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What Ford trucks have Dana 60 axles?

Ford trucks that have Dana 60 axles include the following:
– First-generation Dodge Cummins trucks with non-OD transmissions are equipped with 3.07:1 “Dana 61” front axles with unique differential housings and carriers with extra clearance for the very large pinion gear.
– Dodge used a Dana 60 axle up to 2002. Third-generation Dodge Rams dropped the Dana 60 in favor of AAM (American Axle & Manufacturing) axles.
– Ford still uses the Dana 60 front axle. It is 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 Dana Super 60 axle, which evolved from the 1978-1979 Dana 60 front axle, is used in Ford F-550 trucks.
Please note that this is not an exhaustive list, and there may be other Ford truck models that have Dana 60 axles as well.

Is a Ford Dana 60 the same as a Chevy Dana 60?

There are three major variations of the Dana 60 axle used in the 1960s, 70s, and 80s: Dana 60 axles on the GMC, Chevy, and Jeep are all basically the same. Dodge and Ford Dana 60 axles are different.

What trucks come with Dana 60 axles?

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.

What vehicles did Dana Super 60 come in?

Ford used Dana Super 60 Front Driving Axles in 2005-2016 F250, F350, F450, and F550 Super Duty 4×4 trucks.

What years did Ford use Dana 60?

The 1999-2004 Ford Super Duty leaf-sprung Dana 60 front axles have become the most affordable 60-series wrecking-yard axle to swap, but the coil-sprung ’05-up Ford Super Duty Dana 60 front axles are also an extremely viable option.

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 trucks came with Dana 70?

GM began making 4×4 Chevrolet Kodiaks and GMC Topkicks that utilize a Dana 70 front axle for the 2005-2009 models. These Dana 70 axles had open knuckles and ball joints. The Dana 70 axle only came with 5.13:1, 4.88,5.31gear ratios and had a GAWR of these axles were rated at 7-9klbs as seen on 5500 door stickers.

How much horsepower does a Dana 60 have?

600 horsepower
The Dana 60 can easily handle engine and transmission combinations producing up to 600 horsepower, and the Dana 60 is commonly accepted as the strongest passenger car axle you can find. The Dana 60 is also highly adaptable.

Does Ford use Dana 60?

Ford uses Dana Super 60 Front Driving Axles in 2005 and newer F250, F350, F450, and F550 Super Duty 4×4 trucks.

How do I identify my Ford Dana 60?

Dana 60 BOM Lookup
All Dana axles have a Bill of Materials (BOM) number stamped into the long axle tube that can be used to look up many of the axle’s important details including the gear ratio, ring gear rotation, differential type and spline count, as well as a complete list of replacement parts.

Which Ford axle do I have?

1. View the Safety Compliance Certification Label on the driver’s side, front or rear door panel. 2. Find the word “AXLE” under the bar code.

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