Dana 44

[Christian Llanes]

I'm looking for a Dana 44 rear axle assembly from a TJ in Florida. I found one but it looks like they just painted over rust. I can probably grind it out and use POR15 but assuming it's not bent is it a good purchase? https://tampa.craigslist.org/pnl/pts/d/tarpon-springs-2004-jeep-wrangler-rear/7329220367.html

 

[pagrey]

You would be rolling the dice on the condition of the gears and pretty much everything internal. If you are looking for one to replace a working Dana 35 I'd seriously consider saving up for a locker and super35 kit, better all around choice.

 

[Christian Llanes]

You would be rolling the dice on the condition of the gears and pretty much everything internal. If you are looking for one to replace a working Dana 35 I'd seriously consider saving up for a locker and super35 kit, better all around choice.

I currently have a new set of gears and overhaul kit for a Dana 44. I have 35s right now and I may go up to 37s in a few years so finding a clean Dana 44 that I can build up would be preferable.

 

[pagrey]

If you are going to build the axle you could probably find one that has busted gears for less. Depends on the local market but I can buy a 44 from a local yard today for less than that craigslist ad and I don't exactly live in an area where Jeep parts are cheap. Might check car-part.com.