Front Axle type
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Front Axle type
Hi all I'm trying to figure out what front axle I have as I am ordering suspension parts i.e ball joints tie rods etc. I went to the local parts store where im ordering the Moog products and they could not help me. I have a 1997 Ford F250 HD 4x4 with a 351W 5.8L it is a 3/4 ton. Anyone who could point me in the direction woud be great.
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Didn't know what numbers were what. Hope this works.https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/p...ictureid=42890
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Well here's what i found if someone can confirm my results. I have a 3.31 Non-LS 4600# twin traction beam front axle. So is that correct according to my door tag and does that mean it is in fact a Dana 50 TTB?
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look at the front locking hub. if it is the same size as the mounting flange, you have a dana 50
if the locking hub is a little smaller than the mounting flange, you have a dana 44.
if the locking hub is a little smaller than the mounting flange, you have a dana 44.
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I think you have a Dana 44. But check under the front diff, there will be a 44 or a 50 cast into the bottom.
But regardless, looking at the hub itself is the easiest way.
Here are a couple pics (Tom you are slipping!):
Dana 44:
Dana 50:
But regardless, looking at the hub itself is the easiest way.
Here are a couple pics (Tom you are slipping!):
Dana 44:
Dana 50:
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I have an unmolested 97F250HD 4x4,bought new and the front center diff has big 50 # on case. Need to look on rear side.
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Ok so I got the ball joints and tie rods without issue (atleast I think so) when I ordered the inner and outer wheel bearings theres a 4600 lb axle choice or a spicer 50 or 60 option I got the spicer 50 assuming its the same as Dana 50?
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Here's the axle code chart..
Ford Axle Code Chart .: Articles
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Well turns out I didnt even need ball joints but we replaced both drivers side as well as wheel bearings and seal. The u-joint was ready for failure and this turned out to be a nightmare. I guess the PO had cracked the inner axle shaft which became evident when doing the u-joint. We were able to get it together including the new tie rods however I do not like the cracked axle shaft nor do I like the fact that one clip in the u-joint didn't sit all the way.
So my question is does anyone know where I can find both the axle shafts for the driver side as im going to have a reputable shop redo the u-joint and I will never pay a "friend" to do work again.
So my question is does anyone know where I can find both the axle shafts for the driver side as im going to have a reputable shop redo the u-joint and I will never pay a "friend" to do work again.