Hey all,
SO my 2015 JK currently has a rear axle seal leak on the passenger side. Originally I thought of just replacing the seal under warranty, but I might not be covered and I am also having a hard time finding available labor to get that work done. I'm hesitant to try a new mechanic for this work.
I am now considering going to one of my local Jeep guys to just upgrade some stuff. I know the all encompassing upgrade would be; New axle shafts, re-gearing and lockers. However, that is a hefty price tag and I know I can't afford all that right now. So I am asking if there is any benefit to just upgrading the shafts and gears and not doing lockers yet.
I'm currently driving on 35's with a 2.5" lift but I plan on moving to 37's when the time comes. This is my daily, but I do light trail rides and some overland camping. I don't need to build a rock-crawling beast but I'd like to potentially upgrade some components while the time calls for it. I know I'd be paying for labor again to have lockers installed, but maybe I can tackle that myself by the time that comes around.
Any help/tips are appreciated.
SO my 2015 JK currently has a rear axle seal leak on the passenger side. Originally I thought of just replacing the seal under warranty, but I might not be covered and I am also having a hard time finding available labor to get that work done. I'm hesitant to try a new mechanic for this work.
I am now considering going to one of my local Jeep guys to just upgrade some stuff. I know the all encompassing upgrade would be; New axle shafts, re-gearing and lockers. However, that is a hefty price tag and I know I can't afford all that right now. So I am asking if there is any benefit to just upgrading the shafts and gears and not doing lockers yet.
I'm currently driving on 35's with a 2.5" lift but I plan on moving to 37's when the time comes. This is my daily, but I do light trail rides and some overland camping. I don't need to build a rock-crawling beast but I'd like to potentially upgrade some components while the time calls for it. I know I'd be paying for labor again to have lockers installed, but maybe I can tackle that myself by the time that comes around.
Any help/tips are appreciated.