I am currently still running stock 3.21 gears on my 2008 jku. I was just looking for some advice and some pricing on regearing. I am on 35s and it feels like I am towing a boat all of the time. Any input is welcome. Thanks guys
5.38 I'd imaging would be a good choice I think people usually pay about 1200 all said and done, don't quote me on that last part
. As for cost, unless you are lucky and live near a place like Northridge and depending on what part of the country you are, expect to pay $500 an axle for labor. In MA where I am, it's even higher than that at most places. Some states might be less than that though.
Lol Nooooooooo 5.38 is waaayyyyy to deep unless your going to run 40's. Even then you would most likely need new axles to be able to hold that big of a gear. The op would need to run 4.88 to bring him back to stock. 5.13 if he plans on doing 37's in the future.
Standard or auto transmission? I noticed a big improvement in power when I moved from 4.10 to 5.13 on 35s with my 07 auto. 5.38 would leave you're ring gear very prone to failure and is not recommended
Yeah...4.88 or 5.13 would be about right. As for cost, unless you are lucky and live near a place like Northridge and depending on what part of the country you are, expect to pay $500 an axle for labor. In MA where I am, it's even higher than that at most places. Some states might be less than that though.
Gears and install kits aren't bad if you call a sponsor on here. NR has great package specials.
And a sponsor? I am interested in what that is. I am just trying to get the best bang for my buck but not cheap out and end up in a bigger mess than I was before. Thanks guys
Here's the best bang for your buck if you plan on having it done at somewhere other than evo or trail jeeps
http://www.northridge4x4.com/drivet...-30-44-gear-package-and-master-overhaul-kits?
Most shop charge $400 to $600 per axle for labor. Plan on vehicle being down at least a full day, maybe 2 days, just depending on shop load.
Did you ever get any numbers locally?
I know of an offroad shop in Bristol that does regear but haven't gotten a price yet.
I talked to a couple performance shops in Johnson City and got labor costs which seemed high for the area, one was around 800 to 1100/axle. I reiterated that I would bring the gears thinking he misheard but that wasn't the case. :doh:
I am not sure what your mechanical abilities are, but if you are mechanically inclined re-gearing is not that big of a job. There is plenty of information out there on how to do it, if done correctly it can be done in a weekend easy (that includes beer breaks). I re-geared my last YJ to 4.56 in a weekend for 450$ in gears. Just a thought, if you have the time, place, and aptitude.