OK, well this is very discouraging. I thought twice about buying a Jeep because I knew about the weak axles, like I said before I guess I under-estimated how bad they are. A lot of people make fun of Isuzu, but they are built strong so I never had to worry about it.
Christian,
Well, isn't that special! Isusu is the only manufacturer of "built strong" 4x4's!
Okay, your continuous whine about Jeeps is getting old with me! You want to blame Jeep for your purchase of a Wrangler fitted with a D35 . . . it's time you face the obvious . . . you can't continue blaming others for your own decisions! Face it, you made a purchase without doing the necessary research. What you wanted was a Jeep with a D44 rear axle, which is available. What you did was buy a Jeep with a notoriously weak rear axle . . . plus you made the purchase knowing this information! My God, man! You're an engineer! Get over it! <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/shame.gif" alt="" />
Least you forget, you had this notion that the D30 was not as stout/strong as the D35 axle . . . a common newbie misunderstanding. You've asked us to consider your previous wheeling experience, but it's wearing a little thin when you suggest lockers multiply driveshaft torque to the wheels! It's also difficult to take the time to attempt to help someone if all they do is sling garbage at your favorite 4x4! Most of the comments have been based on common knowledge and experience in the above posts . . . not "everyone is going to have a different opinion"!
Now, you will need to purchase a rear axle twice to have the axle you need to frequently four wheel with peace of mind. Or, you could sell the Wrangler! <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/kewl.gif" alt="" />
