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I'm running this setup on my 2017. I have about 7K miles on it so far with very few (minor) issues so far. I sold my Rubicon D44s, and only ended up with ~$3000 out of pocket. 2006 F350 D60 front, 2006 GMC 2500 14-bolt rear, ARBs, 5.13s, all new brakes, bearings, seals, ball joints, tie rods, Artec trusses, and powder coating. I did keep my Metalcloak mid-arms and they work fine. I will probably be long-arming the front this summer though. I used the stock Ford style crossover steering, but upgraded the drag link and tie rod with parts from Precision Metal Fab.

@phantomwalker8251

5 жыл бұрын

why use 14 bolt,are' nt d60 rear only $300.

Nice to see a old school axle swap. All the new bees don't remember how we did it 20-30 years ago. There was no aftermarket ready made options.

Well here we go! Look forward to the series!

Yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes!!!!!! I don’t think I’ll ever do an axle swap myself. Don’t have the tools, the knowledge, the skills, etc. I’d probably end up buying some aftermarket axles and spending the money. But this series will for sure be exciting to watch. Don’t plan on missing an episode!

The series everyone has been looking for

Looking forward to this!!! Finally!!

The only thing JK owners know how to make are payments...that's why I hated them for so long(that's a joke). You have done a hell of a job with yours and have really broken the mold as to what typical JK owners are all about. You build your own rig and you wheel the crap out of it, not bolt on a bunch of lame stuff and hit fire roads and claim that you "wheel". I respect you tons, Ben. I own a JK now for reasons that I don't need to go into and I have sworn to not be like the herd and really do something different. You're an inspiration and I'm always impressed by your content. Thanks, Ben. Keep it up!

Thank God! Finally a good video about axle swaps

Nice intro. Looking forward to this. Starting my HP30 and 8.8 this weekend. Cleaning up the 30 first. The brake cost I figured into my budget because I wasn't going to put used brake parts back on as both axles have been sitting and I really didnt know the history. Just didn't make sense to me, all these new parts and old rusty brakes. Lol.

FYI 03 and 04 super duty axles are 60s and came with 35-spline inner shafts but 30 spline outer stub shafts

@JKGearandGadgets

5 жыл бұрын

Yes, the 30 spline outers are not very desirable, while they can be converted to 35 spline outers it is an added expense. Also some of those axles are Dana 50s, some Superduty and excursions had those. Just by looking at them you can’t really tell the difference

@BIGTRUCK7.3

5 жыл бұрын

Yeah I do know what you mean I've got about 7000 into my axles I did a 04 Dana 60 swap with chromoly axle shafts spintech hub conversion 5:38 gears and Yukon air Locker rear is a 05 10.5 Sterling with axle Truss 5:38 gears and Yukon air Locker. But regret the whole thing that's why I'm switching the Rockwell's LOL

We've been waiting a long time for this, super stoked! 👍🏼

Been watching abunch of your videos lately. Iv got a 2011 JKU just bought the exact same D60 (08 superduty frnt) and a 14 bolt (not sure on year) and they look exactly like yours. Following the series and cant wait to get started!

Great introduction video, nice details and pros and cons. Can wait to watch every video. Cheers!

cool vid I just up graded my tj dana 44s both ends from 30&35 E lockers both ends from tru trac rear & aussie up front rubicon express extreme duty 4.5 in long arm kit 4.56 gears 17x11.5x33 in tires

Why would anyone give this a thumbs down? Okay, maybe because of the size of his garage? I get it.

Best way to start off the year

This is going to be awesome! Keep up the great work Ben!

Super pumped about this series. I'm going to pick up a 2005 aam10.5 rear 14 bolt this afternoon. This series will help me decide if I'm going to junk yard or aftermarket the front axle.

@JKGearandGadgets

5 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Make sure it has the ribbing on the housing

Great video Ben! Looking forward for the installation.

Just finished putting the same axles under my JK! Good luck, its ALOT of work but definitely doable.

Oh yeah for sure watching this install all the way! Ben thanks for putting this and sharing

I've done all this myself, and the easiest way is to grab a Porta-band. The harbor freight version works just fine. Also, a Sawzall with a blade made for cast works as well, just slower. Also, make sure you either use the Reid knuckles, or if you want to weld on to the factory stuff, use a kit that will place your tie rod ends in the correct location. I used the Artec knuckle kit, and it's very flawed in how it locates the steering. I'll eventually go to Reid knuckles.

Man I've been wanting to do this to my ZJ for years.

This is exactly what i am going to do this year. I can wait to see what is next! Please make it step by step. Include some working on it video. Tools and parts.

@JKGearandGadgets

5 жыл бұрын

It will be step by step, except for the first part of cutting I already did, but sadly it’s pretty straight forward but takes a long time lol.

This will be a cool series, looking forward to it

Would like to see the step by step gear/locker install!

Been looking forward to this video, looks like your excited as well lol... Stay warm Ben.

I’ve been waiting for this. I’ve got a 79 kingpin 60 I’m putting in my tj. So far I’ve got the artec truss, lower CA brackets, and track bar bracket on. Problem is there’s no cheap way even if you do most yourself. Especially since I’m going coilovers so I’ve gotta do all the fab work for that

@richardprice5978

Жыл бұрын

so is the ford's about the same within? as a stock 2006 fully loaded jeep and compared to the e-locker is the 60's air locker stronger? my spiders gear's/locker and outermost u joints dead mostly from 33-35's tire's and Utah snowy roads , and continplating how $$ best to repair it

You're the man! Can't wait to see the final product!!!!

Great info video. I'm looking forward to the series!

Looking forward to this! I've been wanting to do this to mine. Love the videos man keep up the good work.

About time to beef up your axles. Looking forward to this build.

Excited to check out this series! I know there won’t be a ton of carryover, but hope to pick up some tips and tricks for when it’s time to swap out the IFS on the Bronco!

Not going to lie, pretty fn pumped for this buddy !!

@JKGearandGadgets

5 жыл бұрын

same 🤘 gonna be a lotta work but I’m excited to make a good series for those who are looking to do it in the future

Great series

Thanks for this series. Lots of the info I needed for a sas on my Toyota.

Dude, thank-you so much for doing this. Thumbs up, subscribed. Cheers from Canada.

Awesome video! I plan to do this one day with some 37s! I'm in the process of building and recording my cheroke xj!! I'm doing it all on a budget in my drive way with basic tools. I love the content and motivation you have for this awesome hobby! Keep it up!! -BUILT_4X4_MUD!!!

Run the 10.5! All you need is a 1/2” spacer on the RH and a 1” stretch and everything is happy! (Makes part store runs easy!)

Great job looking forward to following along!

Can’t wait for this series, no plans of doing this to my JL lol but I’ve been wanting a series like this

I can't wait to get my 1tons. Gonna do 1 tons on the JK and the XJ!

@JKGearandGadgets

5 жыл бұрын

🤘🤘🤘

Looking forward to watching this series

FINALLY. see ya on the FB forum.

Cool looking forward to the series!

AWESOME! Thanks for all the great info, great video!

Love your channel man, keep it up!

Nice! Hurry up and get this done, I need a set of Rubi Axles!! LOL

When did Will Sasso start working on jeeps? Hahahah, but seriously, awesome video

After this video.. demand and price just went up on the diffs 😂

You have far more patients then I do bro! I'll be watching but not a project I think i'd ever have the time to do and would order Prorocks lol! Good luck on this one should be a great series for the channel!

Excited for this series 👌🏼

@JKGearandGadgets

5 жыл бұрын

It’s gonna be a ton of work, but the final result will be worth it for sure. Spent 6 hours yesterday grinding that front axle down 😂

Looks like your going to cover some great info

Great info! Thanks for the videos.

I ended up with a 04 confirmed Dana 60. Shit is massive!

Looking forward to this build, still doing other videos in between?

@JKGearandGadgets

5 жыл бұрын

Yep! This will be a lengthy series but I will still be doing all types of other videos in between them!

@ridgerunner1262

5 жыл бұрын

@@JKGearandGadgets I would like to see a video of trail tools to carry.

That 14 bolt (or AAM 10.5) would be from a 99-06 GM 2500(HD) with the 6.0 gas motor ONLY. All diesels (and 8.1L gas) and 3500s have the AAM 11.50.

This is going to be awesome

🤙 love it... definitely gonna be following this series

Get’R Done Son! 👍🏻

yep you got the right idea on a gear head channel

In 02 they got rid of a 50 option and just put 60s. 99-01 u had to have drw to get a 60. 05 and newer r the ones to get!

wow that axle looks pretty clean, everything I find is a rust bucket.

Lookin forward to it!

looks like fun keep up the good video thanks

Yes sir

Aw heck Yeah! Looking forward to this Ben.

@JKGearandGadgets

5 жыл бұрын

Same! 🤘

very good channel,

With regard to "aftermarket" versus "junkyard" I don't feel comfortable spending 18k on axles as I am a Newbie. I tell people who fix up houses, start with a dump. You can't go wrong, Do not start with a 600k house. That way you can learn and still "do good" I am very serious about my project but, I don't want to get in over my knowledge level and I need to learn this round with the junkyard alternative.

Any advice on how to convert a 2wd jk to 4wd? Ive been looking for info but theres not much out there.

You should do an epic upgrade to your head unit. Show me what to do lol I can’t decide but I hate the stock headunit.

@JKGearandGadgets

5 жыл бұрын

It’s on my list!

GREAT VIDEO THANKS from Shane P.

Mine, 79 60 1k, arb 1k, gears and dana Spicer parts 1k still need brakes, brackets and links and shaft. Rear 14 300, needs everything arb 1k, gears and build parts 600, brakes, 200, brackets. I mean maybe 10 grand done done

im gonna do it to my yj so please incloude every step i need to know thank you bro

@JKGearandGadgets

5 жыл бұрын

Yep! You know it! Will pretty much be exactly the same process except for the Jk related parts

Looking forward to this. What are you doing with you old axles

@JKGearandGadgets

5 жыл бұрын

Not sure yet! Might sell them, keep them for the LJ or do a giveaway

One thumbs down 😳 someone jealous with a Dana 30!

@JKGearandGadgets

5 жыл бұрын

Haha for real 🤦🏻‍♂️

@ianalexander1007

4 жыл бұрын

Someone jealous running 40s on a Dana 30 🤦🏻

Can you do a disc brake conversation to a drum brake 14bolt instead of buying one that already has them

@JKGearandGadgets

Жыл бұрын

Yeah you can, but the axle itself has a few differences p

You talk about the weight difference. Would be interesting if you weigh the stuff you put in vs take out and see what the actual difference in weight is

@JKGearandGadgets

5 жыл бұрын

Great idea! I’ll try to weigh the Jeep at a scale place before and after

8-10 k?!? I got a F PR44/R PR 60 from Dynatrac for $10k. Granted i installed myself and had to buy another $800 of gear. But...i didnt learn nearly as much as what you’ll take us through here. Im ready for some lessons

@JKGearandGadgets

5 жыл бұрын

That’s with 8 lug wheels included. Remember that the 44/60 combo comes with a semi float rear. I want to get away from a semi float axle and go with a true full float one ton rear. But that is a great combo and works great for most people

The heavier weight of the axle lowers the center of gravity of the jeep which is good!

@JKGearandGadgets

5 жыл бұрын

Very true! I’m mostly worried about my little v6, but the gearing should help!

@earlthejeep8884

5 жыл бұрын

@@JKGearandGadgets junkyard Hemi swap time?

@JKGearandGadgets

5 жыл бұрын

Earl The Jeep if I do a v8 it will be an LS engine

@earlthejeep8884

5 жыл бұрын

@@JKGearandGadgets Do LS motors fit better than Hemis? Or is it more of a power thing?

@JKGearandGadgets

5 жыл бұрын

Earl The Jeep kinda a mix of both, the LS are smaller and lighter than the hemis. 5.3s and 6.0s are also easier to find than a hemi in most cases. There are a ton of debates on which is better but mostly it comes down to personal preferences

Question... Would it be a complete waste of money to put sleeves in a trussed Dana 44 Rubicon axle assembly? Thanks.

@JKGearandGadgets

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah. Skip the sleeves if it’s trussed

Great series cant wait for the next one, any way of maching the front and rear wheel bolt pattern? I guess it would be inconvenient running two spare tires

@JKGearandGadgets

5 жыл бұрын

The rear axle is already 2” narrower than the front, so will be using wheelspacer adapters

Track bar doesn’t line up well either and depending on lift you lose travel. Buy a front axel build a rear. Or cut and weld tubes to properly locate punkin

@JKGearandGadgets

5 жыл бұрын

Trackbar mount on the frame side gets cut off and moved forward.

JK Gear and Gadgets PLEASE READ THIS! Check out Banks videos on diff covers some aftermarket covers starve the pinion for oil because they don't have that C shape for the ring gear, which directs the pool to the pinion! I just don't want you to water all this time and money. I'm not a Jeep guy my Ram already has 1 tons ;) but I react all Off-road builds and who knows maybe one day I'll run into you in the trails :)

@mazevx2451

5 жыл бұрын

Jep he's right, watched the Banks series and it changed my mind about diff covers!

@JKGearandGadgets

5 жыл бұрын

I’ve watched those videos before, however I still think the “triangulation” of most Offroad aftermarket steel diff covers is enough. People have been using that style diff covers for years (similar to my current rear) without issue. However the big blocky square diff covers present an issue for sure

@mazevx2451

5 жыл бұрын

@@JKGearandGadgets the arb diff covers follow the same inner shape but are still a lot stronger, no idea if they are available for this axles.

@JKGearandGadgets

5 жыл бұрын

MazeVX FPV sadly those won’t work with these setups

@mazevx2451

5 жыл бұрын

@@JKGearandGadgets your axles should be strong enough anyway 😉

What are these stands called? Been trying to find stands for my axles like that for a while. Can't recall the term for them!

I know this is an axle swap vid but you mentioned the expense of the GenRight gas tank. My buddy swapped a 19gal TJ tank in his JKU.. I don't know the specifics but it would be a thing to think about.

@JKGearandGadgets

5 жыл бұрын

That is an option too, and I’ve thought about it. But I decided to go the 14bolt route so I can make this video series based on the most common and straight forward install

What happened to episode 2? Started watching it but it stopped a few minutes in

@JKGearandGadgets

5 жыл бұрын

My computer is messing up, for some reason it uploaded in 360p quality which is horrible. So I will try again tomorrow, I want the video to be good quality and nice and clear video quality

Hey when doing a ton swap are there certain axles to avoid or better easy ones to get and use better years better ford dodge chevy

How many miles is too miles on a front axle?All I can seem to find are axles with 150-200k miles on them, you think these are worth getting?

Master cylinder? Does it need to be swapped for something bigger?

@JKGearandGadgets

5 жыл бұрын

Yes. Well you can get away with the stock master and booster however pedal will be soft. So a J8 kit will go in. You bet there will be a video on it haha

That’s a hell of lot of money to spend.

What are you planning to coat the axles with when complete or have you thought that far ahead? I want to use POR15 but I struggle with the cost. I have read a lot of good things about it but have no real world experiance with it. I have used Magnet Paints chassis saver on my trailer and that worked well. Thoughts?

@JKGearandGadgets

5 жыл бұрын

I discuss that in my next video that will be uploaded today!

@mikem5831

5 жыл бұрын

@@JKGearandGadgets cool. Looking forward to it.

@JKGearandGadgets

5 жыл бұрын

Mike M it’s up!

I have just bought my 2014 JKU and I’m wanting to do this 1 ton swap. My question is what lift and tires are you running on yours that you show reference to. Also looks like you’ve already done your 1 ton swap?

I got a question. Why didn’t you use the ford mounts on the axles? And since you aren’t why has the ones you are using?

@JKGearandGadgets

5 жыл бұрын

They won’t physically fit. Different mounting spots and suspension. Stay tuned for the 4th episode!

Sorry to be late to the party, do you know if a 2007 14bolt will work? Do you know if/what the difference might be?? Thank you!

Bah, plasma cutter... After owning 2 XJs I can probably brush my teeth with my angle grinder, so I can definitely clean up an axle... :D

What did you do to avoid your Pitman arm hitting your tie rod? I did the exact same swap but now at full compression my Pitman arm hits my tie rod. I cannot lower my hydraulic bump stops anymore. Thinking maybe a longer Pitman arm might work but I wanted to check to see if anybody else has had this issue.

@JKGearandGadgets

4 жыл бұрын

It all depends on what setup you have

Just want to tell you I'm loving this axle swap series. I really want to do this on my 2012 2 door rubicon. Will this whole setup work on a 2 door?

@JKGearandGadgets

3 жыл бұрын

Yes

Did you have to change the suspension setup such as get a new lift kit or any new hardware? I’m doing to same to mine currently 12:17 a.m. and my Jeep is in the driveway with no axles.

@JKGearandGadgets

5 жыл бұрын

What lift kit do you have? This is not a project to do on a weekday night.. you will still need to do a lot of brake upgrades as well as driveshats