8.8 Ford Differential - North American Grand Cherokee Association

Crasher · 02-21-2008, 03:00 PM

I'm looking at a modified ZJ with an 8.8 Ford rear end with an electric locker. How does it compare to the Dana 35, Dana 44a, and Dana 44? I've read of people converting to it, but haven't asked why, but now need to know.

Thanks, Doug

froggy79 · 02-21-2008, 03:11 PM

ok forget the 35, and 44a, 44a is nice but has no aftermarket support, the real 44 is great, great support and strength, and the 8.8 is a good strong axle, great aftermarket support rear disc brakes, granted you have the right year axle , but hey id trade you my 44a anyday

Cody · 02-21-2008, 04:13 PM

teh 8.8 is stronger than the 44. The only knock on it is that it's c-clipped.

AndyZJ · 02-21-2008, 06:56 PM

C-clipped, true, but there are C-clip eliminator kits. And at 31 spline axles, i'm sure you are gonna be wheeling the piss out of it long before you break one to worry about the C-clip equation ruining your day.

GranderZJ · 02-21-2008, 09:05 PM

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Originally Posted by AndyZJ

C-clipped, true, but there are C-clip eliminator kits.

Yes they make eliminator kits BUT!!! the kits were not designed for constant up and down movement of the axle like in wheeling. I've thought about swapping my BUILT 8.8 out of my 90 GT Mustang, but when it was my DD I had to reseal my eliminators 3 times in 1 year! The eliminators are primarily designed for drag applications per NHRA rules. This does not stress the kit anywhere near like using in offroad applications because of axle movement!!! hope this helps!

Johnny_C · 02-21-2008, 09:31 PM

why is the c-clip so bad? i think the 8.8 is a great axle. specially hte fullsize 31 spline version. only weak link in it is the carrier. ran one in my ford with 38s, locked and 4:56s and BEAT on it. nothing ever gave. the shafts are thicker than a D60........ i think its one of the best, underrated axles out there...........

GranderZJ · 02-21-2008, 09:38 PM

And BTW I'm not downing the axles or anything. I'm actually selling/trade for stock plus cash, and build another 8.8 with 33 spline axles, c-clip elims, and a full spool for my mustang!

Johnny_C · 02-21-2008, 10:33 PM

no worries. i like your plan. tell ya what, if you are lookin at buying a ZJ with a built 8.8 in it, i'd trade my 35+cash......... seriously

GranderZJ · 02-21-2008, 11:05 PM

Not looking to buy a zj already have one putting a 9" in!

Cody · 02-22-2008, 09:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Johnny_C

why is the c-clip so bad?

because some people do break axles and the only thing holding the tire/axle/wheel on if you break an axle is the caliper...unless you have drums then nothing.

I ran one in my old ZJ. I think 35's or so are perfect for an 8.8 and you wouldn't have to worry about it. Once you go much bigger than that, if you are really hard on things you'll start twisting and/or breaking stock 31 spline stuff.

02-21-2008, 03:00 PM	#1
Crasher Senior Member Grand Addict Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Plover, WI / Benson, AZ Posts: 812	8.8 Ford Differential I'm looking at a modified ZJ with an 8.8 Ford rear end with an electric locker. How does it compare to the Dana 35, Dana 44a, and Dana 44? I've read of people converting to it, but haven't asked why, but now need to know. Thanks, Doug __________________ 1997 ZJ 5.2, Clayton LAs, HP30 w/OXlocker, 8.8 w/ARB, Alloy shafts F&R, 488 gears, Atlas 3.8, 35" KM2s, ARB Bullbar w/warn, ORO dual rate swaybar, hydro steering assist 97 TJ 350, 700R4, D60 w/Grizzly, 14 bolt w/ Detroit, 538s, ORI struts, 44" Pitbulls

02-21-2008, 03:11 PM	#2
froggy79 Senior Member Grand Junkie Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: new albany indiana Posts: 361	ok forget the 35, and 44a, 44a is nice but has no aftermarket support, the real 44 is great, great support and strength, and the 8.8 is a good strong axle, great aftermarket support rear disc brakes, granted you have the right year axle , but hey id trade you my 44a anyday __________________ if the lord leads me to it, then the lord will lead me through it 98 black limited 5.2 K.O.R 4.5 w/TBC JKS XT33's http://i165.photobucket.com/albums/u...eels79/33a.jpg

02-21-2008, 06:56 PM	#4
AndyZJ Senior Member Grand Master Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Wilmington, DE Posts: 3,493	C-clipped, true, but there are C-clip eliminator kits. And at 31 spline axles, i'm sure you are gonna be wheeling the piss out of it long before you break one to worry about the C-clip equation ruining your day. __________________ 1993 Grand Cherokee Limited- 7" long arm lifted, SOLD 1999 Grand Cherokee Laredo- 3" Kevin's lift and 31" Goodyears on JK Moabs

02-21-2008, 09:31 PM	#6
Johnny_C Senior Member Grand Addict Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Calgary alberta, canada Posts: 515	why is the c-clip so bad? i think the 8.8 is a great axle. specially hte fullsize 31 spline version. only weak link in it is the carrier. ran one in my ford with 38s, locked and 4:56s and BEAT on it. nothing ever gave. the shafts are thicker than a D60........ i think its one of the best, underrated axles out there........... __________________ ~ 93 ZJ 4.0L > 3" and 31" BFGs..... ~ 91' YJ 4.0L > 5" RE springs, 35" Procomp Mts. 8.8 rear, 4:56s and ARBs both ends; 4.5L stoker in the works

02-21-2008, 10:33 PM	#8
Johnny_C Senior Member Grand Addict Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Calgary alberta, canada Posts: 515	no worries. i like your plan. tell ya what, if you are lookin at buying a ZJ with a built 8.8 in it, i'd trade my 35+cash......... seriously __________________ ~ 93 ZJ 4.0L > 3" and 31" BFGs..... ~ 91' YJ 4.0L > 5" RE springs, 35" Procomp Mts. 8.8 rear, 4:56s and ARBs both ends; 4.5L stoker in the works

02-21-2008, 04:13 PM	#3
Cody Evil Overlord Grand Master Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: SLC, UT, USA Posts: 3,456	teh 8.8 is stronger than the 44. The only knock on it is that it's c-clipped.

02-21-2008, 09:38 PM	#7
GranderZJ Senior Member Grand Addict Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Vancouver, WA Posts: 526	And BTW I'm not downing the axles or anything. I'm actually selling/trade for stock plus cash, and build another 8.8 with 33 spline axles, c-clip elims, and a full spool for my mustang!

02-21-2008, 11:05 PM	#9
GranderZJ Senior Member Grand Addict Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Vancouver, WA Posts: 526	Not looking to buy a zj already have one putting a 9" in!

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