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40's on a d30?

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Old Jun 13, 2012 | 07:08 PM
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Well, I figured I would update this thread with what I decided on doing. Just dropped the rig off today to start the build. I went with a front PR 44 and 5.38 gears to push the 40's around. Added ARB lockers front and rear. here's a before and I'll post up some pics when everything is done. Thanks for the input!
I am jealous.. Good luck on ur build

By the way i don't see a b4 pic..
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Old Jun 13, 2012 | 07:28 PM
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Originally Posted by Boater
Added ARB lockers front and rear.
I'm just wondering, what kind of light wheeling requires lockers front and rear?
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Old Jun 13, 2012 | 08:33 PM
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Originally Posted by TheTerminator

I'm just wondering, what kind of light wheeling requires lockers front and rear?
Lol that's just what I was thinking.....
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Old Jun 13, 2012 | 09:19 PM
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Originally Posted by TheTerminator

I'm just wondering, what kind of light wheeling requires lockers front and rear?
I figured since I was buying a new axle I would go all out thus forcing me to wheel harder than I ever have. The closest place for me to rock climb is called Boggs & Boulders in Andalusia AL and this build will give me an excuse to ride up and test the rig.
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Old Jun 13, 2012 | 09:31 PM
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Originally Posted by 1978cj7jk2012
Lol that's just what I was thinking.....
Walmart light posts require it! But hey, we have lot's of Rocks in AZ so there's no
rhyme or reason other than you know you want it.......That's my story and I'm sticking to
it (or something like a rock for fun).
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Old Jun 13, 2012 | 09:49 PM
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Originally Posted by Boater
Well, I figured I would update this thread with what I decided on doing. Just dropped the rig off today to start the build. I went with a front PR 44 and 5.38 gears to push the 40's around. Added ARB lockers front and rear. here's a before and I'll post up some pics when everything is done. Thanks for the input!
i've run 5.38's in a dana 44 running 40" tires and it lasted me about 2 months. 5.13's would give you less power but it would have given you more strength.
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Old Jun 14, 2012 | 12:55 AM
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That is going to be awesome! I can't wait to see the after! Congrats!!!!!!
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Old Jun 14, 2012 | 10:59 AM
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Originally Posted by wayoflife
i've run 5.38's in a dana 44 running 40" tires and it lasted me about 2 months. 5.13's would give you less power but it would have given you more strength.
I did exactly what Steve from Dynatrac recomended. He said the difference between 5.13 and 5.38 gears was 1 tooth. If I end up breaking gears I'll cross that road when I get there. It may cost me some extra $$$ to get it exactly right, but what the heck. If the dana 44 ever breaks I'll just buy the PR 60 and call it a day.
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Old Jun 14, 2012 | 11:07 AM
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Originally Posted by Boater

I did exactly what Steve from Dynatrac recomended. He said the difference between 5.13 and 5.38 gears was 1 tooth. If I end up breaking gears I'll cross that road when I get there. It may cost me some extra $$$ to get it exactly right, but what the heck. If the dana 44 ever breaks I'll just buy the PR 60 and call it a day.
I think all wayoflife is saying. is that why spend all the money now and then just have to spend all the money again later. But it is your money so who are we to tell you?
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Old Jun 14, 2012 | 02:50 PM
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Originally Posted by Boater
He said the difference between 5.13 and 5.38 gears was 1 tooth.
so, did you happen to count how many teeth you have left making full contact with the ring gear?
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