Trashed my 44

[Johnny4X4]

So I was cruising around today, and i heard a loud bang taking off at a light, and no movement.

didnt have time to open up the rear D44 yet, but i am thinking that the Ring gear broke and punched a hole thru the bottom of the pumpkin. (oil is leaking out the crack)

has anyone ever welded up a Pumpkin before?

what do you think about adding a 1/4" steel strap to the bottom of it, or should i just get a new axle housing and transfer over the detroit locker with a new set of gears?

anyone have a D44 with and ARB and 4:88's they want to get rid of for a TJ?

D-60??


thanks all

 

[jsudar]

I wouldn't weld up a housing like that. It's time to find a new axle housing. You might as well put one in that won't break.