PA Dana 44 front axle truss - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**ShortbedClayton** · 09-17-2020, 06:15 AM

As title says. I needed a few for my trucks so made extras. Believe I got 8 left but can make more if needed. $250 plus shipping and PP fees.
I made 12 more fronts. Link for 12 bolt rears in post. If you buy a front and rear combo 225 on the front to help out with shipping
Last pic is one I installed on my k10. Fit nicely.
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**Jcfcamaro** · 09-17-2020, 12:04 PM

Any for the rear??

**ShortbedClayton** · 09-17-2020, 12:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Jcfcamaro

Any for the rear??

I’m working on them. Waiting on u bolts and when I get a solid pattern I’ll make a few. Like to move these first but everybody wants to ship a front and rear to save cost and I understand that
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**Jcfcamaro** · 09-17-2020, 12:10 PM

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Originally Posted by ShortbedClayton

I’m working on them. Waiting on u bolts and when I get a solid pattern I’ll make a few. Like to move these first but everybody wants to ship a front and rear to save cost and I understand that
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Will the rear be for a 12 bolt?

**derotoreut** · 09-17-2020, 02:48 PM

OK help me out here. I've never seen these before. What is their purpose? I'm having some steering issues with my 70 K10 and are intrigued by these.

Madkidd007 · 09-17-2020, 02:51 PM

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Originally Posted by derotoreut

OK help me out here. I've never seen these before. What is their purpose? I'm having some steering issues with my 70 K10 and are intrigued by these.

They have nothing to do with steering issues. It’s just under bracing, meant to prevent the axle from bending under hard use. Or in this case to look the part of an old school truck

**derotoreut** · 09-17-2020, 02:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Madkidd007

They have nothing to do with steering issues. It’s just under bracing, meant to prevent the axle from bending under hard use. Or in this case to look the part of an old school truck

Mainly for off-roading?

**Jcfcamaro** · 09-17-2020, 03:36 PM

If your running bigger tires these will help . The price is pretty cheap too. Normally they sell for 250.00 to 300

**ShortbedClayton** · 09-17-2020, 03:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Jcfcamaro

If your running bigger tires these will help . The price is pretty cheap too. Normally they sell for 250.00 to 300

I figured guys would jump on em at tht price but guess they have a select market
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**ShortbedClayton** · 09-17-2020, 02:55 PM

I put them on for looks. I guess they were designed for western Baja races back in the day to help with axle tube bending. Some say they work others say no. I say they look super cool
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**ShortbedClayton** · 09-22-2020, 10:18 AM

Ttt
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**Jcfcamaro** · 09-22-2020, 11:47 AM

Any time frame for the rear axle trusses?

**ShortbedClayton** · 09-22-2020, 01:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Jcfcamaro

Any time frame for the rear axle trusses?

Probably 3-4 weeks. I’m busy with work at the moment.
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old buford · 04-14-2022, 11:08 PM

looking to purchase axle trusses for 78 chevy k20. do you have any for front or rear?

**ShortbedClayton** · 04-15-2022, 08:35 AM

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Originally Posted by old buford

looking to purchase axle trusses for 78 chevy k20. do you have any for front or rear?

I couldn’t come up with a rear truss I was happy enough to sell. And I sold the last front truss I had a few months back. I won’t be making any anytime soon. Sorry I couldn’t help.
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1tuff71 · 05-21-2022, 10:34 AM

ok guys it seems everytime some one gets the itch to build the rear trusses they tank and our hopes and dreams of finding one (rear truss) get dashed and we go back to hopeing we MIGHT finally get our hands on one that somebody gets off a builder and he dumps it for dirt cheap. I recall another gentleman mid dunes was his member name I think, anyone hear that ???? HEMI you've been here quite awhile you heard anything from him ?? I have a front truss from GO RHINO but have not found the rear. Again like hens teeth. Thanks in advance guys.

**a1vintage69** · 05-21-2022, 02:13 PM

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Originally Posted by 1tuff71

ok guys it seems everytime some one gets the itch to build the rear trusses they tank and our hopes and dreams of finding one (rear truss) get dashed and we go back to hopeing we MIGHT finally get our hands on one that somebody gets off a builder and he dumps it for dirt cheap. I recall another gentleman mid dunes was his member name I think, anyone hear that ???? HEMI you've been here quite awhile you heard anything from him ?? I have a front truss from GO RHINO but have not found the rear. Again like hens teeth. Thanks in advance guys.

Mid Dunes,I bought parts from him on eBay. I believe he was in an auto accident and didn't make it. sad if true. He hasn't posted in a long time. https://www.facebook.com/hickeyoffroad/

**Ol Blue K20** · 05-22-2022, 08:01 AM

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Mid Dunes,I bought parts from him on eBay. I believe he was in an auto accident and didn't make it. sad if true. He hasn't posted in a long time. https://www.facebook.com/hickeyoffroad/

It's true, he has passed away.

**special-K** · 05-24-2022, 03:54 PM

Rear axle trusses have always been uncommon. You mostly saw 4wds running the front truss only.

zach_carver · 05-25-2022, 10:04 AM

Dang these are really cool!

1tuff71 · 06-23-2022, 09:26 AM

I had not heard that he passed. sorry to hear that. thanks for that info.

palallin · 06-30-2022, 12:45 PM

Will these work with the closed knuckle or just the open?

**ShortbedClayton** · 06-30-2022, 01:43 PM

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Originally Posted by palallin

Will these work with the closed knuckle or just the open?

Just the open. The u bolt goes thru the knuckle
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**ShortbedClayton** · 02-27-2023, 05:54 AM

My apologies for taking over two years to come up with a rear truss I’m happy with. Bringing this thread back to the top as I finally got a rear truss I’m happy with. Getting ready to make a dozen over the next few weeks. Gonna be making 12 more fronts as well.. will get pics and prices when I get them all made up but just wanted to update on here as I get a few messages on guys still interested in the rears… when I get rears done I’ll make a separate for sale post for rears only. thanks
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gmikkels · 02-27-2023, 10:40 AM

Put me in line for a rear truss.
Thanks,
Gene

09-17-2020, 06:15 AM	#1
ShortbedClayton Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Lancaster,PA Posts: 693	Dana 44 front axle truss As title says. I needed a few for my trucks so made extras. Believe I got 8 left but can make more if needed. $250 plus shipping and PP fees. I made 12 more fronts. Link for 12 bolt rears in post. If you buy a front and rear combo 225 on the front to help out with shipping Last pic is one I installed on my k10. Fit nicely. Posted via Mobile Device Attached Images Last edited by ShortbedClayton; 03-19-2023 at 01:39 PM.

09-17-2020, 12:04 PM	#2
Jcfcamaro Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Fairfax, Missouri Posts: 1,049	Re: Dana 44 front axle truss Any for the rear??

09-17-2020, 02:48 PM	#5
derotoreut Roto Reuter thats the name... Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Darien, NY Posts: 1,853	Re: Dana 44 front axle truss OK help me out here. I've never seen these before. What is their purpose? I'm having some steering issues with my 70 K10 and are intrigued by these. __________________ ~ Dan My 70 K10 SWB build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=782232 My 71 SWB build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651394 1970 SWB Fleet K10 4X4, 5.3L LM7, 4L60E, Dakota Digital RTX, Vintage Air, Ididit tilt 1971 SWB Fleet C10 - Original SWB Arizona truck, new custom restoration project "Kick out your motor and drive while you're still alive - kick it out!" - Heart 1977

09-17-2020, 03:36 PM	#8
Jcfcamaro Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Fairfax, Missouri Posts: 1,049	Re: Dana 44 front axle truss If your running bigger tires these will help . The price is pretty cheap too. Normally they sell for 250.00 to 300

09-17-2020, 02:55 PM	#10
ShortbedClayton Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Lancaster,PA Posts: 693	Re: Dana 44 front axle truss I put them on for looks. I guess they were designed for western Baja races back in the day to help with axle tube bending. Some say they work others say no. I say they look super cool Posted via Mobile Device

09-22-2020, 10:18 AM	#11
ShortbedClayton Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Lancaster,PA Posts: 693	Re: Dana 44 front axle truss Ttt Posted via Mobile Device

09-22-2020, 11:47 AM	#12
Jcfcamaro Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Fairfax, Missouri Posts: 1,049	Re: Dana 44 front axle truss Any time frame for the rear axle trusses?

04-14-2022, 11:08 PM	#14
old buford Registered User Join Date: Feb 2022 Location: Prescott Valley Posts: 5	Re: Dana 44 front axle truss looking to purchase axle trusses for 78 chevy k20. do you have any for front or rear?

05-21-2022, 10:34 AM	#16
1tuff71 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Clarkston, Michigan Posts: 464	Re: Dana 44 front axle truss ok guys it seems everytime some one gets the itch to build the rear trusses they tank and our hopes and dreams of finding one (rear truss) get dashed and we go back to hopeing we MIGHT finally get our hands on one that somebody gets off a builder and he dumps it for dirt cheap. I recall another gentleman mid dunes was his member name I think, anyone hear that ???? HEMI you've been here quite awhile you heard anything from him ?? I have a front truss from GO RHINO but have not found the rear. Again like hens teeth. Thanks in advance guys. __________________ Bought this thing bone stock with intentions to just add a lift and tires and the next thing I knew it was on my garage floor in a million pieces. Sometimes the best laid plans........

05-24-2022, 03:54 PM	#19
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,852	Re: Dana 44 front axle truss Rear axle trusses have always been uncommon. You mostly saw 4wds running the front truss only. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

05-25-2022, 10:04 AM	#20
zach_carver Registered User Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Blue Ridge,GA Posts: 508	Re: Dana 44 front axle truss Dang these are really cool! __________________ 1965 C10 LS2/4l70, WHITE, 5/7 DROP LINK TO SUPER SNOOPY C10 BUILD---> http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=689283 1977 C10 SILVERADO HAWAIIAN BLUE, 5/5" DROP, LS6/4L80E 1976 CHEVY K5, 350/350, YUBA GOLD/SADDLE

06-23-2022, 09:26 AM	#21
1tuff71 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Clarkston, Michigan Posts: 464	Re: Dana 44 front axle truss I had not heard that he passed. sorry to hear that. thanks for that info. __________________ Bought this thing bone stock with intentions to just add a lift and tires and the next thing I knew it was on my garage floor in a million pieces. Sometimes the best laid plans........

06-30-2022, 12:45 PM	#22
palallin Registered User Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: St. James, MO Posts: 1,238	Re: Dana 44 front axle truss Will these work with the closed knuckle or just the open? __________________ '69 Longstep K-10: 327/SM465/T-221/Closed Knuckle Dana44/12-bolt.

02-27-2023, 05:54 AM	#24
ShortbedClayton Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Lancaster,PA Posts: 693	My apologies for taking over two years to come up with a rear truss I’m happy with. Bringing this thread back to the top as I finally got a rear truss I’m happy with. Getting ready to make a dozen over the next few weeks. Gonna be making 12 more fronts as well.. will get pics and prices when I get them all made up but just wanted to update on here as I get a few messages on guys still interested in the rears… when I get rears done I’ll make a separate for sale post for rears only. thanks Posted via Mobile Device Attached Images Last edited by ShortbedClayton; 02-27-2023 at 06:56 AM.

02-27-2023, 10:40 AM	#25
gmikkels Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: franktown colorado Posts: 375	Re: Dana 44 front axle truss Put me in line for a rear truss. Thanks, Gene



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