Dana 44 code 24
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Dana 44 code 24
Okay, so I havn't recieved anything on the axle code which I expected, It's a Dana 44 and that would be correct with the 24 on the tag? Anyways, is this a strong rear in this year or , would it handle 500 pounds of torque or so?
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The axle is 53 years old. You cannot expect it to hold up to that much torque as it was never designed to...to begin with.
1957/83 F100's came standard equipment with the Ford 9" rear axle, but: 1959/67, some 1968 F100's: When optional Limited Slip was ordered, FoMoCo installed Dana 44's.
btw: I decoded your VIN and Rating Plate codes. Your truck is a 1959 .. not a 1960.
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You want the axle to take 500 lb-ft of torque.
Well, a new 292 was rated for around 270 lb-ft, so in first gear on a 3 speed transmission that 292 and 3 speed could put more than 500 lb-ft to that axle. so I would say yes. Even with the 4 speed with what, about a 6.4 to 1 first gear, (about 1700 lb-ft) that axle would hold up.
But, for how long? Short bursts? Yes. For long periods? No.
Well, a new 292 was rated for around 270 lb-ft, so in first gear on a 3 speed transmission that 292 and 3 speed could put more than 500 lb-ft to that axle. so I would say yes. Even with the 4 speed with what, about a 6.4 to 1 first gear, (about 1700 lb-ft) that axle would hold up.
But, for how long? Short bursts? Yes. For long periods? No.
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Well, I understand these things. I was toying around with putting in a mild 460 that I have with 41,000 miles on it with the C-6 thats still on it. 500 pounds of torque was a safe limit. I have a 455 Olds that puts out 540.
Anyways, I found a 9" out of a driving 59 today (40 miles away!) with a 370 (tag was still on it) non posi gears, complete new brakes, no leaks for $100.00 today. The guy is going 4x4 and is putting newer everything on it. Needless to say, it is in my garage whether I use it or not. I am thinking that this would be a better rear behind the 460 should I decide to use it???
I don't do burnouts. Just 20-25 and like to hammer them once in awile from there. Saves tires.
Anyways, I found a 9" out of a driving 59 today (40 miles away!) with a 370 (tag was still on it) non posi gears, complete new brakes, no leaks for $100.00 today. The guy is going 4x4 and is putting newer everything on it. Needless to say, it is in my garage whether I use it or not. I am thinking that this would be a better rear behind the 460 should I decide to use it???
I don't do burnouts. Just 20-25 and like to hammer them once in awile from there. Saves tires.
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I must admitt I love the big engine dream. I have a 429 sitting upstairs in the barn that was intended to go in my '60. However, I really didn't want to take on that big of a change with it. I would have wanted to update the front end and the steering as well if I was going to be able to go fast with a Fridge. It would have taken away much of the charm that is a "Fridge"!
I just drove over to my Dad's a couple hours ago, have to go over a couple big hills and thru a small town of about 300 folks. I just tooled along at a top speed of 45 and had a blast. Lots of folks sitting out on the porch giving a wave kind of evening. Now, I realize you can still do that with a 460 under the hood, but it isn't needed to enjoy what you already have! You should certainly do as you like with your truck but I just wanted to point out how enjoyable they can be the way they already are!!
I just drove over to my Dad's a couple hours ago, have to go over a couple big hills and thru a small town of about 300 folks. I just tooled along at a top speed of 45 and had a blast. Lots of folks sitting out on the porch giving a wave kind of evening. Now, I realize you can still do that with a 460 under the hood, but it isn't needed to enjoy what you already have! You should certainly do as you like with your truck but I just wanted to point out how enjoyable they can be the way they already are!!
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I must admitt I love the big engine dream. I have a 429 sitting upstairs in the barn that was intended to go in my '60. However, I really didn't want to take on that big of a change with it. I would have wanted to update the front end and the steering as well if I was going to be able to go fast with a Fridge. It would have taken away much of the charm that is a "Fridge"!
I just drove over to my Dad's a couple hours ago, have to go over a couple big hills and thru a small town of about 300 folks. I just tooled along at a top speed of 45 and had a blast. Lots of folks sitting out on the porch giving a wave kind of evening. Now, I realize you can still do that with a 460 under the hood, but it isn't needed to enjoy what you already have! You should certainly do as you like with your truck but I just wanted to point out how enjoyable they can be the way they already are!!
I just drove over to my Dad's a couple hours ago, have to go over a couple big hills and thru a small town of about 300 folks. I just tooled along at a top speed of 45 and had a blast. Lots of folks sitting out on the porch giving a wave kind of evening. Now, I realize you can still do that with a 460 under the hood, but it isn't needed to enjoy what you already have! You should certainly do as you like with your truck but I just wanted to point out how enjoyable they can be the way they already are!!
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