Dana 35 Disc Conversion

[broncosbybart]

Was at the pullapart today. Saw a ZJ with rear discs. Thought about putting a set on the TJ. Anyone done this? Is it as easy as I am thinking it might be? Not sure on the parking brake cables or proportioning valve. Any info is appreciated.

 

[burrellsjeep]

Let me start by saying this before someone else does: I wouldn't advise investing a nickel into the D35 not worth it. But thats up to you.

That said, I am not sure on the Conversion, But the Prop Valve is fine if you remove the rubber ring from inside it, I did it with the 8,8 when I installed it.

 

[HaPtOAD]

If you want to get it go for it. It will eliminate the c-clips. It's a very simple swap and it will bolt up to a 44 also. You need to get the E-brake cables also so they will work. But I agree that a D35 ain't worth it unless you plan a 44 swap later. You could save that money and get a 8.8. If you already bought it I'll take it off your hands

 

[cj777]

I second not wasting any time or effort on the 35, but if you want to do the swap, theres a good write-up here
http://www.stu-offroad.com/suspension/d35disc/d35-1.htm

 

[broncosbybart]

thanks for the info. i was thinking about the 8.8, but hadn't found a good 4.10 axle yet. where did you guys get your brackets for the swap, and how much did you spend all together? i can do the fab work, just debating time and money, plus trying to find an axle...

 

[chris]

I bought my 8.8 kit from ECGS. Chase has ktis for the TJ and XJ.

 

[burrellsjeep]

Recent Thread with info you could use.

http://www.nc4x4.com/forums/showthread.php?t=96084

 

[justinh4569]

ya go with the 8.8 get with the brakes for 113 at pull a part u can find them with limited slip for $113

 

[fishgutz]

Ditto on the Ford 8.8 to get disc brakes on the TJ. Same bolt pattern and you can further upgrade it with a Supr88 kit.