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Re: Eaton vs. 14 Bolt vs. Dana 60
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Originally Posted by 1969k10stepside
I'd keep the Eaton..They are tough as nails (Tougher than the 14 bolt)..A 14 bolt is cheap and easy to get parts for but I'd stay with the Eaton unless it breaks (Doubt it will) and is cheaper to replace with a 14 bolt with a good locker.I'd look for a No Spin for it and call it done.I *think* you can use 14 bolt axle shafts,and other stuff in them too,so if you are looking to get stronger custom axle shafts,etc you could get some for a 14 bolt (If you can't for the Eaton) and use them in the Eaton.Maybe I just dreamed it but thought I read that somewhere..You get more ground clearance with the Eaton too.
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It is my understanding that 14 bolt axles and gear sets can be used in an Eaton but I have no text to back up that statement just what I've heard from others. I believe the reason they say the Eaton is stronger is because it's a solid cast diff, no axle tubes. You don't have to worry about the heat as much when welding brackets or spring perches versus a diff. with axle tubes.
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74 K5 Blazer-built 350ci,Turbo 350, NP 205
8 lug Dana 44, GM Corp 14 bolt-4.56 gears, 37" Boggers
89 K5 Blazer-TBI 350, 700r4, NP 208
8 lug Dana 44, GM Corp 14 bolt-4.10 gears, 33" Toyo A/T
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