all Jeeps..
think ill I’ll contact him.
Thanks everyone..
i have a Jeep specialist in my area...”Jeff Daniels 4X4”
he specializes in all Jeeps..
think ill I’ll contact him.
Thanks everyone..
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All you have to do when you swap carriers is measure the backlash, and set it back the same as it was before after you install the new one.
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Originally Posted by 00t444e
All you have to do when you swap carriers is measure the backlash, and set it back the same as it was before after you install the new one.
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The pinon pre-load won't change, you don't bother the pinion when you swap carriers.
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Few quick questions: Is this going to be a DD or will this be offroad most of the time? Do you plan on keeping this for many years or just as a beater for awhile?
Usually a clutch based limited slip rear end that you find in the junkyard may very well be worn out, in which case it would have to be rebuilt. In that case it may be more economical to change the carrier, and if necessary, regear while you are in there. You may want something like a Detroit Truetrac if the vehicle will be used primarily on road. If you are going to be primarily offroad, then perhaps a locker will be a better choice.
The best thing, like you said, would probably be to find a good Jeep or 4X4 shop that does this kind of work often. They could easily do the work for you if you are not familiar with the job. It may cost a bit, but when done right, the axles will give you years of trouble free service.
Usually a clutch based limited slip rear end that you find in the junkyard may very well be worn out, in which case it would have to be rebuilt. In that case it may be more economical to change the carrier, and if necessary, regear while you are in there. You may want something like a Detroit Truetrac if the vehicle will be used primarily on road. If you are going to be primarily offroad, then perhaps a locker will be a better choice.
The best thing, like you said, would probably be to find a good Jeep or 4X4 shop that does this kind of work often. They could easily do the work for you if you are not familiar with the job. It may cost a bit, but when done right, the axles will give you years of trouble free service.
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Few quick questions: Is this going to be a DD or will this be offroad most of the time? Do you plan on keeping this for many years or just as a beater for awhile?
Usually a clutch based limited slip rear end that you find in the junkyard may very well be worn out, in which case it would have to be rebuilt. In that case it may be more economical to change the carrier, and if necessary, regear while you are in there. You may want something like a Detroit Truetrac if the vehicle will be used primarily on road. If you are going to be primarily offroad, then perhaps a locker will be a better choice.
The best thing, like you said, would probably be to find a good Jeep or 4X4 shop that does this kind of work often. They could easily do the work for you if you are not familiar with the job. It may cost a bit, but when done right, the axles will give you years of trouble free service.
Usually a clutch based limited slip rear end that you find in the junkyard may very well be worn out, in which case it would have to be rebuilt. In that case it may be more economical to change the carrier, and if necessary, regear while you are in there. You may want something like a Detroit Truetrac if the vehicle will be used primarily on road. If you are going to be primarily offroad, then perhaps a locker will be a better choice.
The best thing, like you said, would probably be to find a good Jeep or 4X4 shop that does this kind of work often. They could easily do the work for you if you are not familiar with the job. It may cost a bit, but when done right, the axles will give you years of trouble free service.
I have always had limited slip or posi. traction in my cars and trucks..
so even a limited slip carrier with new ring and pinion will be good in 2wd driving conditions..
I will contact my local jeep place and get a estimate..
stay tuned for the results!
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You can pull the cover off and change the gear oil and you'll be able to see if it's a limited slip or not then, or you might be able to peak inside the drain plug and see if it's rounded or squared off from there. Attachment 404115 squared off is limited slip. It'll be pretty hard to find a 3.07 since manuals were rarer than autos and limited slips were rare in general. Junkyard, Craigslist, Facebook market place, or installing an aftermarket limited slip are probably your best options for getting a limited slip. When I replaced the axle in my truck I put a 3.55 axle in and I'm happy I went with that over 3.07s. If you plan any bigger tires 3.55 would help in that manner as well.
95,97 and 2 2001’s...
gonna check em out this weekend.
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Originally Posted by Justcruzin
Thanks for the pictures and detailed explanation! I found 4 XJ’s local to me in a junkyard..
95,97 and 2 2001’s...
gonna check em out this weekend.
95,97 and 2 2001’s...
gonna check em out this weekend.