has anyone ditched....

[sean]

the front diff and parts? i was wondering if it would be worth it to lose the weight and rolling resistance to pick up some speed and handling in the desert.

[Freeezen]

I'm no expert, but I think it would be more trouble than its worth unless you are doing a complete swap to a motorcycle motor. You may lose some weight, but still be limited to about 50mph unless you have already done the aftermarket cdi (2008) or msd ignition (2009).

[sean]

ya thanks but im hitting the top of the 60's now on hard flat. i was noticing it has a trend of nose down when landing so i need to shift weight rearward. figured if i lose the weight it would be even better

[mmark5193]

thought of this myself, haven't tried it yet though. my luck, the first time out, i would need it! i very rarely use 4wd in the dunes! how much does the front diff weigh? remember axles and driveline, cv's too! might make a difference?

[sean]

im not a big dune guy but have used 4x a few times. the diff is a solid 25lbs and shafts are at least 5lbs each then the drive shaft is another 2-3lbs so its a big savings and would move the cg back quite a bit.

[BRM]

Something more to sell later at the swap meet... Thanks for Gauge works great...

[sean]

thanks for the money it covered my bar tab that night