This is also an option. I ran the dog mess out of my 8.8/30 before my swap. Had 36s on for a while, locked f/r.
As mentioned the 44 usually shares the same joint as a 30. I know this cause when I swapped mine I held the shafts up and even used a micrometer. They were exactly the same. Not sure why the 44 was stronger, maybe the way the hubs are different and keep things centered.
The 8.8 is a great axle. Even with C clips.
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