TrueTrac install
My XJ is destined for a cold climate and I want to upgrade the D35 open carrier to an Eaton TrueTrac to make it easier to handle on ice (very little off-roading so I have no interest in upgrading to a D44 or other).
I am planning to reuse the existing crown and pinion which "should" mean I only have to focus on properly shimming the carrier. Any "gotcha's" from those of you who have done this?
Also, does the stock XJ use interior shims or exterior? I have seen blowups that show that the shims fit between the bearings and the carrier but every video on Youtube shows people installing shims on the exterior of the bearings. Not sure which I should be planning for.
Thanks in advance
Todd
My XJ is destined for a cold climate and I want to upgrade the D35 open carrier to an Eaton TrueTrac to make it easier to handle on ice (very little off-roading so I have no interest in upgrading to a D44 or other).
I am planning to reuse the existing crown and pinion which "should" mean I only have to focus on properly shimming the carrier. Any "gotcha's" from those of you who have done this?
Also, does the stock XJ use interior shims or exterior? I have seen blowups that show that the shims fit between the bearings and the carrier but every video on Youtube shows people installing shims on the exterior of the bearings. Not sure which I should be planning for.
Thanks in advance
Todd
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