M.O.R.E. Ford 8.8 / Dana 60 Axle Swap Kit - Jeep Wrangler TJ 1997-2006, LJ 2004-2006
Warranty Information
Vendor warranty summary
M.O.R.E. Warranty
At a glance: RockProof Lifetime Warranty for the original buyer while they own the vehicle; finish, rubber and urethane are wear items
This is M.O.R.E.'s warranty, not an NVMOS policy. We've summarized it in plain English to save you a search. The manufacturer's official terms always govern and can change without notice. Last reviewed on nvmos.com: October 15, 2026.
Coverage by product
| Product or component | Coverage |
|---|---|
| M.O.R.E. products bought from an authorized M.O.R.E. dealer (bumpers, skid plates, mounts, brackets, steering and suspension parts) | Lifetime, while the original buyer owns the vehicle |
| Powder coat and other finishes | Wear item, not covered by RockProof |
| Rubber and urethane (bushings, body mounts, pucks) | Wear item, not covered by RockProof |
What's covered
- A M.O.R.E. product that fails, for the original retail buyer, for as long as they own the vehicle
- Repair or replacement of the defective part, at M.O.R.E.'s choice
- Products bought from an authorized M.O.R.E. dealer or distributor
What's not covered
- Finishes (powder coat and others), rubber and urethane, which M.O.R.E. treats as wear items
- Parts that were altered or modified, or installed on a vehicle M.O.R.E. doesn't list
- Damage from improper installation, fire or accident
- Installation, removal and reinstallation costs, shipping, and consequential or incidental damages
How to make a M.O.R.E. warranty claim
- Get a Return Goods Authorization (RGA) number first; M.O.R.E. won't accept a warranty return without one
- Have a copy of your original receipt showing where you bought it, the date and the price paid
- Ship the part back freight prepaid and insured, following the instructions from the dealer you bought it from
M.O.R.E. contact: Mountain Off-Road Enterprises, 685 Highway 92, Delta, CO 81416 · Email: info@mountainoffroad.com · Monday–Friday 8:00–5:00 MT · Contact page
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Disclaimer: The information on this page describes M.O.R.E.'s (Mountain Off-Road Enterprises) own warranty policy. It is not a warranty offered by NVMOS (No Visible Means of Support LLC). Manufacturers update their terms at any time; we review these pages periodically, but the manufacturer's current official policy is the one that applies to your claim. Source: M.O.R.E. official warranty and return policy. Last updated on nvmos.com: October 15, 2026. See our return policy for NVMOS's own terms.
About the brand
M.O.R.E. (Mountain Off-Road Enterprises)
M.O.R.E. (Mountain Off-Road Enterprises) has been building Jeep parts in Colorado since 1978. NVMOS carries its Rock Proof bumpers, steel and aluminum skid plates, Bomb Proof motor mounts, Hide-A-Steps and leaf spring suspension parts for Jeep Wrangler, CJ, Gladiator and Cherokee, plus Toyota 4Runner, Tacoma, Tundra, Sequoia and Ford Bronco.
Based in: Delta, Colorado · Made in: USA · Since: 1978 · Lead time: Rock Proof bumpers built to order, 6–8 weeks
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The factory Dana 35 rear axle in a Wrangler TJ is the weak link once you add tire size and start leaning on it. A Ford 8.8 from a 1995 or newer Ford Explorer is a well-known upgrade, and this M.O.R.E. kit gives you the weld-on hardware to put one under your Jeep. M.O.R.E. lists it for Dana 60 swaps too.
What the Explorer 8.8 brings, per M.O.R.E.: the same lug bolt pattern as your Jeep, disc brakes on 1995 and newer units, 31 spline shafts, an 8.8" ring gear versus the Dana 35's 7.5", 3-1/4" tubes and a factory Trac-Lok differential. M.O.R.E. rates it as 120% stronger than the D35 while adding only about 20 pounds.
In the box: new anti-wrap spring mounts and shock mounts, both weld-on, plus U-bolts and the matching U-bolt plates. You supply the axle: find a complete rear assembly from a 1995 or newer Explorer at a salvage yard, then torch off the Ford spring and sway bar mounts. Most Explorers came with 3.73 gears, so you may need to regear to match your front axle.
Know the trade-offs going in. The 8.8 comes in 5/8" narrower on each side than the D35, which is minor and works fine with wheels that have less backspacing than stock (spacers are another option). Your ABS has to be disconnected and will not work with this swap. Matching emergency brake cables are available separately from M.O.R.E.
This is a fabrication project: cutting, grinding and structural welding on the axle housing. Set pinion angle at ride height and tack everything before final welds. M.O.R.E. has been building Jeep parts in Delta, Colorado since 1978, when Chris Overacker started the company in his home garage. Parts are designed in 3D CAD, cut on Mazak lasers and welded by certified welders, all in-house in the USA.
Questions on fitment? Call or text the NVMOS crew at (920) 249-7744 — real humans in Sheboygan, WI.
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Specifications
M.O.R.E. Ford 8.8 / Dana 60 Axle Swap Kit FAQs
Is the axle included?
No. You source a complete rear axle from a 1995 or newer Ford Explorer. The kit provides the mounting hardware.
Will my ABS still work?
No. ABS has to be disconnected and will not function with this swap.
Will my wheels fit?
The 8.8 uses the same lug pattern and is 5/8" per side narrower than the Dana 35. Wheels with less backspacing than stock work well; spacers are another option.
Do I need to regear?
Maybe. Most Explorers came with 3.73 gears, so match the rear ratio to your front axle before you install.
What does the warranty cover?
M.O.R.E. backs it with the RockProof Lifetime Warranty for the original retail buyer for as long as they own the vehicle, covering product failure. Finish, rubber and urethane are wear items and not covered, nor are altered parts, wrong-vehicle installs, improper installation, fire or accident. Install labor and shipping are excluded.
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