Im trying to dicipher between these two axles. I have a D50 up front, i know that for sure. But the rear axle has been confusing me. Heres a shot of it.



Im thinking that this is the Ford 10.25" aka the Sterling 10.25". Anyone know for sure?

 

That's a sterling, no questions asked.

 

ok thanks so what can you tell me bout this axle? i dont know much about em, except theyre made in Sterling, MI

 

there a pretty strong axle what are you using the truck for i know in heavy off road conditions its been said its almost a requirement to weld the tubes and that there comparable to about a dana 70

 

strong.very.made to take weight,and lots of it.details:
Ford 10.25 & 10.50-Inch Axle Tips - Sterling 10.25 Upgrades - Four Wheeler Magazine

 

im using this truck for everything from trail driving to hauling shingles in the bed and on trailer

 

Ford 10.25 & 10.50-Inch Axle Tips - Four Wheeler Magazine

 

Maybe this is a stupid question but did the sterling rear end come in the 89-91 F250 4x4 or where they dana rears?

 

^ yes it was used from 85 on up according the article posted.

 

sterling with the 4:10 is the best rear end i had. even though it was a LSD, it was unbreakable