Moots1288 wrote:I had no issue with my abs.
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That's right.
Momentary memory lapse. 2006+ have no abs issue because of the 4th abs, vs the 3ch on 2005- models. Wooops.
Moots1288 wrote:I had no issue with my abs.
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Moots1288 wrote:I had no issue with my abs.
The Roadie wrote:Research, plan your mods, fund the plan, then GO DO THEM. THEN WHEEL IT.
maricard wrote:what is a z71 front spring?
Shdwdrgn wrote:You're getting close... The front diff is compatible between all years and models. The 4.10 was a stock option, meaning that it will fit in any of the stock diffs. There are no sizes for the front diff.
The BACK end is where you want to get the 8.6", and this is the reason you want to just swap out the entire axle. The larger housing has more strength without losing clearance, and provides room for larger gears. This is also available with stock 4.10 gears. However the rear axle had changes between years... Since you have a 2006, you will need to get a 2006 or newer rear axle so that it has the required ABS sensors. Other than the year, it doesn't matter which model you pull from.
I can't give you an experienced opinion to help decide between 4.10s or 4.56s, but considering you won't be using this for full-time offroad use, and in fact will spend a lot of time on the highway, I would lean towards the 4.10s. With the stock front diff and the 8.6" rear axle, you will have room to install the 4.56's later on if your driving habits change.
v7guy wrote:I would go with 4.56s as well. I've driven 4.56s and 4.10s on 33s, I prefer the 4.56s and the hit in mpg isn't that much at all.
With 35s I'd def go with 4.56s, although it'll be more expensive, you'll be happier with the outcome.
Shdwdrgn covered all your other misconceptions. If you go 4.56s just get the cheapest 3.42 8.6 you can find. cause it's gonna need rebuilt anyways.