2000 Explorer Solid Axle Project

[00whxploder]

So It has started.

I have been looking into a Solid Axle Swap since I converted my Explorer to 4wd. The other day I went to the yard and got one it is a 84 LPD44 out of a 84 jeep for $180. I got it home and started pulling it a part. It is in great shape. Also score some 8.8 Richmond 4.88 and master install kit on Ebay for $225 shipped.<- Hell of a deal if you ask me.

Will get some pics up soon.

 

[Bruces expo]

Sounds Like a Good Plan , Glad to see Another GA member Active Recently !

 

[00whxploder]

Im on here all the time been looking for some people to set up a ride with but your the first Ga person talk in a while.

 

[Bruces expo]

I'm on here on and off allot , If my Navajo was more reliable I would be down for a meet and maybe some trails , But until I get it fixed up Its not much but a DD that needs work haha

 

[00whxploder]

Okay sorry guys been busy. I need to know the easiest setup for steering. Please help.

 

[01STrunner]

I would think a single link between the knuckles and then one connected between the passenger knuckle and the steering box. Some guys go with a crossover setup so that there's less bump steer. I'm still looking into it as well since I just got my SAS project going.

 

[theperrycooper]

I got a 98 sport 2wd I'm about to convert to 4wd. And 00whxploder I'm in leesburg not far from you.

 

[00whxploder]

I got a 98 sport 2wd I'm about to convert to 4wd. And 00whxploder I'm in leesburg not far from you.

Well i enjoy working on stuff like this and have done the conversion already. just let me know what I can do to help. i was in leesburg during christmas week.

 

[00whxploder]

I would think a single link between the knuckles and then one connected between the passenger knuckle and the steering box. Some guys go with a crossover setup so that there's less bump steer. I'm still looking into it as well since I just got my SAS project going.

I was thinking that route, but more in reference to treeing box to steering column. I know to get the first gen box bolt the high pressure side up and get a return line end put on stock line. but what link in between.

 

[01STrunner]

I think it was Chad551 that had a decent description with his (they're all kinda mixing together right now). I'm not sure on that. Unfortunately I'm headed back to Clemson SC so I won't be back in VA for a while.

 

[00whxploder]

chrome or black

 

[01STrunner]

I like the black. The chrome looks good too though.

 

[gmanpaint]

Heck of a deal on the axle setup!!

Did you get 2 sets of gears / master kits for $225?

James Duff has a lot of parts for your conversion specifically made for the RBV. Check them out.

Ruff Stuff also has high grade parts as well, at great prices.

There is a mod for the drive shaft to get more degrees of motion for that LPD44. Involves grinding off a bit of meat on the yolk, and using full circle clips. Search it out for details.

A skid plate for that LPD44 is also a good idea.

 

[00whxploder]

Heck of a deal on the axle setup!!

Did you get 2 sets of gears / master kits for $225?

James Duff has a lot of parts for your conversion specifically made for the RBV. Check them out.

Ruff Stuff also has high grade parts as well, at great prices.

There is a mod for the drive shaft to get more degrees of motion for that LPD44. Involves grinding off a bit of meat on the yolk, and using full circle clips. Search it out for details.

A skid plate for that LPD44 is also a good idea.

No just the rear gears and thanks for the in put.

 

[00whxploder]

Best pics>

 

[00whxploder]

Picked up two used 50% tread Toyo Open Country MT today.... 37x13.50x20 Beast ass tires..

 

[00whxploder]

Also Got the gen1 steering box with steering shaft going to make it like jefe's welded one. $50

 

[00whxploder]

Still have to order:

Sky Manufacturing solid Axle kit>

http://www.sky-manufacturing.com/new/detaproduct.php?id=197
Ruffstuff 8.8 SOA kit>

http://www.ruffstuffspecialties.com/catalog/88SS-31.html

Ruffstuff Dana 44 front SOA kit>

http://www.ruffstuffspecialties.com/catalog/D44FSS.html

Ruffstuff shock towers >

http://www.ruffstuffspecialties.com/catalog/STOWER12.html

Ruffstuff 3/4 hiem steering kit>

http://www.ruffstuffspecialties.com/catalog/34STEER.html

Bilstein 14" travel shocks>

http://www.my4by.com/bilstein-5125-universal-shock-14-inch-travel-p-4583.html

And the break lines still searching.

 

[RangerX]

I think your 8.8 has a 5 on 4.5" lug pattern, and I think your D44 has a 6 on 5.5" pattern. What's the pattern on those rims??

 

[00whxploder]

yes Ranger you are right on both. The rims are universal 6 lugs and I will have to get the hub adapter on the rear.