Axle and gearing question

Discussion in 'Drivetrain Tech' started by 08 Ranger Sport 4X4, Sep 9, 2011.

  1. 08 Ranger Sport 4X4

    08 Ranger Sport 4X4 New Member

    I have been looking for a long time to upgrade my gears, but I don't know what spline I have. I have a 2008 Ranger Sport 4x4. I know I have 3.73 gears with an open 8.8, I just don't know where to start looking for new stuff. Any ideas? 28 spline or 31 I believe are the two options or I may be way off. I'm lost when it comes to this stuff.
     
    Last edited: Sep 9, 2011
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  3. OP
    08 Ranger Sport 4X4

    08 Ranger Sport 4X4 New Member

    Ok, so I've figured out that I have a 28 spline, since it's not a level II. Anyone on here have ideas on brands to look for and what type of gearing? I know I'm probably going 4.56 since I'm running 33's.
     
  4. rango88

    rango88 Chuck Norris Drove a Ram

    wish i could help but uh free bump
     
  5. Brinker88

    Brinker88 Black sheep o' the family

    Yukon seems to be the favorite. I really prefer Spicer since they're O.E. and reputable. G2 is also a good alternative. Make sure your install kits have Timken or Komo bearings/races ONLY.
     
  6. OP
    08 Ranger Sport 4X4

    08 Ranger Sport 4X4 New Member

    Thank you Brinker, I'll definately look into those suggestions. I just need to regear and be done with it.
     
  7. Hurley

    Hurley Superultramegalurker

    Ok first things first, trade grilles with me then do whatever brinker says
     
  8. OP
    08 Ranger Sport 4X4

    08 Ranger Sport 4X4 New Member

    @ Brinker: where would be the best place to start looking for this stuff? I have no clue what I am even looking for.

    @Hurley: I don't remember agreeing to trade grilles... I bought one a while back to change it, but I have really started to like it.
     
  9. Brinker88

    Brinker88 Black sheep o' the family

    Drivetrainwarehouse.com is where I'll be ordering my gears and stuff from. They're having a sale right now if you buy G2 gears and install kits....I think it's get 25% off.
     
  10. Hurley

    Hurley Superultramegalurker

    I was just kidding... unless you wanna. Your grille is awesome and hard to come by.
     

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