Planning for late 2022/early 2023 (or if it breaks before then), looking at Rear Axles for the YJ. I know there are lots of options, however, I do know I'm going to keep it simple and order a complete ECGS rear. I've heard nothing but positive reviews of them as a company, I have dealt with them personally and thoroughly enjoyed, enough to go back. Next, I know I want an OX locker. Lastly, you know I want to wheel the heck of the rig, currently running 35s, have no plans for 37s, but we all know how that works, looking to stay 4.5x5 lug pattern, with option of 5x5 maybe one day.
Now that those parameters are set, here is where my questions start. Original plan was Ford 8.8 with C-Clip elim, 35 spline axles, Ox Locker, disc brakes. Looks like they are pricing and phasing those out in favor of the Dana 489. I started building it and it's cheaper than the 8.8, which I get if they are trying to phase out the 8.8. However, what about their stock width Dana 60 with the 4.5x5/5x5 option? I feel like the Dana 60 is heavier and losing ground clearance. However, I can't think of anything I can't do if I go Dana 60, but not sure I'll ever need more than the 489. About $650 diff.
Yes, I know, I will talk this out with ECGS, but want to get my head straight before I do. Just looking for opinions. However, after last nights HOA meeting I'm beginning to think I don't want or like people's opinions much.
Now that those parameters are set, here is where my questions start. Original plan was Ford 8.8 with C-Clip elim, 35 spline axles, Ox Locker, disc brakes. Looks like they are pricing and phasing those out in favor of the Dana 489. I started building it and it's cheaper than the 8.8, which I get if they are trying to phase out the 8.8. However, what about their stock width Dana 60 with the 4.5x5/5x5 option? I feel like the Dana 60 is heavier and losing ground clearance. However, I can't think of anything I can't do if I go Dana 60, but not sure I'll ever need more than the 489. About $650 diff.
Yes, I know, I will talk this out with ECGS, but want to get my head straight before I do. Just looking for opinions. However, after last nights HOA meeting I'm beginning to think I don't want or like people's opinions much.