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What is a Dana 44 axle?

Jeremy Anderson

What is a Dana 44 axle?

Dana axles set the standard for other aftermarket axle manufacturers who call their axles “Dana 44s” – just like most of us call cotton swabs “Q-tips.” But make no mistake: if you’re not buying genuine Dana, you’re not getting the same quality and performance in your parts.

When did the Jaguar Dana 44 come out?

Jaguar first used the Dana 44 in an IRS in 1961 for the Jaguar E-type as well as other models. It was used through 1996 (Jaguar IRS Article). There are some differences in the Jaguar Dana 44, however. The differential (possibly the entire axle assembly) was made by Salisbury, a U.K. division of Dana Corporation.

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What is the Dana/Spicer Model 44?

The Dana/Spicer Model 44 is an automotive axle manufactured by Dana Holding Corporation and is used extensively among automobile manufacturers and in the automotive aftermarket area as well.

The Dana 44 axle has been in use since the 1940s and is still a very popular axle today. It features a 8.5″ ring gear, 19, 30, or 32 spline semi-floating axle shafts, and is available in both solid axle and IFS/IRS configurations for front and rear (standard and reverse rotation) applications.

Is Dana 44 better than the rest?

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What is Dana crate axle®?

With Dana’s innovative Crate Axle ® program, we’re making it even easier for you to get the exact OE-quality axle you need, right out of the box. Get 100% genuine Dana 44™ product (including housing, gears, bearings, and axle shafts) quickly and easily.

What is the gear ratio of a Dana 30?

The Dana 30 ring gear diameter is 7 1/8″ and comes with a 3.21 gear ratio unless your JK is equipped with the tow package. The Dana 30 doesn’t come with any factory LSD or locking differential.