WT diffs under NT

[dad]

Hey all.
I think ive seen this covered before but couldn't find the thread.

As title says im looking to chuck a set of wt diffs under my swb nt.
My diffs are mangled from centers to wheel studs, due to lack of maintenence and driving style. I also could do with a bit wider track.

If i can pick up a set of diffs cheap, it would probably work out cheaper to install these than repairing hubs, brakes, axle seals, bent axles, dented pumpkins and the rest.

So, im just wondering if anyone who's done this before, can give me an idea of what other parts ill need apart from diffs (complete to wheel nuts) and what to expect in the process. i plan to stay spua.


thanks in advance.
nic

[want33s]

You will need Rear WT diff complete. Minus centre.
Front WT diff complete. Minus centre.
WT tie rod and WT drag link.
(I assume you will be keeping your NT 3.9:1 centres.. IF NOT you'll need to swap the flanges)

You will have to cut the doubler plates off the top of the NT axle tubes and weld them to the WT.
The drivers side U-bolts are longer and need the NT doubler plate to locate them up the pumpkin.

Fairly easy job if you have a welder, grinder and tape measure.
While you are at it fit some pumpkin protection.

http://www.lowrangeoffroad.com/samarmor.htm

Jas.

[dad]

yeah my 3.9's are a bit on the worn side (CIG locked) i might try and find some auto vit diff gears (5.xx:1?) and a lockrite
or two to throw in while im at it.

thanks mate, sounds too easy.

so what would make a better handbrake,
off the transfer, or off the rear drums?

[want33s]

so what would make a better handbrake,
off the transfer, or off the rear drums?

Hmmmm..
Both have their pro's and cons.
WT in drum handbrake works great until you drive through mud. Then the shoes wear. The cables are bad for stretch too.
NT transfer mounted brake isn't so badly effected by mud etc but unless you have a spooled or lockright diff they can be dangerous.
IE: You park on a hill with less than brilliant traction surface...
The tailshaft is locked but if one wheel wants to turn forward the other can turn backwards and your car can roll/skid away down the hill.

Jas.