Can anyone tell me about the axle shafts in stock 87-90 Cherokee Rear Dana 44s? Are they 28 spline? Are they one piece axle shafts? I have a line on one to replace my D35 (anyone want a D35 with Detroit and 4.88 gears?) and I want to be sure I am getting a better axle.
Thanks,
Doug
the D44 has 30 spline, 1-piece axle shafts. in a pinch (for a spare, etc.) you can use the short-side shaft in place of the long side- there's less than 1/2" difference between the length of the shafts, and it'll work well enough to get you home.
Is the long side really just too long to use in the short side?
Jerry
yup..it won't quite seat all the way. i was doing bearings a while ago, had the shafts on the wrong sides and bent the crap out of the retaining plate trying to get it to seat (long shaft on the short side).
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Thank you for this information. I am picking up the axle tomorrow. I look forward to removing the D35 once and for all.
Doug.
Thanks Chuck, I will continue carrying just the short-side then. :)
Jerry
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