Where can I find a Dana 60?

Where can I find a Dana 60?

Many Dana axles have the model ID cast into the fins or centersection. Look for a “44” or “60” cast into the reinforcement ribs. The number can usually be found on the lower right side rib below the differential cover, but it may also be found on other ribs or on top of the main cast structure.

How much torque can a Dana 60 handle?

Both versions have a torque output rating of 5,500 lb-ft. The Dana 60’s ring gear is 9.75 inches in diameter, and the available gear spread ranges from 3.31:1 to 7.17:1. There are both low- and high-pinion designs, and six- and eight-lug wheel bolt patterns.

How can you tell if a Dana 60 is a Dana?

The Dana 60 can be identified by the bill of material (BOM) numbers stamped on the axle housing. The date of production is the first set of numbers stamped to the right of the differential. The next set of numbers to the right contain the BOM information. At the bottom left of the differential is a tag that indicates the axle gear ratio.

What kind of axles does a Dodge Dana 60 have?

Dodge Dana 60 axles utilized locking hubs until 1994 when a Center Axle Disconnect (CAD) system was adopted. However, model year 2002 Rams phased out the CAD system leaving some 2002 Dana 60 axles permanently locked in. Ford versions are driver’s side differential drop, reverse-cut gears, and kingpin knuckles up to 1991.

Where do I find the Dana 60 Bom number?

To find the complete build details of any Dana 60 axle, locate the BOM number stamped into the long axle tube and then find that code in the table below. Then, to find parts compatible with that axle, click on the link in the right column that will take you to the corresponding AxleBuilder.compage. NEW!

When did Chrysler start using the Dana 60?

The Dana 60 was used by all American automobile manufacturers at some time. Chrysler was the only U.S. automobile manufacturer to use a Dana 60 in passenger cars using them in muscle cars in the late 1960s and early 1970s.

When did Dodge stop using the Dana 60 front axle?

GM began phasing it out in 1988 in favor of Independent suspension, while still offering it in some higher GVWR trucks (V-30) until 1991. Dodge used a Dana 60 up to 2002. 3rd Generation Dodge Rams dropped the Dana 60 in favor of AAM (American Axle & Manufacturing) axles. Ford still uses the Dana 60 front axle.

How can I tell if my Dana 60 is a Dana 70?

If you pull an axle shaft out of your Dana and it has 33 or 35 splines, then you probably have a Dana 70. NOTE: We say probably because it’s possible that your Dana 60 could have upgraded axle shafts installed by a prior owner with more than 30 splines. However, you can usually tell if the axle shaft is original or not.

What are the install kits for Dana 60?

DANA 60 MASTER INSTALL KITS, PINION INSTALL KITS, MINI INSTALL KITS, INDIVIDUAL BEARINGS, SHIMS, SEALS, PINION NUT AND OTHER SMALL PARTS. DANA 60 KNUCKLES AND HEAVY DUTY STEERING KITS.

What kind of material are Dana 60 axles made of?

Manufactured in both Kingpin and Ball joint variations, “standard” (low pinion) and “reverse cut” rotation (high pinion) variations and open and limited slip, and locking variations. The housing material is Gray iron in early axles and Ductile iron in later axles. GM and Ford Dana 60 axles utilize locking hubs.