Louie4's YJ by Louie4

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Here is the axle today. I also got my Ruff Stuff axle swap kit.

Bought Evaporust and started treating the rusty Bronco parts.

4-6-2019

I'm thinking about taking the axle housing as is and mocking it up under the Jeep to tack the perches.

Is there any reason I can't do this? It would make adjusting the axle and moving it a lot easier.

Also, here are some pics of the parts I put in evaporust. You can tell where some parts weren't submerged but it works well.

4-13-2019

Thanks for the info guys. It’s a great start for my research.

Some updates. I started checking my Ruff Stuff axle swap kit and noticed I only got one spring perch. I emailed Ruff Stuff and found the kit I bought was for a D44 with a cast in spring perch and larger u-bolt. It was in the kit description but I overlooked it. The funny thing is, the rear D44 swap kit has all the correct parts for my swap and is the same price. I called Ruff Stuff and they agreed to give me the perch and discounted the u-bolt and I just pay for shipping. $25 later I’m getting the right parts.

I also ordered new brake calipers and pads from RockAuto.

I think I’m done part collecting, now I need to get them in and assemble.

4-15-2019

Got some mail today...

Beef

Spindles fit

4-21-2019

I hope so. I have used it for my own reference to remember how long a unit bearing or a set of balljoints lasted. Hopefully, it's helped others.

I will try to start replacing the photos as I can. I just have to be careful. Years ago my better half accused me of spending more time on JF than with her. I will have to avoid that situation if possible...which isn't.

5-6-2019

Got this little doo-dad from my neighbors garbage pile at the end of his driveway.

5-14-2019

I found it!

5-19-2019

Well, the wife went out with friends and I put my daughter to bed. So...

Now I need to prep this...

5-21-2019

5-30-2019

More welding.

6-12-2019

Update. I got seatbelts in the rear with a seat for my daughter. Went to pick her up from school and the fuel pump goes.

Flat towed it home later.

Then I tested out my free Jerry can to siphon our 19 gallons of gas.