Front axle strength
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Front axle strength
I am looking into purchasing an Excursion but I have heard that the front axles on them and the SD trucks are weak. Any truth to that? Any pointers for me before I attack the market?
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All Excursion & SD have a 5200lb at ground rating regardless if they are a D50 or D60.
The D50 is weaker than the D60 since the axle shafts are necked down and the spline count is less.
The choice for an avid 4-wheeler considering an Excursion to lift and run big tires would be to look for a 2002 or above since they wear a D60 front axle.
If you are not planning on lifting and 4-wheeling then the D50 will suffice.
The D50 is weaker than the D60 since the axle shafts are necked down and the spline count is less.
The choice for an avid 4-wheeler considering an Excursion to lift and run big tires would be to look for a 2002 or above since they wear a D60 front axle.
If you are not planning on lifting and 4-wheeling then the D50 will suffice.
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