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Jeep Wrangler JK
JK General Discussion
Upgrading Axle Components
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<blockquote data-quote="Ricodylan13" data-source="post: 447669" data-attributes="member: 17905"><p>Hey all, </p><p></p><p>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.</p><p></p><p>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. </p><p></p><p>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. </p><p></p><p>Any help/tips are appreciated.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Ricodylan13, post: 447669, member: 17905"] 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. [/QUOTE]
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Jeep Wrangler JK
JK General Discussion
Upgrading Axle Components
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