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Old Dec 2, 2006 | 06:31 PM
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dana 44 carrier ?

what is the differnce in cases as far as series 3 series 4 ect...? i was wondering whytheres only a certain range of gears for each series are the gears differnt sizes or cases stronger . just curious im trying to find a decent deal on a posi/locker with 4.10 or 4.56(now i have 3.50 open so do i need a new case to go to 4.10?
 
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Old Dec 2, 2006 | 06:45 PM
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as far as i know there is a difference in the ring gear thickness between the 3 series and 4 series gears.i run a traction lock in the front of my bronco.you should be able to find one for under $200
 
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so are you able to run 4.10 gears on a carrier that has 3.50 gear on it now?
 
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Old Dec 3, 2006 | 10:24 PM
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no.you will need a 4 series carrier.the gears will actually be a 4.09 for a d44
 
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i bought 4.30 gears front and rear the fronts are thick cut stock dana gears made for the 3 series case so i hope they work...
 
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sounds good.
 
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Old Dec 5, 2006 | 01:26 PM
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are the knuckles interchangeable fron the ttb to the solid axle? also do you think i can use the steering setup i have now instead of the tie rod tube and the drag link?
 
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