axle advice HELP!!!
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Joined: Dec 2008
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From: Huntington Beach, CA
I don't think I heard this option yet,,, but since PR60's are your dream set up, start by getting the PR60 in the front(the front is the weak link),,,, Leave your d44 in the rear,, it should hold up to the 37's just fine if you don't abuse it. Get your lift,, maybe go used on the rims and tires,, them wheel!!!! Later down the road you can get the rear PR60. Good luck and stay safe in that god forsaken sand box!
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JK Newbie
Joined: Aug 2011
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From: Wilmington, DE
big issue... you need the same gearing front and back so if your doing the 60 up front whatever ratio your choosing for the built your going to need a gear swap in the back. if you have 3.73 now it makes it a little easier becaue you dont need a new carrier to go up to a higher ratio.
JK Enthusiast
Joined: Dec 2011
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From: Boulder, CO
I would go with their bolt on coil over kit, Dana 60 in the rear, then gusset/sleeve your stock 44 in the front (if you have it). That should save you plenty of money to worry about wheels/tires without really sacrificing performance. Also, if you're going to go this route, I'd make sure to include the drag link flip kit and new drive shafts (both front and rear). When fiddling with the axles, make sure they're geared to the same ratio. I've never thought about having different ratios but I'm fairly sure that'd it wreck your Jeep immediately...
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JK Newbie
Joined: Nov 2012
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From: Fort Bragg, NC
makes sense that it would cause damage, but Ive contacted Dynatrac already and Im waiting on price quotes so I can start saving. i think this is what I'm going to start saving for
1. Pro Rock 60 front W/ ARB Lockers and eventually rear too
2. ATX Slab
3. Goodyear Wrangler MT/R 37x12.50R17
4. EVO bolt on front & rear coil kits/ high clearance long arm kit/ drag link flip
5. J.E. Reel drive shafts front & rear
7. bumpers/fenders/armor
1. Pro Rock 60 front W/ ARB Lockers and eventually rear too
2. ATX Slab
3. Goodyear Wrangler MT/R 37x12.50R17
4. EVO bolt on front & rear coil kits/ high clearance long arm kit/ drag link flip
5. J.E. Reel drive shafts front & rear
7. bumpers/fenders/armor
JK Super Freak
Joined: Aug 2012
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From: Mission Viejo, CA
I'm not trying to be a downer but what/where exactly are you wheeling that you feel like you need 60's and coilovers? Don't get me wrong it's a sweet set-up but it feels like overkill unless you are really wheeling some big rocks on the regular. I mean I just got back from Moab and my RK 3.5 Max Travel kit on 37's worked just fine. Just curious as to where your build is going. 
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JK Newbie
Joined: Nov 2012
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From: Fort Bragg, NC
I'm not trying to be a downer but what/where exactly are you wheeling that you feel like you need 60's and coilovers? Don't get me wrong it's a sweet set-up but it feels like overkill unless you are really wheeling some big rocks on the regular. I mean I just got back from Moab and my RK 3.5 Max Travel kit on 37's worked just fine. Just curious as to where your build is going.
right now im on my way to texas soon ill be at fort hood and when im done there my wife and I plan on moving to colorado to be close to her family.