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07 Nov 2013 21:58 #89891 by Obarno
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The Jeep Cherokee XJ that uses the VM 2.5 engine has an AX 15 5 speed gearbox. The ratios are 3.83, 2.33, 1.44, 1.0 and .79. The gearbox is 24 inches long. The 2.5 VM engine is completely different from the later model 2.8.
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07 Nov 2013 22:13 #89895 by adamjimny
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That's worth considering for the gearbox Gary that's for sure although is there such thing as too low as my gearing is low as is haha

Top man obarno that's the details I need....now to crack out the calculator haha

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07 Nov 2013 22:15 #89898 by adamjimny
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As for jeep axles I think that's what I'll use as I already have everything needed and they're strong and gearing is the same as my joint too.

Just to find some 16" steels which should be easy

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07 Nov 2013 22:31 #89901 by supergaz
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I think with the massive torque of the 2.5 VM Derv and your 5.1 Transferbox it should be good, even so that you might need to upgrade to a Yota transferbox, maybe a word with Rockwatt is worthwile?.

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07 Nov 2013 22:35 #89903 by Obarno
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No probs adamjimny, I am in the process of collecting all the bits to change my TJ Wrangler from auto to manual. You can guess which manual box I am going to use!
The rear axle on the XJ is not the strongest - it's a Dana 35 but probably strong enough for a Jimny. The front is a Dana 30 and plenty strong enough.
Good luck.
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07 Nov 2013 22:51 #89907 by Obarno
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If you decide to use a Toyota transfer box you could consider using the gearbox and transfer box from a Toyota Forrunner as it uses an Ax15 manual box. However you would need to use the primary shaft and bell housing from the VM box so that it would bolt to the VM engine. Not sure if that really helps you! But food for thought!
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