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explorer backing plates

jsolorza

NAXJA Member #1632
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harbor city ca
anyone know if the backing plates of 96 explorer w/disc brakes fit a xj dana 44. and if they do fit what mod are required and yes ive been searching, havent had my questions answered

thanks in advance
jsolorza
 
jsolorza said:
anyone know if the backing plates of 96 explorer w/disc brakes fit a xj dana 44. and if they do fit what mod are required and yes ive been searching, havent had my questions answered

thanks in advance
jsolorza

IIRC the holes on the axle flange will have to be re-drilled, the central hole on the backing plates needs enlarged for the D44 wheel bearing and race to pass, and you will need to swap the retaining plates on the axles to Rubicon 44 plates. Lokar makes an emg brake conversion clip, and you will have to redo the brake lines to make them disc compatible. You will also need to replace the proportioning valve for one made for discs as well (like for the ZJ).

Bones :skull1:

 
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