dana 50 IFS

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May 15, 2008 | 04:43 PM

robjs111

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dana 50 IFS

can anybody tell me what the diff. is between the dana 44 and dana 50 IFS? Does the Dana 50 IFS have full floating axles being that it is a 3/4 ton? Thanks.

May 15, 2008 | 06:46 PM

donnor

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The Dana 50s are a beefier version of the 44 IFS (Twin Traction Beam) units. Dana 44s were used for a several years on the light duty F250s. By virtue of their design, all of these front axles - straight ones as well - would be considered full floating since the vehicle weight is not carried by the drive axle(s). A 44 has "44" cast into the underside of the differential; while a 50 has "50" in its casting. There are several other differences, but this is the surest way to know if you are not familiar with these.

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