hey guys, not sure why but im having trouble with the search today and its not working soo i hate to do this because i know my answer is on here already. but here we go, i have a 09 unlimited X, and i want to upgrade my front dana 30 to a 44. i want to have lockers aswell soo, what does it take to put the rubicon front and rear dana 44s in my X model? and is there any kind of wiring in the jeeps harness for the switch in the cab for the lockers? any input would help.

 

I'm not sure if the wiring and relays are there or not, but I would look into wiring the lockers separate from the JK's computer. So that you can switch them on when ever you want, not just in 4lo.

 

it is a easy bolt in... just pull out the dana 30 and bolt up the dana 44... then just run 12volts to the lockers with a switch and your good to go ! top plug... their is a bottom sensor plug that tells you if your lockers are engaged or not.. but you dont have to hook that up . good luck

 

ok sounds pretty damn simple then, i just remember hearing rumors you cant do it. i was always woundering why that was and thought maybe a little welding had to be done... but this sounds good. cant wait to start

 

yeah its not hard at all you shouldnt have any issues... plus this was you can turn your lockers on any time you want

 

as mentioned, it's a simple bolt up installation and, there is a wiring kit that you can buy to complete the install if you want it to be completely factory.

 

I think I saw complete rubi 44 fronts for sale on quadratec. Just over $3,000.

 

I changed out the d30 in my Sahara w/ a Rubicon D44 without problem. There's a writeup on how to wire the elocker (using a relay) if you use a Rubicon axle. I stayed with the stock D44 rear axle, installing an ARB locker in it and new axle shafts. It's a good time to re-gear if you are going to run larger tires.

 

Ok cool, In running 37's now with 5.13 gearing. I'm changing to 44's so I'm not worrying all the time plus thinking about getting 40's from a friend.