What year did Dodge stop using Dana axles?

Dodge stopped using Dana axles in their trucks in 2002. Prior to that, Dodge used Dana 60 rear axles in most Ram 2500 trucks with gasoline V6 or V8 engines from 1994 to 2002. However, there were exceptions, such as the 1994-1998 Light-duty Ram 2500 trucks, which used Chrysler 9-1/4″ semi-float rear axles. The Dana 60 rear axles used in the 1994-2002 Ram trucks had unique axle shafts and most differential parts, but they shared the same wheel bearings, hubs, and brakes as the Dana 70 and Dana 80 single rear wheel axles used with Diesel and Ram 3500 models.
It’s worth noting that the third-generation Dodge Rams, which came after 2002, dropped the Dana 60 axles in favor of AAM (American Axle & Manufacturing) axles.
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Does Dodge use Dana axles?

The Dana/Spicer Model 60 is an automotive axle manufactured by Dana Holding Corporation and used in OEM pickup and limited passenger car applications by Chevrolet, Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep, Ford and Land Rover.

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 Dodge trucks have Dana 60 axles?

For the 1994-2002 model years, Dodge only used Dana 60 full-floating rear axles in most Ram 2500 trucks with gasoline V6 or V8 engines. The exception is 1994-1998 Light-duty Ram 2500 trucks which used Chrysler 9-1/4″ semi-float rear axles.

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 do I identify my Dodge differential?

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.

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 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.

What trucks came 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.

When did Dodge start using AAM axles?

The American Axle Manufacturing (AAM) 1150 11.5″ Ring Gear 14 Bolt Rear Axle with leaf spring suspension was introduced for the 2003 model year on heavy-duty Diesel Dodge Ram 2500 and Dodge Ram 3500 trucks and high Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) gas engine models.

What is the difference between a Dodge Dana 70 and 80?

A Dana 80 has a ring gear diameter of 11.25 inches, the Dana 70 measures 10.50, and the 14-bolt measures 10.25. Why is ring gear diameter important? The larger the ring gear, the greater the contact area or engagement between the ring and the pinion and therefore the greater the torque capacity of the axle.