What gear oil should I use? Depends on limited slip vs open/locked. Many ppl have an opinion.
If you have a limited slip, it must contain a friction modifier.
What do you use?
Here's a list of torque specs for the XJ.
All Chrysler 8.25 axles are c-clip.
91-96 XJ: Chrysler 8.25 - 27 spline, 1.17" diameter shafts, 8.25" ring gear, 3" axle tube
97-01 XJ: Chrysler 8.25 - 29 spline, 1.21" diameter shafts, 8.25" ring gear, 3" axle tube
Available in both standard (low pinion) and reverse rotation (high pinion).
Ring Gear Diameter: 7.2
Ring Gear Bolts: (10) 3/8 x 24 RH
Cover Bolts: 10
Carrier Breaks: 3.54 / 3.73
Spline Count: 1.375 / 27
Float: Front
Semi-Float Type:
Pinion Support: False
Axle Lugs: 5x4.5
Just gathering a good list of write-ups for WJ Steering knuckle conversion for the XJ D30:
If anyone has any additional recommended links, please let us know.
Unless specified otherwise, parts are for a 99+ jeep grand cherokee.
The following chart is a guideline / suggestions of the maximum tire size assuming that you do medium to extreme offroading. If you are only a pavement pounder, then you can probably get away with a larger tire size.
Comparison charts between a JK D44 and TJ D44
