When did Ford start using the Dana 44 axles?
When did Ford start using the Dana 44 axles?
The reverse cut high pinion Dana 44 was used in 1/2 ton Ford trucks from 1966-1979 and full size Ford Bronco’s in 1978-1979. Many Ranger enthusiasts choose the late 70’s Dana 44’s because there’s still around in F-150’s and Full Size Broncos. These axles are stronger than the early Bronco and Wagoneer axles with the driver side differentials.
What makes a Dana 44 front crate axle better?
While it’s not easy to improve upon the best, Dana 44™ axles are now even better! Thicker wall tubing increases axle strength and raises the gross axle weight rating.
Where is the axle number on a Dana truck?
The axle model number is cast in to the housing (30, 44, 60) either on the right (facing the axle cover) lower web at the point where the axle tube is pressed in to the center section or in the nose of the housing near the pinion yoke. Each axle has a B.O.M (Bill of Materials) number stamped onto it on the left or right axle tube.
How is the Dana 44 TTB attached to the frame?
The inboard ends of the beams are attached to a frame-mounted crossmember by a bushing, while the outboard ends support the steering knuckles and are attached to the frame through the springs and radius arms. The Dana 44 TTB (Twin Traction Beam) was used in the front of Ford F-150’s and Ford Bronco’s from 1980-1996.
The reverse cut high pinion Dana 44 was used in 1/2 ton Ford trucks from 1966-1979 and full size Ford Bronco’s in 1978-1979. Many Ranger enthusiasts choose the late 70’s Dana 44’s because there’s still around in F-150’s and Full Size Broncos. These axles are stronger than the early Bronco and Wagoneer axles with the driver side differentials.
The axle model number is cast in to the housing (30, 44, 60) either on the right (facing the axle cover) lower web at the point where the axle tube is pressed in to the center section or in the nose of the housing near the pinion yoke. Each axle has a B.O.M (Bill of Materials) number stamped onto it on the left or right axle tube.
When did the reverse cut Dana 44 come out?
Some believe that the Ford high pinion reverse cut Dana 44 didn’t become available until after 1977. This misconception is probably because a high pinion Dana 44 wasn’t offered in the F-250 until 1977. The reverse cut high pinion Dana 44 was used in 1/2 ton Ford trucks from 1966-1979 and full size Ford Bronco’s in 1978-1979.
The inboard ends of the beams are attached to a frame-mounted crossmember by a bushing, while the outboard ends support the steering knuckles and are attached to the frame through the springs and radius arms. The Dana 44 TTB (Twin Traction Beam) was used in the front of Ford F-150’s and Ford Bronco’s from 1980-1996.
