Installing a JK Dana 44 Rear Axle Into My Jeep Wrangler LJ!

[@joshuacripe1514]

Her enthusiasm and energy is definitely something few other channels have . Love what you guys do , always look forward to the next project .

[@fabricioemmanuelli1115]

I was thinking the same!

[@Comp670]

I love that you actually do the work on your rigs instead of going from shop to shop like other people with Jeep channels. Very informative and you show how things can be done without a huge shop and all the latest tools.

[@fabricioemmanuelli1115]

They are awesome!

[@thekidblack111]

She is definitely a keeper, you both are super knowledgeable!

[@spencercupit]

My favorite channel for jeeps....

[@Furious_George]

I can be your second 😉 haha

[@ruggedindsoup2135]

I’m finally getting close to the point of this video with my LJ. Well, kind of. I’m looking at getting a JK rear Dana 44. But your series with the JK axle swap has been awesome to watch and I learned a lot! Thanks!

[@stevezickefoose8563]

Just found your channel today. Wife helping weld up and install a swap axle = new subscriber good job

[@jimbeaulieu220]

Can’t believe I stuck it out through the whole axle swap vids. Not a job I’d ever contemplate, but you guys have great energy and passion wheeling. Can’t wait to see this Jeep on the trails.

[@briabbriboski59]

Best channel on KZbin! No BS, entertaining, and you do WORK!!

[@kikiob3628]

Cassie how did you become so knowledgeable with all this stuff? I wish I knew everything about my Jeep and how to repair myself. Jeep girl goals!!!

[@JeepGearGadgets]

I was pretty much raised by my dad and was always out in the garage with him talking or wrenching on cars or dirt bikes. A lot of the Jeep specific knowledge came from a TON of research and learning from Ben over the past 7 years

[@MrJoecango]

Great Video Cassie.......and Ben, I really like that truss, I'm going to look into one of those. Like I said before I am a welder and your welding looks good. Good oscillation, good angle and distance and technique. Keep bringing these great videos on your upgrades and Thanks for keeping Jeeping classy Cassie! BTW you get my vote over LB 100% its Jeeping not a skin mag shoot. Love how you and Ben aren't going in that direction, Much respect!

[@robp418]

Awesome vid! Thanks for including what you did with the brake lines. I’m adding a truss to my tj 44 and am going to cut a hole in the top for the breather tube, and drill/tap a spot on top of the truss for the brake line t

[@tonydavis4957]

The welds do look nice, great job. Also you just convinced me to do the power stop brake upgrade on my JK

[@bobbyratliff3349]

Ohh my back hurts just watching all that bending while welding I’d have to find me a saw horse or two. To put the axle on to weld it up

[@TheJRock2022]

Cassie what a great job !! Love how it looks. You did an amazing job with the welding. I have the same third brake light. Keep the great videos coming!

[@boldrbangr9834]

Great job Cassie! Looks sick, but agree w/ Ben, needs rear fenders.

[@nicholasbaldwin1674]

They should build some tube fenders ;) something that can work with and tie into the sliders and body armor they have... just my thoughts

[@nathanlivingston9987]

What did you do for the E-brake cables?

[@jonpaff5699]

The question everyone wants to ask is did you get the upper shock bolts out with out breaking them? Because every one I’ve ever done they broke

[@angelsweetpal]

Great job girl you're amazing at this. Im not exactly an offroader but I enjoy watching this. One thing I like about your vids is the fact that you guys work together, as a team and you seem to enjoy your selves ( who wouldn't, you're a hottie ). Suggestion here, get a visor from one of your old welders mask and attach it to your cam when recording your weldings, this will extend the life of your camera lens and we will see more details of your great work 👍👍👍. Can't wait for the next one.

[@smcruz13]

Love how you do your own work unlike most women Jeep KZbinrs. Keep up the good work!

[@davebooth7979]

Wow! Your LJ is so badass!! Great job!! I just did a lift on my LJ and went with Fox shocks too :) I still need to bleed my brakes... maybe this weekend. Cheers :)

[@Axthex]

I feel like a punk when I see your wife know way more than I do but that’s why I am watching to learn. Love the videos

[@markblandford9346]

Another great video, Cassie! Keep up the good work, and stay humble!

[@jeffwarren392]

Really enjoyed this series! Cassie is a winner!

[@JeepTJay6]

I would have rotated those upper coil perches when the axle was out. But at any rate, thanks for making some content with an older jeep. I got nothing against JK’s and JL‘s but this is more my style. Love the channel so far. Keep it up.

[@pauljordan756]

Great project and video! Good detail and content!!! Thank you for sharing. 👍

[@stevenmichaelis609]

Good axle upgrade over the TJ 44s. I couldn’t tell from the video but for the shock issue you may be able to use a shock extension that pushes the bottom away from the axle tube a bit to avoid clearance issues. On my MetalCloak lift it came with them for the rear to help that issue. Also may want to relocate the upper rear spring mount to keep the spring more vertical at ride height. Most lift manufacturers make a kit.

[@clarkc7830]

Let’s see new Litebrite video and new Jeep Gear & Gadget .....Cassie wins

[@snowmeowoutdoors802]

Cassie is way more likable and they aren't corporate shills like LB

[@clarkc7830]

I would love to hang out with them. I’ll buy the beer Ben

[@ls66]

Not even close! The lite brite girl is annoying and kinda talks down about the husband. I like how you guys work together.

[@nicholasbaldwin1674]

agreed! Hondo 66 nailed it!

[@offroadjeep6035]

@ *Clark C* the two channels aren't really comparable. Ben and Cassie both wheel and work on their Jeeps while the other channel seems to be more about product endorsements.

[@Canadiansurfer57]

I love both channels this one and @Jk_Gearandgadgets ! I really like the fact that your both use safety equipment...glasses, gloves etc...with the exception of the Crocs! lol You should talk to Crocs for a safety toe edition?! Keep up the great work!

[@brandonfritts7301]

Looks great guys. So miss having a Jeep here in Japan. Cannot wait until I redeploy to the States and get a new one to mess around with.

[@rileybest6084]

Great work cassie love your jeep love that you weld it yourself so awesome

[@mikelivermore7781]

Love both of your all’s channels,,,,,,,always Great Jeep info on upgrades,,,,, question could I drop my Jeep off for upgrades 🤣😂 keep up the shows coming

[@Crimeanland]

Все мне в этом фильме понравилось!!! Все просто супер,то как ты Девченка работаешь со сваркой и всякими инструментами, все красиво ,но вот только твоя классная попка все время отвлекала мое внимание от процесса замены ходовой части автомобиля 😜😃😃😃😃😃

[@gabrielvidales4447]

AWESOME VIDEO!!!YOU COULD RELOCATE YOUR GAS TANK ABOUT 5 INCHES BACK THIS IS WHAT I DID TO MINE KEEP UP THE AWESOME VIDSSS

[@frankmartin806]

Awesome team you two are great together

[@nate4036]

I’ve seen shock mounts welded up higher, even with the axle, and I’ve seen them welded up top to cure shock limits. Plus you don’t have to worry about hanging on a rock like they do in oem locations

[@RocHopn]

Looking good guys, keep up the great work and production value! It's a great build! Cant wait to see it on the trails.

[@Bennett-xo6iu]

Awsome video loved how you have done all the welding.. I think that is awesome... Jeep is look sick with that wide stance... Keep the videos comin...

[@kenconwaysrs9076]

Welcome to south Texas thanks for all the info on jeeps

[@davemurray8421]

Definitely need an update after the test drive. Great job, looks incredible. Beer then Whiskey is the best way to go Ben!! You do need to come up to Canada so we can get you hooked on better beer lol.

[@GenoThumper]

P.S. I love you KZbin channel, and all the Jeep gadgets l wouldn't know of without your post! Geno

[@moabwheeling]

Cassie don't be so hard on yourself , your welds look amazing . I would like to see new fenders on your LJ next or maybe a roll cage . If your interested in selling your old Dana 44 out of your LJ let me know . Until next time you guys take care .

[@willardpattersoniii8587]

I STRONGLY suggest a motive power bleeder, it makes bleeding brakes take like 4 seconds. You just add fluid, pump it up, then go corner by corner opening the valves and watching for bubbles.

[@Sniperssx]

looking for spider crush installation if you have done any, other then that video have more fun and informational and really enjoyed

[@dallasmathis1488]

Hey can you guys can you please share info on how you got the ebrake to work on the dana 44s? I’m having issues figuring out a solution. Please help 🙏🏻

[@EricTheOld]

That's good work you two. I'm catching up on your previous vids😉

[@manny1584]

Great video with a lot of info. Btw what welder are you guys using?

[@utopia.exploring]

I love this video! Not only does Cassie crush the axel welding and setup, but Ben is hilarious because he doesn't know what to do with himself... So, he just enjoys some adult beverages! #quarantinelife

[@StormbornJKU]

Cassie lays down some good welds! I need to get me another welder (since I broke my last one) and get back at it. I’ve got a JK axle in my garage I want to build up.

[@spencergaither8660]

Great job.guys. Lol. Blues Clues..LMBO. cute! Looks like a lot of fun.

[@urbancavemanintheak7732]

Awesome content and solid mechanical work !

[@TheRightLine]

So you used rear TJ disc brake hoses and steel line on your JK 44? That's what it sounds like from you video. I'm gonna be tackling this job for my son's TJ soon.

[@epagent6091]

Awesome build! Red Jeeps Rock!!!

[@pazion-hotwheels1553]

great jod,that axle is looking awesome 👍👍👍

[@1bad69xss4]

That was a badass job!!!

[@eddiemed5766]

Great video. Just have one question. I see you reused your rims and tires. Tj’s bolt pattern is 5x4.5 . Did u get the axles with that bolt pattern for the JK Diffs? I’m looking into doing the same swap but don’t wanna buy new rims and tires. I just bought them about 6 months ago. Thank you for the video.

[@DS-rj9db]

Working on.....04-Ford F-150 under armor skid plates...Custom

[@mikethomas7138]

i might have missed it, isn't the new d44 5 or so inches wider....how did you deal with that?

[@324590]

Her front end looks perfect! Don’t change anything 😂

[@Scott_69HemiDart]

Awesome job!! Jeep looks great with the new axles YOU installed!

[@bemyers123]

Why didn’t you cut out and relocate the upper spring perch rearward to straighten out the springs stroke before installing the axle?

[@JeepGearGadgets]

Want to make that it’s own video.

[@christophercook9974]

Just found you guys! I really enjoy the LJ build as I am currently building my 06 LJ. After owning for a few years it's time to upgrade! So far I'm using Genright off road, Banks, Warn, MORE, Insane audio to name a few. Tear down started 2 weeks ago and I hope to have it all done by spring! I do have a question... I'm thinking about a Dana 44 front swap but keeping the D44 rear and just re-gearing for bigger tires.. Why did you guys swap out your rear axle? I thought all the LJs had a D44 in the rear as stock??

[@americanpatriot912]

I would be concerned about those coil springs they looked like they were boing towards the front ,great job though looks great .

[@bobbyrob2008]

You both are awesome, thanks so much for all the cool content!!! 👍👊

[@dennisbo5004]

Cas, tell us what was the most difficult part on the front swap and the rear please. I have an LJ and I'm wanting to do the same thing.

[@johnfitzgerald5158]

Cassie, is there a reason you haven't pursued a long arm kit on the LJ? Or is that a potential future upgrade.

[@rhyswilliams695]

Nice work. Looks like a great upgrade. Looking forward to the LS!

[@paidoluca]

Which tool was that to adjust the tension after replace the yoke?

[@4LowConcepts]

It looking awesome. Great job family!!

[@FrenchHawk878]

Damn dude you better not ever spoil that gift... she’s one in a million.

[@johnkeener9200]

What about the width difference?

[@tbornman89]

That looks absolutely bad ass.

[@SkyBlueOffRoad]

Hey there. I am wondering how you wired in the lockers ...or did I miss that part ( I saw on Bens update you took the LJ out)....Also, on my Tj, I have an 8.8 out of a ford with a motobilt diff cover. It hit my tank skid too, here is an option, cut your tank shield to allow the diff cover some up travel....Best of luck in the new place and as always, Keep it classy.

[@JeepGearGadgets]

Lol good catch! I’ll be doing the lockers in an upcoming video, have not wired them up yet. We are moving this week, and videos should resume end of next week!

[@kg2995]

Throw some Currie shock extension brackets on the rear. A good fix for now.

[@jessedavis4699]

Hell yea!! Awesome video!! I hope Ben knows how lucky he is. You’re bad ass Cassie. Thanks to you both for the great videos and I love your channels. Definitely need some rear fenders now.

[@jeremy8715]

How bad would the fit be on a TJ rear Dana 44? Barnes4wd is sold out of the OEM bracket kit? I don't mind modifying it some to get it to fit.

[@JeepGearGadgets]

I wouldn’t recommend it. The truss is designed to fit on the JK axle tubes that are larger, so on the TJ axle there would be large gaps. Barnes should be getting them back in stock soon, I know they have been in the process of changing metal suppliers.

[@JeepGearGadgets]

I would call them, maybe the Wagoneer 44 swap kit would work?

[@jeremy8715]

Thanks but that also sold out. I just don’t want to spend a whole right now. I might go 4 link rear in 2-3 years.

[@decolonizefilms2028]

What a dream project

[@zr2zamboni906]

How does outboarding the shocks give you more travel? Seems it would reduce travel.

[@JeepGearGadgets]

You weld a new mount on the outside of the frame that is a lot taller, and then you can install longer shocks

[@nickfilomeno1041]

Those welds look better than all of rough country’s welds

[@brotasticanglerman7679]

Did you cover the ebrake ?

[@eldiablobiker]

I’m curious why you didn’t do a spring correction bracket? The mounting location for the shocks is terrible. I’m currently in the process of building frenched in shock mounts for 14” shocks. Seeing Ben tipsy was hilarious

[@eldiablobiker]

I see after reading the comments my question has been answered

[@JeepGearGadgets]

Haha it’s all good! It’s a needed upgrade for sure! However it deserves its own video so more Tj owners will know about it 😉

[@joshbilliot4032]

Good job, great welds, awesome humor. I really enjoy watching y’all’s projects. I feel like I’ve learned a bit from you two and will put some of that knowledge to use in the future. All while getting in a good laugh. Keep up the good work. 👌🏼

[@mattbarrett41]

The rear spring angle looks wrong. Am I missing something?

[@JeepGearGadgets]

That’s how the TJs are once they are lifted.

[@PaulKaiser42]

Your are a bad ass with that welder!!! I don’t know anyone that likes bleeding brakes 😄😄😄😄. LJ looks awesome

[@CarlosRodriguez-oq4hq]

How much cost you that upgrade?

[@rodrigorojas7169]

Saludos desde Chile...Buenísimos vídeos

[@GuyWitch]

Personally, I would actually go with the 10mm bolt. Only because grade 8 bolts are more brittle, albeit much stronger. If the grade 8 happens to shear, it turns into shrapnel, the 10mm (class 10.9) is a little less likely to shatter, but more likely to shear. I like grade 8 bolts, and would have to study this thought a bit further before I used them in this scenario. (All day long, I would use grade 8 for engine though)

[@AmptDesiqns]

I just found a 2007 JK Dana 44 rear for $300 and I'm interested in doing this swap! Is there anything special I may need to know about this swap? Would a 2007 jk work fine with my 2004 tj using the barnes4wd truss kit?

[@kyridgejumper]

Awesome job behind that hood

[@floydstowe]

This lady is awesome you go girl

[@michaelhalstead64]

I love you guys! so fun to watch. Tell Benjamin to get that 5.13 gear comparison and axle shaft videos done. He's killing me. ;) I know you guys are busy. Just playing. but always leaving me hangin.

[@leovillanueva7463]

Where did you guys get the jk axle? im currently looking for one thanks

[@juanbernal2976]

Great team.

[@Jovan.762]

I tack welded my truss while watching this video lol. I only have a flux core welder so il be dropping it off for someone to finish it.

[@dustinrobberecht3904]

Love your channel. And as a side note it lead me to your husband's channel which is also great. It's nice know y'all are also in Virginia. Can't wait till I'm able to upgrade my axle, I'm still on stock TJ axles

[@seanspeakers]

What wheels are on the LJ? They look great

[@JeepGearGadgets]

They are mickey thompson classics, originally polished but we painted they grey

[@seanspeakers]

Jeep Gear & Gadgets good choice on the color 🙌🏽

[@PumpUpMix]

had to replace rear axle, once on it isnt centered, no one has an answer, any ideas how to fix?

[@JeepGearGadgets]

You need an adjustable rear track bar

[@PumpUpMix]

@@JeepGearGadgets Thanks

[@brucemartin835]

Great job Cassie very impressed. I was going to ask what kind of brown liquor Ben was drinking...NICE!

[@Trex76us]

Question -- Did yall change the master cylinder or the booster for the larger brakes? If not how dose it feel with the stock master cylinder and booster?

[@JeepGearGadgets]

Not yet! Feels fine so far. The LJ did already have disc brakes so the brake regulator is a tad different than the TJ setup. But I’ve heard most people don’t have any issues

[@Trex76us]

@@JeepGearGadgets Awesome! I will be doing the Rubicon JK axles on my 03 TJ Rubicon soon. Y'all can follow that build and other on my IG. @jeeper_jeff

[@texasblessed8270]

Y'all are in Alaska?!?

[@danpivato9606]

Great job Cassie!... Can't wait to see what it can do off road 👍

[@unlimitedljadventure]

We need more drunk Ben. lol. Great video and LJ has a huge upgrade now with axles. But not do the coil bucket correction kit while you had the axle out? Also the LJ needs some Genright front hiline fenders. and no rear fenders.

[@JeepGearGadgets]

We have the coil bucket kit in the garage lol! Figured that would be a good upgrade for its own video within itself. Some new front fenders would be sweet

[@unlimitedljadventure]

@@JeepGearGadgets It really is it's own video. no argument there. Either way, can't wait for that video. And get the Boulder series Genright front fenders and keep it zero flares.