So, I'm getting ready to go to 37s on my Willy's. Currently:
D30 front axle
3.6, auto, 3.73 gears, ARB front locker (yeah, sorta regretting that investment)
2.5" AEV lift with antirock swaybar, currectlink sterring, jks trackbar front
In the spring/summer/fall I try to wheel 2-3 times a month. Would like to go more too!
I was advised that the r&p in the 30 were the weak points thus replacing D30 should be in the build. Question 1: is this accurate?
So then I researched D44 options and first started deciding between Dynatrack's ProRock44 or TeraFlex 44. Then see both offer setups for stock suspension or 3+ lifted suspensions. I'm thinking get my caster and pinion angles right at the axle so go for the unlimited/high pinion. Question 2: do y'all agree?. Question 3: which would y'all recommend?
Then I need to think of lift. I'm currently torn between:
a) MC gamechanger 3.5" lift with OME shocks
b) RK JK 3.5 X Factor - Stage 1
Question 4: which would y'all recommend?
Gears... I do a lot of highway at 70mph so don't wanna run my RPM's too high but at the same time don't wann invest in gears to be disappointed. Question 5: what do y'all think, 4.88 or 5.13?
Lastly, wheels and tires. I'm thinking maybe 37s on 15" wheels might make a very nice setup both on and off-road. But have read they feel squish at highways speeds sometimes. Question 6: 15" or 17"?
For tires I'd like something more aggressive than DuraTracs (which I do like) but not all the way to full on MT's (too loud and I do too much highway driving). I'm leaning towards Nitto Trail Grappler and MT Baja ATZ P3 but still deciding since this will be my last purchase.
BIG questions: am I thinking about this properly? Am I missing any components?
I know this is a lot in a single post and appreciate any help that can be given. I'm looking for folks experienced down this path who can help me get to where I want to be effectively!
Very grateful.
D30 front axle
3.6, auto, 3.73 gears, ARB front locker (yeah, sorta regretting that investment)
2.5" AEV lift with antirock swaybar, currectlink sterring, jks trackbar front
In the spring/summer/fall I try to wheel 2-3 times a month. Would like to go more too!
I was advised that the r&p in the 30 were the weak points thus replacing D30 should be in the build. Question 1: is this accurate?
So then I researched D44 options and first started deciding between Dynatrack's ProRock44 or TeraFlex 44. Then see both offer setups for stock suspension or 3+ lifted suspensions. I'm thinking get my caster and pinion angles right at the axle so go for the unlimited/high pinion. Question 2: do y'all agree?. Question 3: which would y'all recommend?
Then I need to think of lift. I'm currently torn between:
a) MC gamechanger 3.5" lift with OME shocks
b) RK JK 3.5 X Factor - Stage 1
Question 4: which would y'all recommend?
Gears... I do a lot of highway at 70mph so don't wanna run my RPM's too high but at the same time don't wann invest in gears to be disappointed. Question 5: what do y'all think, 4.88 or 5.13?
Lastly, wheels and tires. I'm thinking maybe 37s on 15" wheels might make a very nice setup both on and off-road. But have read they feel squish at highways speeds sometimes. Question 6: 15" or 17"?
For tires I'd like something more aggressive than DuraTracs (which I do like) but not all the way to full on MT's (too loud and I do too much highway driving). I'm leaning towards Nitto Trail Grappler and MT Baja ATZ P3 but still deciding since this will be my last purchase.
BIG questions: am I thinking about this properly? Am I missing any components?
I know this is a lot in a single post and appreciate any help that can be given. I'm looking for folks experienced down this path who can help me get to where I want to be effectively!
Very grateful.