Axle Issues
Thread Starter
|
Freshman User
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 28
Likes: 0
From: Warrensburg, Missouri
Axle Issues
I have an '88 F250 4X4 with the 7.3l non-turbo diesel. I don't know exactly howbut ji managed to break the passenger side front axle shaft off inside the pumkin. I have pulled it all apart and cleaned everything up but I cannot find a new or used axle. This truck has the Dana 60 front axle and no one seems to have the part I need. Can anyone help me locate an axle?
Post Fiend
Joined: Nov 2003
Posts: 21,285
Likes: 15
From: Nutter Fort, WV
Black Smoke '88,
Welcome to FTE and the IDI diesel forum.
The 250 should have either a Dana 44 or Dana 50 IFS front axle.
Regular cab is usually a 44, extended or crew cab is usually a 50.
Are you sure it is a 60 monobeam axle?
Here is a passenger side Dana 60 axle at Summit Racing.
Superior Axle and Gear PA6385B - Superior Axle and Gear Evolution Series Front Axle Shafts - summitracing.com
Welcome to FTE and the IDI diesel forum.
The 250 should have either a Dana 44 or Dana 50 IFS front axle.
Regular cab is usually a 44, extended or crew cab is usually a 50.
Are you sure it is a 60 monobeam axle?
Here is a passenger side Dana 60 axle at Summit Racing.
Superior Axle and Gear PA6385B - Superior Axle and Gear Evolution Series Front Axle Shafts - summitracing.com
Postmaster
Joined: Mar 2008
Posts: 3,255
Likes: 0
From: Sweet Home, OR
Do you know how to tell one from the other?
If you don't it's really easy for one of us to tell you how to identify it.
I'm asuming since you even know about a Dana 60 you can.
It's your first post so were not sure how "advanced" your knowledge is.
And we don't care, if your new to trucks don't worry about asking "dumb" questions.
If you don't it's really easy for one of us to tell you how to identify it.
I'm asuming since you even know about a Dana 60 you can.
It's your first post so were not sure how "advanced" your knowledge is.
And we don't care, if your new to trucks don't worry about asking "dumb" questions.
Post Fiend
Joined: Nov 2003
Posts: 21,285
Likes: 15
From: Nutter Fort, WV
Here are links to the three most common axles Ford used from the Dana Librarian.
Full info on identification and servicing the axles in .pdf files.
You need Acrobat Reader to open them though, Acrobat Reader can be downloaded for free if you don't have it on your computer.
Dana 44 IFS
Dana 50 IFS
Dana 60
Full info on identification and servicing the axles in .pdf files.
You need Acrobat Reader to open them though, Acrobat Reader can be downloaded for free if you don't have it on your computer.
Dana 44 IFS
Dana 50 IFS
Dana 60
Thread Starter
|
Freshman User
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 28
Likes: 0
From: Warrensburg, Missouri
You were right and i was a little confused...my truck has the 50...i was also wondering if it is worth the time money and effort to convert it to a live axle. also if i am going to go that route, what is needed to do that kind of a job, not tools but parts.
Postmaster
Joined: Mar 2008
Posts: 3,255
Likes: 0
From: Sweet Home, OR
If you get your axle with the track-bar and bracket attatched it'll bolt right in.
IMO it would be one of the best upgrades you could do.
I don't know how much money or time you have but the cheapest way to get a Dana 60 is to buy a whole donor F-350 and swap everything then sell the donor F-350 with your Dana 50 in it instead.
Take a quick look under the DONOR before you buy it and make SURE it has a Dana 60 in it.
IMO it would be one of the best upgrades you could do.
I don't know how much money or time you have but the cheapest way to get a Dana 60 is to buy a whole donor F-350 and swap everything then sell the donor F-350 with your Dana 50 in it instead.
Take a quick look under the DONOR before you buy it and make SURE it has a Dana 60 in it.
Post Fiend
Joined: Nov 2003
Posts: 21,285
Likes: 15
From: Nutter Fort, WV
Trending Topics
Postmaster
Joined: Mar 2008
Posts: 3,255
Likes: 0
From: Sweet Home, OR
I've seen them sit on Craig's List here for 700 bucks but I'm SURE it's a regional thing. 1500 seems to be the "national" average.
If you buy an F-350 right, swap everything and resell the truck you might get it for free. Or close to it.
If you buy an F-350 right, swap everything and resell the truck you might get it for free. Or close to it.
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make
Brett Foote
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!
Michael S. Palmer
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home
Verdad Gallardo
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!
Joe Kucinski
2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?
Brett Foote
2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package First Look: 12 Things You NEED to Know!
Michael S. Palmer
10 Most Surprising 2026 Ford Truck Features!
Joe Kucinski
Top 10 Ford Trucks Coming to Mecum Indy 2026
Brett Foote
5 Best / 5 Worst Ford Truck Wheels of All Time
Joe Kucinski
Thread Starter
|
Freshman User
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 28
Likes: 0
From: Warrensburg, Missouri
awesome! thanks guys...i found a guy that i work with that has an 88 f-250 4x4 with the 4 doors. he has a rear axle, a front live axle, and a 6" lift kit with all the parts needed, but the shocks are shot (no big deal) and i am gonna buy the works this week for $300. i think that 2 dana 60s and lift for that price is a great deal. Thanks again for all the help!
More Turbo
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 679
Likes: 2
From: Vancouver B.C.
I've never heard that term either... 1800 bucks is the going rate for a D60 waaaay up here in canada... got mine for 1500 and the rest of the truck with it...