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    Front Differential cover gasket leak

    All right I just Installed a 2" lift, no problems. But when I jacked it back up the next day to change the tie rod ends I noticed that I had oil POURING out of my front differential. I used the jack points I've always used and had the jack stands in the same place. I'm trying to figure out A...
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    Straight axle conversion/lift kit info for 2nd gen

    I just purchased a new project 1996 XLT 4.0 4x4. I'm looking to build a daily driver/weekend wheeler. I'm a Ford guy at heart but it was really hard not to grab a cherokee since they already have a straight axle. Nevertheless I've got a IFS and I'm not liking the superlift 4 inch lift price. Is...
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    Dand 35 and Lockrite Removal Help

    Looking to get a little advice with my current project. At my last U-Pull trip I found a D35 in a 96 Ranger that had 4.56 gears and a Lock Rite installed. I removed the front diff and brought it home. Here is the issue.... The Ranger had an older lift on it that had contacted the aluminum...
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    Dana 35 IFS 4.56 gears for my 1999 ex advice needed.

    I need a little advice guys. I am looking to upgrade my explorer to 33x12.5s and 4.56 gears. I have searched through this forum for advice on gears and have decided that 4.56 gears would be the best fit. I plan on driving this rig daily but also hitting the trails. Here's the catch: I can't...
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    Front Diff Cover Leak- Gasket?

    Hey folks, I've noticed a leak coming from my front diff cover, and so I am looking to remove it and seal it back up. Now, it is apparent to me by looking at the car and by browsing the forum that it is impossible to actually remove the cover while the axle is in the car, thanks to the...
  6. red.EDDIE.4x4

    First Gen stuff for sale

    Felpro Head set - $75 (part# HS 9724 PT-1) SOLD My first gen is for sale, need it gone asap. details in CL ad. runs and drives, just needs a little work to use 4x4. https://tulsa.craigslist.org/cto/5001109650.html D35 TTB pumpkin with 3.73 gears - $40 91-92 (2) non ABS 4x4 spindles -...
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    Locker specs and model for d35 and 8.8

    I was wanting to make locker selection easier by creating a list for 1st 2nd and 3rd gen Xploders. this first posting will be reserved for 1st gen. second posting for 2nd and so on. as comments are added i will update the information. not all of this information has been verified i am contacting...
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    Jeep/Explorer D35 Hybrid?

    This is something I've been wondering for a while now after owning several Jeep Grand cherokee's (one to drive, several for parts!) And numerous Rangers and Explorer's. Has anyone here ever experimented with building a Hybrid Axle out of the 2? running the Jeep Dana 35 housing, carrier, gear...
  9. red.EDDIE.4x4

    front diff (D35) locker question

    ok so ive been searching about this. but cant seem to find my clear cut answer. if i install a locker on my D35 in the front of my 1993 X, will it effect my daily 2 wheel driving? would i need new 4x4 hubs for this? Thanks!
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