Quote Originally Posted by Zundfolge View Post
I have a second front axle that came with the Jeep that is I believe a D30 (or maybe even a 44) off a later model CJ ... its also got calipers and rotors (but no pads). Often thought about just installing it so I'd have front disk brakes, this might be the opportunity to do just that.
Make sure the gear ratios match, new front and original rear, if they do, I wouldn't even bother with checking the broken one. Disc brakes alone are worth the swap.