When Should You Upgrade Your Axles? - Coffee One-Take

[@mikepierson3097]

I love listening to Jim talk. He’s so causal about his knowledge and it just flows. He seems like a great person to hang with.

[@Donnut123]

"You can have Dana 60 shafts in the Pro Rock 44" Brad 's eyes lit up at that!

[@RottDawg]

I have a ProRock 44 with RCVs upfront and a ProRock 62 in the rear... The 44 has been bulletproof... the 62 has given me nothing but problems. The first failure, it took me a week to get back on the trail the first time while Dynatrac figured out what they were going to do. This time, it's been three weeks and my rig is still sitting here trying to figure out what Dynatrac is going to do. I bought the Dynatracs because I wanted something dependable and with a warranty. 5 months for them to deliver and 6 months for them to break twice. I know Kevin, Brit and Brad swear by them, but all I do is swear at them.

[@510_jk5]

I could listen to Jim all day! Love it when you have him on. You and Jim should start an off road podcast! Jim has the voice for it and so much knowledge!

[@machine2747]

Just installed my first set of Dynatrac axles in my JT Rubicon. The XD 60 in the rear and ProRock 44 in the front. Went with ARBs and 5:13s. The axles are absolute quality. Every where you look on them the fit and finish are off the chart. Got the 1480 front outer joints and they really dwarf the factory outers. My set also came with the rebuildable ball joints. There's a reason these guys are the industry leader. Quality!

[@MrSportsphoto]

I swear, every time I watch a TrailRecon video, it costs me money! 🤔

[@KansasSlim64]

Yep. 😬

[@chrislarsen1033]

Jim is the man. I watched him reverse over a tight high angle obstacle.

[@teagud3189]

Hands down the best interview. Would like to hear more of what Jim has to say

[@kenworth278660]

Best coffee one take ever

[@furrycutethings2124]

Ran into Jim on the trail this weekend, very cool to see the Dynatrac rig getting dirty with Jim behind the wheel.

[@cosmicsea.9169]

I'm curious as to what Jim would say about adding a truss to an axle housing vs complete upgrade. Pros Cons that sort of thing.

[@AngelRodriguez111]

If you watch the video when Brad upgraded to a front Pro44, Jim said no to the truss as it causes too much warping most of the time and it doesn't really add much strength in the places you need it.

[@zachwhite2323]

He sells axles not trusses, by I’m sure that doesn’t effect his opinion at all…

[@immelting9834]

For every truss sold by a manufacturer ; is one less axle Jim won't sell.

[@datsun4x]

@@AngelRodriguez111 he's correct for what 90% of us them for. I've seen a bent dynatrac, but it was from a hard hit, not just regular trail running. Trusses do add strength, but really the best use case for them is when custom 4 link mounts are required, hard-core crawling or racing that need the extra reinforcement

[@megarafjogos]

​@@AngelRodriguez111 just look at weaker axles. A simple truss can transform a samurai thin weak axle housing into a tank capable of handling jumps and big tyres. They work, and they work very well. Sure, you may bend the axle if you are not careful when welding, but it is what it is, if done right, it can turn an old dana 44 in a pro44 beating axle.

[@slowcountryboy476]

ahh yes, high pinion low pinion, now I know the pros/cons. And the bell curve was mentioned. I cannot think what it does not apply to. This was a good confabulation.

[@nachovalenti]

Jim is the man! Great to listen their experiences and his knowledge. Thanks Brad for another great video.

[@fwschnaar3179]

Jim’s Awesome… Could watch him over and over again with his Knowledge of the places in the Desert 👍☕️

[@CDMA07]

Thank you, thank you TrailRecon !!! I'm currently at this stage. I want to upgrade my Rubicon to 37s, but we have some hard trails here in East TN. WindRock with break some stuff!! ...ergo I want to do this upgrade right. This is a great video to learn from and make an informed decision.......which I now know I need to save more money! lol . Congrats to TrailRecon on 454k subscribers!

[@superduper1917]

You should upgrade your axles after you pay off your $50,000 dollar Jeep. That way you can afford to put on $15,000 more dollars worth of axles that the damn Jeep shoud have come with from the factory! Love the Channel, Love these axles. Maybe Jeep should get them from you before they stick in our arses without lubrication or dinner first ;-)

[@TexanUSMC8089]

Or just buy a used Jeep and add the new diffs and suspension. There are a million mall crawlers out there. Find one in a low-rust state and go pick it up.

[@Outforajoyride]

Not raining on anyone parade, but truss your axles, add C gussets and chromoly and save $1000s of dollars. Most folks (and i use the term lightly) will never wheel hard enough to need 1 tons. Ive seen XJs on trussed stock axles wheel harder than folks on 1 tons and not break anything, and drive it home. To each their own and more power to ya. Cheers!

[@ghernandez6457]

Same I wheel with a group of XJs and crawler yotas running trussed 44s and 37s and they run circles around many 4dr JKs and JLs with 40s out there because of their short wheelbase and driver skills. I am currently running 38s on RCVS and chromolied rear with my JLUR on 4.88 gears. I have almost rolled over once bouncing off an obstacle fully locked, done high speed desert trails etc. And my axles are fine. Getting 40s tomorrow just added a front and rear truss and C gussets.

[@alexanderweaver7066]

Wow! What a wealth of knowledge and expertise! I picked up so much information and I'll have to watch this again to let it soak into my limited space brain. More videos like this one, Brad!

[@Dk20Silver]

The holy trinity of jeep and axle all arround knowledge video. took me 2 years to gather the knowledge in this video but to finally be able to hear it from Jim just confirmed my info and graded it an A+. Greatest educational and informational video by far out there from the father of all AXLES. thank you for this video. i expected waylife to do this but you wont the race.

[@310to703]

this was awesome great convo with so much knowledge Jim is the best! my favorite Coffee One-Take yet!!!!!

[@kevinross5360]

From Australia , Jim knows a thing or two about Axels. good one take

[@brianb6603]

New to me conversation, Excellent as usual!!! Jim is an amazing fount of knowledge. This is the best axel conversation I have heard.

[@stevetabor4447]

Great informative video Jim is such a awesome humbled man so much knowledge good stuff brad 👍👍👍👍

[@jeffontwo8636]

Lots of good information here. And the 60 IRS in the background looks badass!

[@purleybaker]

Super knowledgeable and able to communicate, and an Andy Griffith Show fan. It doesn't get better.

[@markcargile]

Love listening to Jim, that man is a serious axle guru. Big thanks to both of you for this infovid!

[@CJLane-62]

I just want to upgrade my D35,and D30 to a set of D44's,as my 03 4.0L TJ is my daily driver and my offroader,will be pulling some type of Offroad teardrop trailer on mainly Forrest roads maintained and Non Maintained!

[@ksdurham]

Great video/content. Jim seems like a best friend who you can trust and also happens to be super smart and practical, which helps with the trust part.

[@lloydrage]

Awesome episode. I always enjoy listening to Jim’s knowledge. Great job Brad

[@jimotten6206]

Thx that was great, learned a lot. Please do one on IFS

[@sonnicman]

Jim’s awesome. Such a wealth of information and so much fun to hang out with!

[@80KG_Costco_Chicken]

I know Jim said it was hard for your Jeep to weight over 8K lbs.But my buddy just weighted his 5.7 V8 JK AEV brute truck (so JKU converted truck), with all the camping equipments and off-road equipments, which include RTT, fridge, bed rack, tools, water tank etc, his truck weighted at 7980 lbs. And that was without any passengers. When you add all the armors and all those equipments, the weight adds fast!

[@CATmanATL22]

WOW ! That Jim is a wealth of knowledge, I hope people where taking notes because you don’t get information like that very often …..

[@darrenboone681]

I didn't bend my housing I broke it Dana 30. 35" tires second time out on those tires went to ultimate 44 that's what my budget can handle. so far happy

[@quinnmortensen1415]

Great video. I have one of their axles in the rear of my YJ, and it works great. I also have it trussed, due to my driving style.

[@joshwatts6287]

Excellent Video!!!

[@gearlist]

Great conversation and good to see Jim making another appearance!

[@asylumjk]

Awesome video! I’m looking to pull the trigger on a Dynatrac 44 soon & this answered a ton of questions! Thanks y’all!

[@entergynso]

AXLE. Axel was a fast talking Police Officer from Detroit, lol.

[@martinshea6967]

Jim is absolute gold and his ringtone was the icing on the cake. I also knocked on wood just as you did Brad, hilarious. Aaannnddd I am absolutely available this winter for a Death Valley trip......just sayin.

[@davidcooper3957]

I have the pro rock 60s unfortunately I had to replace the aluminum knuckles to steel thankfully under dynatrac warranty. I went with the pro rocks due to the engine and transmission upgrade LT1 6.2 and a ten speed. Awesome upgrade. Great channel please keep it going

[@phillipcraggs6202]

I just, like literally, just did this last week. I wanted to run 37's on my 2018 JLU Sport. But the stock Dana 30/35 axles were not going to cut it. Unfortunately, Dynatrac stuff takes longer to get up here in Canada. So a Dana Spicer 44 Ultimate in the front and Dana Spicer 44 in the rear, 4:88 gearing, E-lockers front and rear, Yukon drive shafts and a 4 inch Rubicon Express lift with Fox shocks. I'm still in the break-in period. can't wait to get out on the trails with this thing. Great vid as always. looking forward to seeing the JK out on the rocks.

[@RottDawg]

I strongly urge you to not use an e-locker in the rear...

[@bquade70]

Oh that's gonna be sweet! Lake Havasu 🌞 Az

[@zachwhite2323]

@@RottDawg why?

[@RottDawg]

@@zachwhite2323 I've had mine for 6 months and the one in the front, no issue... the one in the rear has been nothing but problems. Talked to a friend with a ton more experience here than myself and he just said he didn't think they hold up to what the ARB or OX lockers do. I'm just trying to stop someone from making the same mistake I did.

[@zachwhite2323]

@@RottDawg the factory lockers in rubicons, broncos, and Toyotas are electric. I'd argue there are far more e lockers on the trails than any other type at this point. The cable locker like ox is say is fool proof. Arbs are super durable, but the air lines aren't. I might be biased as an electrician, but I'd much rather trouble shoot and repair a simple 12v circuit than an air leak.

[@TexanUSMC8089]

A lot of the information we get from people and online are from some shadetree mechanic that was told that by his cousins best friend. LOL This was a great video straight from an incredible source. Thank you.

[@joshleal9811]

Just did school today. What a lesson. ⭐⭐⭐

[@motomason]

Why worry about labor? Do it yourself feels better when it’s complete!

[@ReConGrpTx]

I'm running the Dynatrac Trail Leader kit in my JK (ProRock 44 front, 35 spline cro-mo rear axles for factory 44 housing, + matched gears & lockers on both ends). Have been very happy with it so far, but I think it's time to look at a 60 for the rear. This video has been a fantastic source of info! 🙂

[@TrailRecon]

Glad to be helpful!

[@jeremy8715]

I “upgraded” to HP D30 & D44 from LP D30 & D35. I’m on 35x12.5R15.

[@horaciolopez7721]

Believe me that’s still better than nothing. Good luck to you sir and best wishes.

[@scrappyjackalope9558]

Another huge factor I did not hear you talk about(although I could have missed it) is are you someone who is going to be driving to and from these much harder trails with that rig.. It is completely different to have a marginal front axle when you are going to be towing it home. But when you have a 16hr drive home from moab or a 10hr drive from Fordyce that means a lot. Yes there is a huge expense going up to eight lug but me personally if I was planning on truly hard trails and planned to drive to them in my rig I would have indeed bit the bullet and upgraded to the heavier front axle running 40's. Either way though your rig looks sharp and happy to see videos with it again

[@jonnyfsilvers]

The random ring tone 😂 👍🏼

[@LordRocco777]

This only reassured me that my new ultimate 60s sitting in my garage were worth the investment 🙌🏽

[@romandevengenzo4267]

So many useful insights here, thanks guys!

[@3vetman]

Brad, this was a great, informative interview! Thank you for this.

[@zachwhite2323]

Is anyone surprised that the guy that sells axles is recommending upgrading your stock 44 on 35’s (which are now a stock size available) to his product? A. You are still under warranty so even if you do something dumb and bend an axle who cares? B. Extra unsprung weight is not your friend, especially when it isn’t needed.

[@80KG_Costco_Chicken]

🤣🤣🤣🤣Let me know if the dealer will replace your axle under warranty when you bent them.

[@jakeweber9787]

Also, we're about to buy new axles and Dynatrac has been super helpful in helping us decide which set to get.

[@lloydrage]

Starting coffee now. Let’s go

[@VoyagerOverland]

Of course, by my strategy, the best time to upgrade an axle is shortly after breaking one.... mmm? Maybe I should rethink this one... Great video as always!

[@rocklanderoffroad]

As Im about to upgrade axles, this was great timing.

[@JarradShaw]

I know so little about the Dana 44, gearing and axles. I want a easy way to learn without getting confused. And so many people around me get so worried about me lifting and subtle tire increase will lead to horrible added lifting and things I just don’t know. I hope you interview other folks who can help us like me understand

[@jimzimmerman5852]

Thanks Brad. Have watched this video 2 times and done a lot of research. Just ordered the 44/60 combo. 6 month wait time though. 😫

[@bobbysmith7528]

So informative. Jim such a cool dude.

[@Billsadventures13]

Great info and guest!

[@PrincessTS01]

10 inches of rain in death valley mountains expected tonight & tomorrow

[@badgerpa9]

Are you talking about figure skating? An Axel is a figure skating jump, an axle is on your vehicle. You always need to upgrade and perfect your figure skating axel or you are not getting better.

[@randallwoods9104]

Very informative interview. Thank you for answering all of my questions.

[@iVisual.sambonkowski]

Hi Mate, American and its Allied forces won WWII, both in Europe and the pacific, driving on Jeep Willys. they drove it in the thick jungles of SE Asia, the endless deserts of North Africa, the high mountains and stony rivers of Western Europe. They could have chosen any tire size. They choose 32”. It had 32” tires. The American crushed the Nazies and the Japanese Emperial armies riding a Jeep with 32” tires. Surely if it was good enough for them, it should be good enough for you while you play around with your Jeep, unless of course the massive tires size is designed to compensate for something else…

[@sayedhashimi22]

The look he gave him when he was called a beginner. LOL

[@RobDTom]

Axels? Like Axel Rose? 😂

[@andymckane7271]

Most helpful video! Thank you both very much!!

[@arttaylor1509]

Maybe we'll see you somewhere in January. Don't think we would be making the same runs cause we do it different.

[@mhaskinsin]

My pro rock 44 and 60 have been on order for a few weeks already.

[@porkrindrob]

great video, appreciate the schooling!

[@silentjde]

You should go to Cerro Gordo if you are going to Death Valley and check out that ghost town living guy.

[@johnbarrios1598]

Great knowledge to listen to.

[@a_brit_in_tx9603]

When I change my Spotify play list

[@MegaSendit]

Great video brad thanks for sharing that !!

[@kbalcerzak]

Great video.... alot of knowledge. Jim@Dynatrac why dont you make a 44 rear axles?

[@FRWD_FXLRST]

Exactly.

[@waijhou9529]

Great video - GREAT INFORMATION !!!

[@MikeMartin-fj6vs]

Very informative, Thank you

[@bruceklassen8261]

Great learning thanks

[@ralphguillen20]

This was very helpful, thank you ✌🏽prorock 44 has been on my list. My Yukon chromoly axle shafts, evo cgussets, 4:88 revolution gears and ARB air lockers have been holding up on my little Dana30 on 37s but I’m aware, it’s not if, it’s when 😕 @lockandcrawl

[@jordantrujillo293]

Haha damn that’s brave, I’m debating if I want to do that in the mean time while I build my one ton axles 🤣

[@brainyhead1]

Love this episode!

[@brianfrazier9571]

Brad, I've gleaned a ton of useful information from this video. Are you running the front factory locker and axles in the ProRock 44, or did you upgrade to a new locker and 35 spline axles?

[@BorisW150]

Upgrade your axles when they become axels!

[@bootmender]

Very informative video 👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️👏👏👏🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🤗

[@simolind]

👍

[@dannybowen3550]

What front end would you run the hemi

[@traviseggl3794]

So, why can't they use a high pinion ring gear in the back with the pinion on the opposite side of the ring gear so it is pushing on the strong side?

[@LiveByItHD]

What about the all the time drive on the 392?

[@jk_wrangler13]

Great info

[@corksauve4949]

Question, how did you mount your rear falcon shocks? Normally there mounted on the inside of the bracket with a spacer placed. I ask because we have the same setup.

[@ej9147]

Great video as usual, Brad. Well done! ps, check your PO box, ;)

[@gen2-x364]

Nice video.

[@sspence65]

I have a Willys Diesel Gladiator, no lockers. Putting an Alu-cab canopy camper on the back. Want to upgrade from the 32's to 37 with a Terraflex 2.5" full kit. I want lockers, and proper gearing for the 37" tires. The diesel has gobs of torque, but want that automatic to shift at the right points. Overlanding, not crawling. Advice?

[@landon94]

Hey brad, I’ve looked for the answer to this question on a lot of forums and can’t seem to find a straight answer so I was hoping you’d know. It’s my understanding that when adding the eco diesel to any trim it automatically upgrades to the Dana 44s. My question is are the dana 44s that are added with diesel option the same width as the dana 44s on a regular rubicon?

[@WheelinMatt]

Yes they are

[@CJLane-62]

I would love to upgrade to some Dynatrac's,but way too expensive, called then wanting a price on a set of 44's for my 2.0L TJ,and they wouldn't sell me 2 44's/front and rear! Kept quoting me for pro rock 60 and pro rock 44,$14,000.00-16,000!

[@jordantrujillo293]

I agree, but for your TJ I would look at doing a 44 front and a Ford 8.8 rear or find someone with 44s from a JK or JL. Because that is my plan on my XJ. I have D30 and C8.25 factory.

[@jakeweber9787]

Pay to play

[@CJLane-62]

@@jakeweber9787 not so much play,but pulling my home offroad!

[@jerrymestas1231]

I have an old rust bucket 91 YJ Wrangler 4.0 Runs great, my axles are stuck, I have 33's on it now. What is the next step of size wise that you can recommend.

[@jeepcrux3497]

If you guys enjoyed this interview, check out literally every other off-road channel that spend 20 grand on axles. He is great but man I would love to find and off-road channel that films trails. Anyone know of a good one?

[@Sniperssx]

I use UD44 do you thing enghou

[@andrewdecavia7553]

Moved to Georgetown 2 years ago. Now looking at a JKUR, likely doing Teraflex CT3, HD tie rods & track bar on 35”s. Aside from a skid or diff cover is it worth swapping to chrome moly axle shafts or upgrading the JKUR axles to hit the Rubicon?

[@edwardodejesus967]

Traded my renegade in for a 2018 Wrangler sport JL, it doesn't have the fancy disconnect but everyone knows that 😅 but could I get it installed right? 🤔