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Clearance and Design Specifications

Front and Rear Differential Clearance and Design Specifications

Front Differential

Model 44





On Model 44 front axles, the axle code number is cast into the upper surface of the reinforcing rib at the left side of the axle housing.

Component Identification:





Axle Ratios And Code Letter Chart:





Specifications:





Pinion Variance Chart:






Rear Differential Specifications

Dana Model 60

Rear Axle Specifications:





Axle Ratio And Code Letter Chart:





On Dana model 60 rear axles, the axle ratio is stamped on an l.D. tag attached to the axle housing cover.

On the Model 60 rear axle, the model number is cast into a boss on the lower right side of the housing, adjacent to the housing cover.

Identification Stamp Location:




The axle build date (1) and manufacturer's part numbers (2) are stamped on the right-hand axle tube, adjacent to the cover.

Pinion Variance Chart:





Pinion Gear Shim Installation:





Pinion Variance Chart: