Outer Limits 4x4 Board

I have hust purchased yj springs and a kit to bolt them in to suzuki sierra. I am now considering what diffs to use. I have seriously been considering toyota hilux diffs, but they seem a little wide to hide and can't b made legal. I am now thinking about YJ wrangler diffs, does anyone know much about them, or where I can find out some info?

It would be good to find out;

the ratios

The distance between wheel studs

whether the gears can be changed

whether the centres and axles from newer jeeps can be used in the yj housing, just so I dont have trouble finding parts later on.

I would have to use yj housings because they were designed to bolt up to leaf springs.....

Can anyone tell mewhere the centres sit/ will they be suitable for the suz?

I see chat is pretty slow in the jeep section but all help would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks

Ryan

mate i have some bad news for you - australia never got dealer delivery YJ's. and therefore axles are only available on the few grey imports running around.
the front axles however are the same as in the front of a TJ (passenger side drop) but the back is a Dana 35 (center output) and rare for the reasons stated above. the only reason you'd want YJ's is for the spring perches i'm guessing?

to be honest don't even bother working out jeep stuff, it's just not worth it - go hilux diffs for sure (but check with an engineer 1st as i fear your ability to go that route).

I know of a complete set of YJ Diffs that are for sale wheel to wheel, or go with a chassis and tub.

Call Mark in Melbourne on 03 9548 8119.

Lockee, has probably noted the same diffs I was about to tell you about.

IMHO Thor is in love with hilux diffs, but mind you the Dana 35 in the rear wouldn't be the strongest for big tyres.

YJ diffs = Yuk....
The rear diff is a D35c....no where near as good as the TJ D44.
The front diff has a vaccum disco (POS) unlike the TJ. But also the early YJ's had weaker Uni's than the TJ too.....

All round I wouldn't bother with YJ diffs unless you're looking for landfill

andy_noble wrote: IMHO Thor is in love with hilux diffs

one day i will own hilux diffs... even if it means they are just trophy items hanging on the lounge wall, or a 3rd member in the corner of the garage