73 Duster 8.25 Differential

[Hoophoop]

When the car is hoisted it is possible to pull the ring and pinion out without removing the gas tank right? It looks like it would be really tight......

 

[Hoophoop]

I meant to say 8 1/4,,,,,

 

[AJ/FormS]

If the jack point is under the body,so that the diff hangs suspended then yes it should come out. If not, a little prying should work. At worst,removing a rear shock or both will get it done.

 

[Hoophoop]

Thanks, I think I will just pull the whole rear end out and clean it up, go through the brakes, replace seals... I just know I have to go with a higher ratio numerically, it's geared way to high for my tastes. I'm not sure of the ratio now, but I would say it's in the 3:20's something... I havent checked, but I want to go for 3:90's or may even opt for 4:11's, it's just a cruiser, and not for any long hauls.

 

[RustyRatRod]

Who makes an 8.125?

 

[67Dart273]

OK, but what about your "8 1/8" rear axle? LOL

 

[leblanc]

That is probably an 8.25 with a scratch in front of the 2.

 

[1970Duster]

You can easily upgrade to rear disc brakes with the 8.25 rear. Just pull the setup for a jeep grand Cherokee.