How to tell a Dana 28 and Dana 35?

Ford Rangers appeared with a reverse cut Dana 28 TTB (Twin Traction Beam) 4WD front axle in 1983….

What is Dana 35 axle?

The Dana/Spicer Model 35 is an automotive axle manufactured by Dana Holding Corporation since 1985 when American Motors (AMC) sold its axle tooling equipment to Dana. The axle was originally named an AMC-15 when it was first made in 1962.

Can you make a Dana 35 strong?

Make no mistake, a built Dana 35 is a strong and capable axle. Obviously not as strong as a build Dana 44 (or similar), but if you’re not going to be running anything larger than 33″ tires, a built Dana 35 should suit you just fine.

Will Dana 44 gears fit in a Dana 35?

The Dana 44 axle shafts have 30 splines and a 1.31-inch diameter. It may not sound like a big difference, but it’s actually a pretty big. Although the Dana 44 has a larger differential, and stronger axle shafts, it shares the same weak axle tubes with the Dana 35.

What is Dana 30 axle?

The Dana/Spicer Model 30 is an automotive axle manufactured by Dana Holding Corporation. It has been manufactured as a beam axle and independent suspension axle with several versions.

What is a TTB axle?

Twin-Traction Beam (TTB) is an independent suspension system for front drive axles in four-wheel drive Ford F-Series trucks and sport utility vehicles.

Are Dana 30 axles good?

The 30 has been proven as a good little axle as long as the tires stay under 36″ or so. Like I said, I run 35’s, 4.88’s, full locker and the stroker and I beat the piss out of it and have had almost no problems with it.

Is Dana 35 C clip?

The ’90-and-later Dana 35s have C-clips that retain the axles in the housing. If a C-clip shaft snaps, the axle, wheel, and brake drum will liberate themselves from the housing if you try to drive on it.

Will a Dana 35 handle a V8?

Can a Dana 35 handle a V8? If you upgrade your Dana 35 to a super 35 (beefier 30-spline axles shafts), it would handle the V8 power just fine too.

How do I know if I have Dana 44 axles?

Many Dana axles have the model ID cast into the fins or centersection. Look for a “44” or “60” cast into the reinforcement ribs. The number can usually be found on the lower right side rib below the differential cover, but it may also be found on other ribs or on top of the main cast structure.

Is a Dana 30 strong?

Can a Dana 30 handle 35s?

Yes. A Dana30 with 30-spline shafts will be fine for 35″ tires.

What’s the difference between Dana 28 and 35 axles?

Here are the axle specifications: The below photos show the visual differences between the Dana 28 and Dana 35. Your front axle may have a code stamped on the left carrier arm between the fill plug and axle end. It will look like ‘F17A’ or similar.

What kind of differential cover does a Dana 35 have?

The differential cover is oval with a rubber fill plug or a female, 1/2-inch, square-drive metal fill plug. Axle shafts used in the Dana 35 have a diameter of 2.625 inches, and after 1990, they were held in place with only a c-clip.

How can you tell if a Dana axle is under a jeep?

You may be unsure which axle is under your Jeep, or maybe you’re purchasing a Jeep and want to know which axle it has. There are a few things that can help you tell if the axle is a Dana 35 or a Dana 44. The easiest way to tell these axles apart is to look at the shape of the differential cover. The Dana 35 cover is pretty much perfectly round.

What’s the difference between a Ford Ranger and a Dana 35?

The Dana 35 SLA switched from a reverse rotation gear to standard rotation gear. The gears in a 1997 and older Ranger/Explorer will not work in the 1998 and newer Rangers. The below photos show the visual differences between the Dana 28 and Dana 35.