Dodge Trucks with Dana 60 Axles
Dodge trucks used Dana 60 axles up to 2002. The 3rd Generation Dodge Rams dropped the Dana 60 in favor of AAM (American Axle & Manufacturing) axles.
In summary, Dodge trucks used Dana 60 axles up to 2002.
Contents
- What year did Dodge stop using Dana axles?
- How do I know what differential my Dodge has?
- What is the difference between a Dodge Dana 44 and Dana 60?
- What years did Dodge use Dana 60?
- How do you tell if your axle is a Dana 60?
- What vehicles came stock with a Dana 60?
- Is Dana 60 high pinion?
- How do I identify my Dodge Dana 60?
- What trucks used a Dana 60 front axle?
- What trucks come with Dana 60?
What year did Dodge stop using Dana axles?
Class 3 trucks have been common users of the Dana 80 since it was first manufactured in 1988. Dodge used the axle selectively in class 2 trucks from 1994-2002. Ford has made use of the axle in class 4 trucks until 2005 when the Dana S 110 was phased in.
How do I know what differential my Dodge has?
If the ID tag or stamp is missing or unreadable, differentials can be identified by the number of cover bolts, the distinctive shape of the cover, the number of ring gear bolts, and ring gear diameter. They can also be identified by whether the center section is an integral or dropout design.
What is the difference between a Dodge Dana 44 and Dana 60?
The Dana 44 axles use u-joints that measure 2.18 inches from snap ring to snap ring. The Dana 60 axle uses u-joints that measure three inches from snap ring to snap ring. The Dana 60 has a larger ring gear, larger axle tubes, larger axle shafts, and overall is much stronger.
What years did Dodge use Dana 60?
The Model 60 as used by Dodge from 1975 to 1993 has very durable greaseable king pins and disc brakes. The wheel bearings are serviceable and the dead-spindle configuration allows the use of lockout hubs.
How do you tell if your axle is 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.
What vehicles came stock with a Dana 60?
The Dana 60, a heavier-duty axle than the Dana 44, was first used in the 1950s. It was the axle of choice under countless Dodge, Ford, GM, Studebaker, IH and Jeep 3/4-ton and 1-ton fullsize trucks, as well as Ramchargers and Trail Dusters with the 440ci V-8, and some heavy-duty 1/2-ton Ford and IH trucks.
Is Dana 60 high pinion?
Most older Dana 60 front axles are low-pinion. Modern high-pinion 60 gearsets are 20 to 30 percent stronger than low-pinion gearsets when used in a front axle.
How do I identify my Dodge 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.
What trucks used a Dana 60 front axle?
- 1964–1977 Chevrolet and GMC 3/4-ton pickups.
- 1975–1987 Chevrolet and GMC 1-ton pickups and Suburbans.
- 1979–2012 Chevrolet and GMC 1-ton vans.
- 2002–2005 Chevrolet and GMC 1/2 + 3/4 Ton pickups and Suburbans with Quadrasteer.
What trucks come with Dana 60?
Chevrolet
- 1964-1977 Chevrolet and GMC 3/4-ton pickups.
- 1975-1987 Chevrolet and GMC 1-ton pickups and Suburbans.
- 1979-1991 Chevrolet and GMC 1-ton vans.
- 2001-2010 Chevrolet and GMC 1-ton vans (Uncommon)
