Clearance and Design Specifications

Front and Rear Differential Specifications

Front Differential Specifications

Carrier Type, Integral

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash are adjusted with shims.
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash 0.005-0.010 in.lb

Differential Bearing Preload is adjusted with shims
New Bearing Slip Fit
Used Bearing Slip Fit

Front Axle Models 30/44 Specifications:

The turning angle stopscrews are located at the rear of the steering knuckle just above the axle centerline. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows.

Turning Angle Specifications: On CJ-5 models, set turning angle at 29 degrees. On CJ-7 and Scrambler, set turning angle at 32 degrees. Cherokee, Wagoneer and Truck models, set the turning angle at 36 to 37 degrees.

Pinion Variance Chart:

Differential Shim Locations:

The standard for axle Models 30, 44, and 60 are as follows:

^ Model 30 - 2.250 (5.71 cm)

^ Model 44 - 2.625 (6.66 cm)

^ Model 60 - 3.125 (7.93 em)

Differential Models 30, 44, 60 And AMC Jeep Axle Specifications:

Rear Differential Specifications

Carrier Type, Integral

Rear Axle Specifications:

Service Set-To Torques should be used when assembling components. Service In-Use Recheck Torques should be used for checking a pre-tightened item.

CJ and Scrambler models are equipped with the AMC/Jeep semi-floating rear axle with tapered axle shafts. This axle has an 8-7/8 inch (23 cm) diameter ring gear.

Cherokee, Wagoneer, and J-1O Truck models use an AMC/Jeep semi-floating rear axle which has flanged axle shafts. This axle has an 8-7/8 (23 cm) diameter ring gear. J-20 Truck models use the Model 60 full-floating rear axle.

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash are adjusted with shims.
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash 0.005-0.009 in.lb

Differential Bearing Preload is adjusted with shims
New Bearing Slip Fit
Used Bearing Slip Fit