The Dana 35 was used in the rear of many non-Rubicon 07-11 Jeep JKs and 97-06 Jeep TJs, many 84-01 Jeep XJ Cherokees, all 87-96 Jeep YJs, and many 93-98 ZJ Grand Cherokees. It is easiest to identify by it's 10-bolt differential cover that is close to round. Most of the diff covers also use a rubber fill plug rather than a conventional pipe plug.

Note that the Dana 35 has a carrier split between 3.31 and 3.54. When changing from a higher (numerically lower) gear ratio to a lower (numerically higher) gear ratio, you will need a low ratio carrier. For example, if you currently have a Dana 35 with 3:31 or higher (3.07, 2.73, etc) gears and are swapping to a lower (3.55, 4.10. 4.56, etc) ratio, you will need a low ratio carrier. Low Ratio Carriers are available in our Low Ratio Carrier section.

Motive Gear Performance Series Ring & Pinion sets are constructed of quality 8620 steel that is precision CNC-machined throughout and subjected to a computer-controlled heat treatment process. They are also double lapped, have index tooth spacing and central contact patterning. This High Performance Series comes in a huge range of ratios. These gears are used in stock car racing, drag racing, the toughest off road racing, sports cars, muscle cars, trucks and everyday automobiles when the driver demands the highest quality and performance.

NOTE: DANA 35 Axles with a 3:07 Gear Ratio will require the Dana 35 Low Ratio Carrier # 44590 when upgrading to the 4:11, 4:56, or 4:88 Ratio. (On 1992 and earlier Dana 35 axles you will also need to purchase a Genuine Spicer Spider Gear Overhaul Kit Part# 10020717 when purchasing a the Dana 35 Low Ratio Carrier.  

A popular upgrade when a low ratio carrier is required would be the Powertrax Grip Pro Limited Slip Traction System - Dana 35 - 3.54&UP Part# GT443527. When purchasing this LSD Carrier you will not need to purchase a Carrier or Spider Gears.