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11-28-2007, 09:55 AM
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Yeah...Im going to put on in my Cherokee one of these days. One swap at a time 
That looks pretty good! Can you get vids of it running/driving?
And I hope you plan on getting that D35 (if thats you have) out of there soon...Go with a ford 8.8 over a D44... Stronger, disc brakes, and SUPER easy to do gear set ups in.
We just welded TJ brackets onto an 8.8 for my buddies jeep. And Im in the process of re-gearing it now. You can get those axles pretty cheap too. Especially if you get one from a mercury mountaineer instead of an explorer. Same axle, usually lower price..
J.
That looks pretty good! Can you get vids of it running/driving?
And I hope you plan on getting that D35 (if thats you have) out of there soon...Go with a ford 8.8 over a D44... Stronger, disc brakes, and SUPER easy to do gear set ups in.
We just welded TJ brackets onto an 8.8 for my buddies jeep. And Im in the process of re-gearing it now. You can get those axles pretty cheap too. Especially if you get one from a mercury mountaineer instead of an explorer. Same axle, usually lower price..
J.
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11-28-2007, 05:12 PM
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Ah man, I didn't even think about that.. hehe.. And I thought I had just about every part imaginable ordered or here already for my swap. Any particular reason for the cav bottle? Or was it just readily available at the time? Time for me to start looking around.
I didn't realize it, but the AA transfer case adapter and output shaft requires that I completely disassemble my 4L60E to swap it out since I'm using a 2WD tranny. I just ordered a DVD on how to do it since I've never messed with an auto before.
I have the 44/30 combo of axles, but plan to ditch both of them in favor of a dana 60 pair in the spring. I just have to sell the vette first
I didn't realize it, but the AA transfer case adapter and output shaft requires that I completely disassemble my 4L60E to swap it out since I'm using a 2WD tranny. I just ordered a DVD on how to do it since I've never messed with an auto before.
I have the 44/30 combo of axles, but plan to ditch both of them in favor of a dana 60 pair in the spring. I just have to sell the vette first
11-28-2007, 10:05 PM
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Ah man, I didn't even think about that.. hehe.. And I thought I had just about every part imaginable ordered or here already for my swap. Any particular reason for the cav bottle? Or was it just readily available at the time? Time for me to start looking around.
I didn't realize it, but the AA transfer case adapter and output shaft requires that I completely disassemble my 4L60E to swap it out since I'm using a 2WD tranny. I just ordered a DVD on how to do it since I've never messed with an auto before.
I have the 44/30 combo of axles, but plan to ditch both of them in favor of a dana 60 pair in the spring. I just have to sell the vette first
I didn't realize it, but the AA transfer case adapter and output shaft requires that I completely disassemble my 4L60E to swap it out since I'm using a 2WD tranny. I just ordered a DVD on how to do it since I've never messed with an auto before.
I have the 44/30 combo of axles, but plan to ditch both of them in favor of a dana 60 pair in the spring. I just have to sell the vette first
did you order the dvd from technical videos? i got mine from there and it really makes transmission work seem really easy lol i installed the output shaft in mine and also rebuilt the whole thing w/ a few tiny upgrades that the dvd shows you how (free mods)
11-29-2007, 04:23 PM
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Yep, that's the one. Seems to be a very common DVD as I found it on quite a few sites. That's cool that it was worth the price, sounds like I'll def need it. I'll be tackling that task tomorrow after I help a friend install a fuel pump in his V8 powered Jeep.
I'll probably order a cav tank off of ebay now then. Thanks.
I'll probably order a cav tank off of ebay now then. Thanks.
well i went looking around a few junk yards (under the hoods of different cars/trucks) to see which coolant bottle would look/fit the best and the cavalier was #1 for best fit and look
did you order the dvd from technical videos? i got mine from there and it really makes transmission work seem really easy lol i installed the output shaft in mine and also rebuilt the whole thing w/ a few tiny upgrades that the dvd shows you how (free mods)
did you order the dvd from technical videos? i got mine from there and it really makes transmission work seem really easy lol i installed the output shaft in mine and also rebuilt the whole thing w/ a few tiny upgrades that the dvd shows you how (free mods)
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Going with 60's, very nice. Aftermarket or junk yard?
What size tires are you planning on running?
What headers did you use? Stock, cusomt built, aftermarket?
I'm doing an LS swap into my Tj as well.
What size tires are you planning on running?
What headers did you use? Stock, cusomt built, aftermarket?
I'm doing an LS swap into my Tj as well.
11-30-2007, 06:45 PM
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If I can get the vette sold, I was planning on going with either Currie or the dynatrac HP60 combos. I know, pricey as hell, but I like the idea of a bolt in since I've never set em up before. Actually, there's a local guy selling a D60 rear with 35 spline dutchman chromo axles, wilwood brakes, 4.88's and already set up for a TJ. He wants a grand for it so I may snag it. Only thing it's a LP and has a spool and I really want OX's front and rear but I can always change that later.
Headers are one of the few things that I was going to wait til the motor was in before I decided what to do. I need to see how much room is there. I could probably always go with some shorties like pacesetter or sanderson.
For tires that's also up in the air.. Right now I'm running 33's but for the trail I'm thinking 37 or 38's once I get the long arm kit installed.
Headers are one of the few things that I was going to wait til the motor was in before I decided what to do. I need to see how much room is there. I could probably always go with some shorties like pacesetter or sanderson.
For tires that's also up in the air.. Right now I'm running 33's but for the trail I'm thinking 37 or 38's once I get the long arm kit installed.
11-30-2007, 07:14 PM
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If I can get the vette sold, I was planning on going with either Currie or the dynatrac HP60 combos. I know, pricey as hell, but I like the idea of a bolt in since I've never set em up before. Actually, there's a local guy selling a D60 rear with 35 spline dutchman chromo axles, wilwood brakes, 4.88's and already set up for a TJ. He wants a grand for it so I may snag it. Only thing it's a LP and has a spool and I really want OX's front and rear but I can always change that later.
Headers are one of the few things that I was going to wait til the motor was in before I decided what to do. I need to see how much room is there. I could probably always go with some shorties like pacesetter or sanderson.
For tires that's also up in the air.. Right now I'm running 33's but for the trail I'm thinking 37 or 38's once I get the long arm kit installed.
Headers are one of the few things that I was going to wait til the motor was in before I decided what to do. I need to see how much room is there. I could probably always go with some shorties like pacesetter or sanderson.
For tires that's also up in the air.. Right now I'm running 33's but for the trail I'm thinking 37 or 38's once I get the long arm kit installed.
Sounds like it's going to be very nice!
Have you checked into Solid Axles? http://www.solidaxle.com/
Check out my thread here to see their stuff. https://ls1tech.com/forums/conversions-swaps/757015-ls1-700r4-into-02-jeep-tj.html
They make GREAT stuff. If you like em let me know and I can get you in touch with the owner.
I'm around off road, as it's my job, and I would run the Solid's hands down.What LA kit are you looking at? RE, Full Traction, Poly? There are a lot of really nice ones out there.
11-30-2007, 07:36 PM
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Oops 
Yeah Solid is also right up there in my list, just forgot to mention them before. Do you have experience with both the ARB and OX's? Which do you prefer? Everyone seems to be pro-ARB on the forums, but I also read a ton of leak related stories as well. Something about the OX that just seems simpler and no air requirement needed.
Not sure on which LA kit, but I'm leaning towards either RE or Clayton.
I've been following your build for a while now, VERY impressive, great job.
Sorry for hijacking the OP's thread
Yeah Solid is also right up there in my list, just forgot to mention them before. Do you have experience with both the ARB and OX's? Which do you prefer? Everyone seems to be pro-ARB on the forums, but I also read a ton of leak related stories as well. Something about the OX that just seems simpler and no air requirement needed.Not sure on which LA kit, but I'm leaning towards either RE or Clayton.
I've been following your build for a while now, VERY impressive, great job.
Sorry for hijacking the OP's thread
Sounds like it's going to be very nice!
Have you checked into Solid Axles? http://www.solidaxle.com/
Check out my thread here to see their stuff. https://ls1tech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=757015
They make GREAT stuff. If you like em let me know and I can get you in touch with the owner. I'm around off road, as it's my job, and I would run the Solid's hands down.
What LA kit are you looking at? RE, Full Traction, Poly? There are a lot of really nice ones out there.
Have you checked into Solid Axles? http://www.solidaxle.com/
Check out my thread here to see their stuff. https://ls1tech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=757015
They make GREAT stuff. If you like em let me know and I can get you in touch with the owner.
I'm around off road, as it's my job, and I would run the Solid's hands down.What LA kit are you looking at? RE, Full Traction, Poly? There are a lot of really nice ones out there.
11-30-2007, 07:49 PM
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Lots of good info for him on all this too! 
ARB has more support, been around longer and works great. The main issues will come with the install. If the shop that is doing it has done em and can do them right, you shouldnt have many issues at all. I say not many issues, cause with a LS, big tires and a HP in the rear, the R&P become the weak link and that in turn can take out a carries, IE, the ARB.
That said Im running ARB's F/R and would do so any day! OX has good stuff, but they're kinda neither here nor there on the support side. They had someone on staff that was great and worked with the off road community very well, George. But he left due to some issues...Im thinking lack of support by OX themselves. Still good product though.
ARB has more support, been around longer and works great. The main issues will come with the install. If the shop that is doing it has done em and can do them right, you shouldnt have many issues at all. I say not many issues, cause with a LS, big tires and a HP in the rear, the R&P become the weak link and that in turn can take out a carries, IE, the ARB.
That said Im running ARB's F/R and would do so any day! OX has good stuff, but they're kinda neither here nor there on the support side. They had someone on staff that was great and worked with the off road community very well, George. But he left due to some issues...Im thinking lack of support by OX themselves. Still good product though.
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Hopefully he'll be back up and running soon. 
