Dynatrac Trail Series:
* Complete axle, 4.56 gears, ARB, disc brakes, 35-spline: $3,940.00
* ARB compact compressor: $159.99*
Total: $4,099.99
Pros: Incredibly strong with 1.5-inch, 35-spline shafts, huge 93/4-inch ring gear, and precisely manufactured. Suspension brackets and mounts among the nicest available. Comes with disc brakes and dual 5x4.5- and 5x5.5-inch bolt pattern.
Cons: Somewhat overkill for the small 32-33-inch tires we have planned.
Currie High-Pinion 9-inch:
* Complete assembled unit with brackets, 4.56 gears, ARB, drum brakes: $3,470
* ARB compact compressor: $159.99*
Total: $3,629.99
Pros: Lightweight, 31-spline shafts good for 36-inch tires and decent horsepower. Strong tubes compared with D35 or D44, relatively high clearance, high pinion for no CV driveshaft.
Cons: Disc brakes option $230 more, pricey, ARB only selectable locker option.
Currie Enterprises Tera 50 High-Pinion:
* Complete assembly with TJ brackets, 4.56, ARB, drum brakes: $4,500
* ARB mini compressor: $159.99*Total: $4,659.99
Pros: Slick ramped housing, high-pinion, supposed improved oiling.
Cons: Extremely expensive centersection, still only 30-spline shafts for price of D60.
(Note: Prices marked with * are sourced through 4 Wheel Drive Hardware as of press time.)