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Old 04-10-2010, 08:51 PM   #1
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Need help w/Front Axle on 72

Hello all it is now warming up and time to fix the toys I broke this winter.

I have a 72 4wd blazer with the 44 front. I have to replace both the inner and outer sections of the passenger side front axle.

I can not find one, they seem to only go back to 73. I heard a 73 would work, but then I have to change a seal?

Please help, I need to have this together in a few weeks for some Wheeling.

Yes, I know I need a 60, but not able to swing it now. I am looking for a good deal on a 60. Once I find it I will build it and put the 44s under my jeep.
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Old 04-10-2010, 09:59 PM   #2
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Re: Need help w/Front Axle on 72

OH I also have to replace the inner and the outer. I broke both at the u-joint, so a complete inner and outer would be great. Where ever I may find them.

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Old 04-11-2010, 09:16 AM   #3
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Re: Need help w/Front Axle on 72

Bump... Has anyone had to swap out the inner and outer axle shafts on a 72, w/dana 44? If so wht are my options, no place has it listed back past 73.
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Old 04-11-2010, 10:51 AM   #4
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Re: Need help w/Front Axle on 72

Try the 4x4 forum, you should get more answers over there.
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Old 04-12-2010, 01:38 PM   #5
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Re: Need help w/Front Axle on 72

Yes, the 73 up will work fine. In fact they are beefier, as they are a little larger, with a larger u-joint. I gather them up when I can for spares.
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Old 04-18-2010, 01:28 AM   #6
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Yes, the 73 up will work fine. In fact they are beefier, as they are a little larger, with a larger u-joint. I gather them up when I can for spares.
thanks,
I have it all back together tonight. Now just waiting for the battery to charge since it sat for 6+ weeks. Going out tomorrow. Will take some pics for everyone.
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