Something came across my Facebook marketplace feed the other day and been worming into my brain. I can't get it out, so I thought I'd see if anyone here has information. Gen 2 Dodge Rams used a Dana 44 front axle in the 1500 and gasser 2500. It's a driver drop, 4 link axle with CAD. Beyond that, I can't really find out any more information about it.
I'm curious about the tube diameter and wall, WMS to WMS distance, are the ball joints heavier, etc.
My thought is that it might be a decent way to get a real 44 under the front of a Wrangler (heavier tubes, bigger ball joints, knuckles, brakes) Plus, with the CAD and a cable actuation system (instead of the troublesome vacuum actuator) it's another alternative to a locking hub kit.
There is one for sale near me, almost cheap enough to buy "for science."
The thing that intrigues me is is that I should be able to run my factory locker in that axle and maybe gain some strength in the process.
I'm curious about the tube diameter and wall, WMS to WMS distance, are the ball joints heavier, etc.
My thought is that it might be a decent way to get a real 44 under the front of a Wrangler (heavier tubes, bigger ball joints, knuckles, brakes) Plus, with the CAD and a cable actuation system (instead of the troublesome vacuum actuator) it's another alternative to a locking hub kit.
There is one for sale near me, almost cheap enough to buy "for science."
The thing that intrigues me is is that I should be able to run my factory locker in that axle and maybe gain some strength in the process.