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  1. 9th October 2012, 09:52 AM #1
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    Defender Rear Axles

    Hello all,

    I just found out that both my rear axles are completely cactus. As I do a fair amount of towing and some 4WD'ing I want to upgrade. I was wondering what options are available for a Salisbury equipped defender? I have read a few threads recommending Maxi-Drive are there any other options I am missing?
    Also I am after recommendations on where to buy these from.

    Thanks in advance,
    Will
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  2. 9th October 2012, 09:55 AM #2
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    i can vouch for Hi-Tuff axles (maxi drive), mine have been in for at least five years with no wear.

    M R Automotive would mail them to you but i'm sure there would be somewhere in Sydney to pick them up.
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  3. 9th October 2012, 10:11 AM #3
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    I bought Hi Tough axles for my Sals via Graeme Cooper Automotive a few weeks ago.
    They reduced the slop in the drive train slightly though the original Sals axles are visually in near perfect condition.
    Other options are Roving Tracks but my front HD axles from him aren't so good. I think Ashcroft do some as well.
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  4. 9th October 2012, 12:07 PM #4
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    I have Ashcrofts from UK. Well made, fast delivery.Ashcroft Transmissions - Salisbury Late Halfshafts
    cheers
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  5. 9th October 2012, 12:48 PM #5
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    Hey Mate,

    Ive got Maxi Drive(Now Hi tuff engineering) rear axles in mine,Virtually unbreakable apparently!!

    I'd go either these or ashcroft.

    Cheers

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  6. 9th October 2012, 05:57 PM #6
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    X2 for Ashcroft.

    Excellent service and fast delivery to Aus.

    Had there shafts, drive flanges and CV's for last 2 years. Best product available bar none.

    Deal direct, split your order to keep it under $1000AUD's, save $$$$$
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  7. 9th October 2012, 06:18 PM #7
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    Here in Melbourne you can get Jack McNamara axles, I have their diff lock however I have the Maxi Drive now Hi Tuff axles.
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  8. 9th October 2012, 07:55 PM #8
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    Will,
    I have a set of Maxi Drive axles and flanges sitting in the shed. I don't think I'll be using these as the only Defender I have already has them fitted.
    PM me if you want part numbers etc.

    Cheers, Murray
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    '56 SI Ute Cab

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  9. 9th October 2012, 08:02 PM #9
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    Barry from Hi-Tough Eng. is a stand up guy and his axles are easily on par with Ashcroft. IMO the material he uses is better. Any of his Oz retailers will be willing to help. If your not sure who that would be, give Barry a call.

    Hi-Tough Engineering Pty Ltd - Engineers--General - Carrara, QLD - Yellow Pages®
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  10. 10th October 2012, 12:03 PM #10
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    Quote Originally Posted by Drover View Post
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    Best product available bar none.

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    Very good, yes, but best bar none ?

    Hy-Tuff by Hi-Tough for me too and it supports a local bloke
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