ok guys, been shopping around im getting a set of gears for the fgront and rear, with master install kits and 2 diff covers.... now i dont really want to spent the money on a new carrier, and put in a little linch box locker in the front end, i was thinking about putting a spool in it, its only about 100 bucks and it will be cheaper than buying a carrier then a locker.my total cost for the gear kits and spool will about 600 bucks, which i dont think is bad at all... what does everyone think? whould i go with this set up or spent a little more and put an EZ locker in the front??? also i have lock out hubs so they will be unlocked when im on the road......thanks for everyons feed back....., Ken
Spool in the front axle?
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TwistedCU
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Ok, it would work in the front, but I think you'd regret it the first time you go back and forth from street to trail and have to keep jumping in and out of your jeep. I would have hated it yesterday when we had packed snow and ice on all the side roads and ramps but the highways were clear.
As far as the rear end being spooled, as I said, the tires would wear out quicker and screech around sharp turns.
If it is a daily driver, I would not spool either end. It would be a pain in the a$$. If you just drive it back and forth to the trail, it it would be alot more bearable.
As far as the rear end being spooled, as I said, the tires would wear out quicker and screech around sharp turns.
If it is a daily driver, I would not spool either end. It would be a pain in the a$$. If you just drive it back and forth to the trail, it it would be alot more bearable.
Bounty__Hunter
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I'm basically spooled front and rear, and drive it on the street often. I wouldn't have it any other way, it's worth the added traction.
Definately spool the front, there are no downsides on the road. The ONLY downside on the trail is that it makes the tightest turns a bit harder, requiring a 5-point turn where you'd normally do a 3-point turn, etc. Unlocking 1 hub will eliminate this when it rarely occurs, but what's a passenger for anyways :wink:
I can only unlock one side of my axle for street use, so the driver's side shaft spins the front driveshaft constantly. Not a problem.
Sure my rear spool chirps the tires a little on tight turns on pavement, but that just tells those in the know what is lurking beneath the beast :twisted: And it gets very strange looks from those not in the know :lol: The extra tire wear is minimal, and minimized with proper rotation habits.
A buddy of mine bought a YJ and did the same things to the axles a week later, after seeing how well mine performs. Climbs like a billy goat 8) I'm sure BBJ is glad he did it.
Definately spool the front, there are no downsides on the road. The ONLY downside on the trail is that it makes the tightest turns a bit harder, requiring a 5-point turn where you'd normally do a 3-point turn, etc. Unlocking 1 hub will eliminate this when it rarely occurs, but what's a passenger for anyways :wink:
I can only unlock one side of my axle for street use, so the driver's side shaft spins the front driveshaft constantly. Not a problem.
Sure my rear spool chirps the tires a little on tight turns on pavement, but that just tells those in the know what is lurking beneath the beast :twisted: And it gets very strange looks from those not in the know :lol: The extra tire wear is minimal, and minimized with proper rotation habits.
A buddy of mine bought a YJ and did the same things to the axles a week later, after seeing how well mine performs. Climbs like a billy goat 8) I'm sure BBJ is glad he did it.
Bounty__Hunter
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Go with the mini-spool if this is for a D44, it's plenty strong, cheaper, and easier to install (unless you have to setup the gears anyway).
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