Best diff guards for D2

[SGaynor]

Did we lose the Tech Section in the Great Migration? I can't find it.

I recall there was a write up in there about how to do the sewer cap mod? Maybe a long ago thread?

 

[robertf]

Why do you all insist on calling it a sewer cap? Nowhere in the world do they use domed caps, and suppliers wont know what you’re talking about when you try to order one

 

[K-rover]

This is what Im trying next.

 

[jprover2]

This is what Im trying next.

I bought two like this from roverware for $80 plus shipping. I had to remove some material to access the fill plug. The front pinion is tucked up and pretty well protected, the front axle housing cover is really all that needs protecting unless you're strolling through rock gardens.

 

[DiscoPhoto]

Here are some picsView attachment 56662View attachment 56661

Thanks for the photos, I I just wanted to see how much would have to be ground down for the ring gear, that photo is helpful

 

[pdogg]

T44 = Tactical 4 x 4 .. Formerly tactical rovers

https://tactical4x4.com/

 

[Jeff Blake]

T44 = Tactical 4 x 4 .. Formerly tactical rovers

https://tactical4x4.com/

Cool, I ordered them yesterday. Had to cut up my rock sliders to fit 35's which will need to get rewelded, so I have enough work todo now to call in a welder

 

[logan_gibson]

Did we lose the Tech Section in the Great Migration? I can't find it.

I recall there was a write up in there about how to do the sewer cap mod? Maybe a long ago thread?

https://discoweb.org/oldsite/

 

[SGaynor]

https://discoweb.org/oldsite/

Thanks.

I did a search, but I forgot we lost pictures from the old site, so any threads about the sewer cap aren't real helpful..

 

[fishEH]

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Why do you all insist on calling it a sewer cap? Nowhere in the world do they use domed caps, and suppliers wont know what you’re talking about when you try to order one

It's actually called a Butt Weld Cap. I'm guessing someone got it from a sewer supply company and started calling it a sewer cap.

 

[roverover]

It's an 8" weldable cap available at most industrial pipe outlets

 

[fishEH]

Vs stock.

 

[DiscoPhoto]

I just went with new stainless bungs/plugs, they're pretty cheap - https://www.jegs.com/i/JEGS/555/162...ansactional&utm_content=Shipping+Confirmation

 

[fishEH]

I just went with new stainless bungs/plugs, they're pretty cheap - https://www.jegs.com/i/JEGS/555/162...ansactional&utm_content=Shipping+Confirmation

I didn't like the idea of having to carry a special hex socket just to remove the diff plug, so I reused the stock plug with a new bung. (Pic prior to welding everything up)

 

[DiscoPhoto]

Yeah, Im not excited that they decided to use something besides the 1/2" socket. I wasn't able to find an off the shelf one that did, but I also didn't look very long.

 

[kennith]

I didn't like the idea of having to carry a special hex socket just to remove the diff plug, so I reused the stock plug with a new bung. (Pic prior to welding everything up)

As long you're welding stuff on there, you could just use a plug or bolt that matches something else on the vehicle that you already carry.

Cheers,

Kennith

 

[DiscoPhoto]

As long you're welding stuff on there, you could just use a plug or bolt that matches something else on the vehicle that you already carry.

Cheers,

Kennith

The stock one uses the same 1/2" socket everyone has

 

[kennith]

The stock one uses the same 1/2" socket everyone has

It's nice to have an external option, though, if that square drive gets fucked up.

Cheers,

Kennith

 

[fishEH]

It's nice to have an external option, though, if that square drive gets fucked up.

Cheers,

Kennith

The square drive isn't going to get mucked up on the fill bung. The drain is the one that will get beat up due to its location, and that doesn't change with any of the diff guards.

 

[Jeff Blake]

Good mod, but I already put in the new ashcroft lockers and am not keen on taking them out again, haha. The tactical rovers should do the trick, hoping they protect the drain plug better than the Terrafirma's. If anyone is interested in my terrafirma guards, pm me. I'll include a super high-tech rattle dampener (piece of rubber sandwiched at the bottom)