Questions about 95-01 axle interchangeability

Dawgpack · 04-08-2012, 02:09 AM

I searched but couldn't find quite what I was looking for. I know 95-01 axles should be similar, but I want to make sure before I drop money on an axle that won't work.

I have a 99 and I've been trying to find a 2nd gen with 4.10 gears for an axle swap. I found a 97 with both the rear axle and the front differential. Would I be able to swap those into my 1999? I'm worried about compatibility with the speedometer with the rear and I read they changed the IFS a bit in 98. So if someone could clear that up for me, that would be great!

*boominXplorer* · 04-08-2012, 07:31 AM

You need to look for a set from a 98-01. It seems most that 4x4 sports have 4.10s

*vroomzoomboom* · 04-08-2012, 09:08 AM

the rear axle on a 95-97 will not have the speed sensor in it. the speed sensor on those years it in the t case. also, on 95 for sure (96 i am not totally sure) the front diff was a vacuum disconnect. the way it worked if i am correct is that for it to go into 4x4 was the axle engaged using motor vacuum, vs electronically on the t case. otherwise, physically they are all the same, and will bolt in. just like boomin said, if you want 4.10's hunt a sport down. they came with them from factory.

Dawgpack · 04-08-2012, 11:21 AM

Dang, ok thanks guys!

EDIT: is the front diff the same in 97 then? If it doesnt have the vacuum disconnect and its swappable I might go snag that and keep looking for a rear axle.

*boominXplorer* · 04-08-2012, 12:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dawgpack

Dang, ok thanks guys!

EDIT: is the front diff the same in 97 then? If it doesnt have the vacuum disconnect and its swappable I might go snag that and keep looking for a rear axle.

97's are 50/50 trucks. What I mean by that is half way through the year they started making changes. Only real way to tell is just go look if it has the disco on it

*vroomzoomboom* · 04-08-2012, 01:05 PM

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Originally Posted by boominXplorer

97's are 50/50 trucks. What I mean by that is half way through the year they started making changes. Only real way to tell is just go look if it has the disco on it

......i didnt know that, and i want one of those diffs, and have had a 97 parts truck for over a year just sitting and never thought to look!

*snoranger* · 04-08-2012, 01:18 PM

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Originally Posted by vroomzoomboom

the rear axle on a 95-97 will not have the speed sensor in it. the speed sensor on those years it in the t case.

Yes it does. The 95-97 has the ABS sensor in the rear axle, thats the same sensor the 98+ uses for the speedo.

04-08-2012, 02:09 AM	#1
Dawgpack Wannabe Elite Explorer Bozeman, MT 1999 Explorer Join Date: Jan 2012 Posts: 29 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	Questions about 95-01 axle interchangeability I searched but couldn't find quite what I was looking for. I know 95-01 axles should be similar, but I want to make sure before I drop money on an axle that won't work. I have a 99 and I've been trying to find a 2nd gen with 4.10 gears for an axle swap. I found a 97 with both the rear axle and the front differential. Would I be able to swap those into my 1999? I'm worried about compatibility with the speedometer with the rear and I read they changed the IFS a bit in 98. So if someone could clear that up for me, that would be great! __________________ 1999 Explorer XLT \| 4.0 SOHC \| K&N filter \| TT, AAL, Warrior Shackles \| Running board delete \| 31x10.5r15 duratrac's \| Curt roof basket \| Curt front hitch

04-08-2012, 07:31 AM	#2
boominXplorer Elite Explorer Virginia Beach, Va 00 4x4 Mounty Join Date: Sep 2002 Posts: 6,028 Vehicle Specs	You need to look for a set from a 98-01. It seems most that 4x4 sports have 4.10s __________________ 1998 Mountaineer 5.0 2wd - Mac intake, Ported intake, FMS headers, 3" Exhaust, E-fan, SCT tuned, Baumenn Shift Kit, MSD, 4.10 l/s, Lowered 3/2 on 18x9 Cobra r's, HID's 2002 F250 Crew Cab SB 7.3 Diesel 4x4 - 4" MBRP exhaust, AIH delete, SCT Livewire 2001 Ranger ext cab 4x4 - 5.0/4r70/4406 swap in progress (2) 97 Mountaineers for parts 98 Sport for Parts My eBay auctions

04-08-2012, 09:08 AM	#3
vroomzoomboom Elite Canuck STOCK SUCKS! selkirk, manitoba 98 5L sport Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 5,627 Vehicle Specs	the rear axle on a 95-97 will not have the speed sensor in it. the speed sensor on those years it in the t case. also, on 95 for sure (96 i am not totally sure) the front diff was a vacuum disconnect. the way it worked if i am correct is that for it to go into 4x4 was the axle engaged using motor vacuum, vs electronically on the t case. otherwise, physically they are all the same, and will bolt in. just like boomin said, if you want 4.10's hunt a sport down. they came with them from factory. __________________ NOS is nice, but i'd rather be BLOWN evils elite registry roll pan build for 1st and 2nd gen explorers door switch LED convention

04-08-2012, 11:21 AM	#4
Dawgpack Wannabe Elite Explorer Bozeman, MT 1999 Explorer Join Date: Jan 2012 Posts: 29 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	Dang, ok thanks guys! EDIT: is the front diff the same in 97 then? If it doesnt have the vacuum disconnect and its swappable I might go snag that and keep looking for a rear axle. __________________ 1999 Explorer XLT \| 4.0 SOHC \| K&N filter \| TT, AAL, Warrior Shackles \| Running board delete \| 31x10.5r15 duratrac's \| Curt roof basket \| Curt front hitch Last edited by Dawgpack; 04-08-2012 at 11:38 AM.

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