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It may not NEED the extension opposite of the mounting ear, but I still think it offers better support and more even distribution of the load on the pinion output. JMO.

I understand what you are saying, but the only way to fasten it down to the crossmember on the opposite side is to bolt it down. The only way to do so is by disassembling you suspension on the passanger side to lower the A arm so that you can drill a hole. This is a lot of extra work that is not needed as the collar works fine bolted to the factory mount on the crossmeber. Like I said this has been tested for over a year with no poroblems. I'm sure you know the old saying don't fix it if it ain't broke!

It may not NEED the extension opposite of the mounting ear, but I still think it offers better support and more even distribution of the load on the pinion output. JMO.

if u look at the SIDETRACK thread on zukikrawlers he actually has a mount for his third in the front that bolts on both side of the third member. so... he had that on his kick,not to sure if he still does. but if he has had that and tried this he has tested all the solutions. 

sorry.i shoulda re read that before posting. if i am correct he has had one that bolts onto both sides of the third on the crossmember. this "pinion collar" looks plenty strong enough to me. i broke my ear of the third yesterday. i would be very interested in buying one from u MUD CHILD but the only problem is i did a diff drop/crossmember drop. so this wouldn't fit in there things are pretty tight. im gunna look at doing something like this but have the bolt that tightens the collar down on the top of the diff. hope this makes sence lol. thanks

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Just an FYI I am running one of Mud Child's collars on my sidekick had it on there for about a week so far, so testing has not been thorough but I have defiantly put it through its paces.

I do think something like this would offer more support but I have had no issues so far.


I am running this with a Diff Drop from Zukination I had to grind the mount down a bit (nothing serious) just cut off the edged lip  on the bushing plate that bolts to the cross member.  Quality part IMO.  I will try to get some pictures.  

Good to hear you got it on already, I didn't know you had diff drop brackets on yous, defiantly get some pictures if you get a chance. I would like to see how it fits with them on.

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Here is a picture with the collar powder coated, this is how they come.

Very nice product MudChild. I believe you run a locker in your trackick? (what tire size and tcase gears) And you must have good experience with this mount?

I have had very little luck with the front axle.....this was one option, that I probably would have tried before I built a steel axle..... Maybe I'll buy one for my second tracker to beat on. I'm glad it "available" and I wouldn't have to fab it that is nice for me atm....


I have seen this idea before and they mentioned putting some "rubber" between the metals? Do you do this or just go steel on aluminum and crank it tight?



btw the previous time I saw this was on Izook..... http://www2.izook.com/?page_id=308

The article is from years ago, but it looks like they recently updated the page...which I'm glad that a lot of the good articles are still around.

Thanks, The first one we built was close to two years ago for my buddies rig on 31's. It has been trouble free ever since. I have sold 10-12 of these now and everyone has been happy with then.

They work, I've been testing mine for 3+ years with a front air locker and 32's. I've finally worn out the cv and diff seal, but no breakage to the aluminum parts. I would have bought one of these for sure if they were available then. It's much nicer than the one I built.

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