Axle Conversions

How to convert a Dana 44 (Chevrolet or Jeep) 6 lug to 5 on 5.5 lug?

Here is the list of parts needed to convert a Dana 44 (Chevrolet or Jeep) 6 lug to 5 on 5.5 lug?. This is one option, there may be others.

1 pair of small bearing spindles. These can be found on Jeep Wagoneers 1974 to 1975 or Chevrolets 1973 to 1976.
Chevrolet or Jeep Wagoneer caliper mounts from a Dana 44. Chevrolets 1973 – 1986 or Jeep Wagoneers 1974 – 1990.
Ford 5 bolt hub and rotor from F150 or full size Bronco 1976 – 1996. If using hubs/rotors with ABS components just remove them.
Ford bearings and seals. The critical piece is the inner small bearing, the outer bearing is the same size.

How to convert a Ford Dana 44 solid axle to Chevrolet Dana 44 flat top knuckles?

Here is the list of parts needed to convert a Ford Dana 44 to Chevrolet Dana 44 flat top knuckles. This is one option, there may be others.

1 pair of Dana 44 flat top knuckles from a Chevrolet or Jeep disc brake style.
1 pair of small bearing spindles. These can be found on Jeep Wagoneers 1974 to 1975 or Chevrolets 1/2 ton trucks or blazers 1973 to 1976. The 3/4 trucks with 8 lug hubs use the large bearing spindles. We can machine these down for you if necessary.
Chevrolet or Jeep Wagoneer caliper mounts from a Dana 44. Chevrolets 1973 – 1986 or Jeep Wagoneers 1974 – 1990. If using the Chevrolet caliper mounts use the ones of the 1/2 ton trucks or blazers. The 3/4 ton trucks with 8 lug hubs used a larger diameter rotor and taller caliper bracket.
Ford bearings and seals. The critical piece is the inner small bearing, the outer bearing is the same size.

How to convert a Dana 30 to Dana 44 flat top knuckles?

Here is the list of parts needed to convert a Dana 30 to Dana 44 knuckles. This is one option, there may be others.

1 pair of Dana 44 flat top knuckles from a Chevrolet or Jeep disc brake axle.
1 pair of small bearing spindles. These can be found on Jeep Wagoneers 1974 to 1975 or Chevrolets 1/2 ton trucks or blazers 1973 to 1976. The 3/4 trucks with 8 lug hubs use the large bearing spindles. We can machine these down for you if necessary.
Chevrolet or Jeep Wagoneer caliper mounts from a Dana 44. Chevrolets 1973 – 1986 or Jeep Wagoneers 1974 – 1990. If using the Chevrolet caliper mounts use the ones of the 1/2 ton trucks or blazers. The 3/4 ton trucks with 8 lug hubs used a larger diameter rotor and taller caliper bracket.
Ford 5 bolt hub and rotor from F150 or full size Bronco 1976 – 1996. If using hubs/rotors with ABS components just remove them.
Ford bearings and seals. The critical piece is the inner small bearing, the outer bearing is the same size.
Outer axle stub shafts from an open knuckle Dana 44 International Travellall with drum brakes or an open knuckle Dana 44 Chevrolet with drum brakes, both of these axle shafts use the 260 size ujoints. An alternative is to upgrade to alloy alxe shafts, these use the 297 size ujoints.

Steering Linkage

What are some common tie rod ends and drag link ends used?

Here is a list of common tie rod ends and drag link ends used. All part numbers listed below are TRW/MOOG. The sequence is part number/handedness, shaft diameter – thread count per inch, length in inches. For example, ES2234R (right handed threads, 7/8” diameter shaft with 18 threads per inch, 4.81 inches in length). Length is measured from the end of the shaft to the center of the tapered stud.

Chevrolet Tie Rod Ends:
ES2234R, 7/8 – 18, 4.81
ES2233L, 7/8 – 18, 9.6 (Has a hole in it for a drag link end, this is not intended for cross over steering.)

Chevrolet Drag Link Ends:
ES2026R, 7/8 – 18, 8.34
ES2027L, 7/8 – 18, 6.34

Dodge Tie Rod Ends:
ES2010R, 7/8 – 18, 3.38
ES2010L, 7/8 – 18, 3.38