Overview
The G2 Axle and Gear 35-2053 is a master ring and pinion installation kit for the rear Dana 44 on non-Rubicon Jeep Wrangler JK models. It is for the rear axle only and for the non-Rubicon JK, which is named by its chassis code and covers 2007 through 2018 Wrangler JK years.
A master kit is the full set for a ring and pinion job that includes bearings. This one adds Timken inner and outer pinion bearings with their races, and carrier bearings with races, to the usual pinion nut, pinion seal, crush sleeve, shims, ring gear bolts, thread locking compound, gear marking compound and silicone sealer.
Key features
- Master kit with bearings for a full ring and pinion change
- Timken inner and outer pinion bearings with races
- Carrier bearings and races
- Crush sleeve, pinion nut and pinion seal
- Pinion and carrier shims, plus new ring gear bolts
Before a Dana 44 rebuild
Dana 44 rear rebuilds reward patience. The housing should be cleaned and checked for cracks, and the pinion bore should be inspected for wear before any new gears go in. Old carrier bearing races that are pitted or discolored need replacing, even if the bearings themselves look acceptable at a glance.
On a non-Rubicon Wrangler, most owners are focused on daily driving and light trail use, so the setup should suit how the truck is actually driven. Gear wear often shows as whine on acceleration or coast. Once the job is finished, check the fluid level after the first few drives and watch for leaks at the pinion seal.
- Replace the pinion seal and check the axle seals
- Clean the differential cover and check the gasket surface
- Use the gear marking pattern to confirm contact before final assembly
Specifications
| Brand | G2 Axle and Gear |
|---|---|
| Part number | 35-2053 |
| UPC | 631410096026 |
| Axle location | Rear |
| Axle type | Dana 44 JK |
| Kit type | Master kit with bearings |
| Application | Non-Rubicon Jeep JK |
| Bearings | Timken pinion inner and outer, carrier bearings and races |
Vehicle fitment
Based on the product title and description, this kit is for the rear Dana 44 on the non-Rubicon Jeep Wrangler (JK), which covers 2007 through 2018. The JK is named by its chassis code, and no other vehicle is named.
The Rubicon rear uses a separate master kit, 35-2052. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
Because this is a full master kit, the bearings are replaced along with the ring and pinion. Gear set setup depends on shim thickness and tooth contact, so use the gear marking compound to check the pattern. Many people have ring and pinion work set up by a professional.
What’s included
Pinion nut, pinion seal, Timken outer and inner pinion bearings with races, crush sleeve, pinion shims, carrier shims, carrier bearings and races, ring gear bolts, thread locking compound, gear marking compound and silicone sealer.
