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ckhd · 01-21-2003, 06:33 PM

Anyone know of good sites that will decode the stamping on Dana axles, and casting numbers on Dana carriers?

I've got a Dana 60 front from a '90 Dodge, and a Dana 70 rear from the same pickup that I want to fix up and put under the '68. I also have a Power Lock unit from an unknown axle/pickup. I'd like to know if the locker will work in either axle, and for what gear-ratio range the carrier is for.

How about any sites that have overhaul information on the Dana Power Lock units, and on the axles?

ckhd · 01-21-2003, 08:39 PM

Anyone work for Dodge? Anything?

Mike C · 01-21-2003, 11:05 PM

Frustrating buying used stuff. Dana shipped ALL of its axles with ID tags attached to the cover bolts, usually two of them. It will list the gear ratio and a part number. With that part number it is possible to learn all about the axle including: gears, locker/limited slip, OEM application, housing tube thickness, etc.

ckhd · 01-22-2003, 09:28 AM

I have those tags and numbers. Where do I decode the numbers? I know the gear ratio is 3.54:1.

Mike C · 01-22-2003, 11:34 AM

http://www.dana.com/automotive_aftermarket/index2.htm

Give this a shot, or maybe you can find a link from there.

Blazer1970 · 01-22-2003, 01:33 PM

Try this, but it is usually easier to call a truck parts supplier and have them decode for you. This Dana site lacks info on the older stuff, but you might score on the axles you have.

http://www2.dana.com/expert/

01-21-2003, 06:33 PM	#1
ckhd Registered User Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: St. Johns, Arizona Posts: 2,660	Dana decode and repair Anyone know of good sites that will decode the stamping on Dana axles, and casting numbers on Dana carriers? I've got a Dana 60 front from a '90 Dodge, and a Dana 70 rear from the same pickup that I want to fix up and put under the '68. I also have a Power Lock unit from an unknown axle/pickup. I'd like to know if the locker will work in either axle, and for what gear-ratio range the carrier is for. How about any sites that have overhaul information on the Dana Power Lock units, and on the axles? __________________ my 2¢ - t.i.o.l.i. Bowen 1968 K20 fleet 1969 K10 swb fleet 1972 K10 Suburban 1972 C10 lwb step 1992 K1500 'burb 1995 K2500 'burb 1997 C1500 'burb 1999 K1500 2000 K1500 'burb Why do I own so many Suburbans?

01-21-2003, 08:39 PM	#2
ckhd Registered User Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: St. Johns, Arizona Posts: 2,660	Anyone work for Dodge? Anything? __________________ my 2¢ - t.i.o.l.i. Bowen 1968 K20 fleet 1969 K10 swb fleet 1972 K10 Suburban 1972 C10 lwb step 1992 K1500 'burb 1995 K2500 'burb 1997 C1500 'burb 1999 K1500 2000 K1500 'burb Why do I own so many Suburbans?

01-21-2003, 11:05 PM	#3
Mike C Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Austin, TX, USA Posts: 7,715	Frustrating buying used stuff. Dana shipped ALL of its axles with ID tags attached to the cover bolts, usually two of them. It will list the gear ratio and a part number. With that part number it is possible to learn all about the axle including: gears, locker/limited slip, OEM application, housing tube thickness, etc. __________________ 44 Willys MB 52 M38A1 64 Corvette Coupe 68 Camaro 'vert LT1 & TH700 69 Z/28 355 12.6's @110 69 Chevy Short Step 4 1/2"/7" drop 72 Jimmy 4WD 4spd 4" & 35's 02 GMC 2500HD 4x4 Duramax

01-22-2003, 09:28 AM	#4
ckhd Registered User Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: St. Johns, Arizona Posts: 2,660	I have those tags and numbers. Where do I decode the numbers? I know the gear ratio is 3.54:1. __________________ my 2¢ - t.i.o.l.i. Bowen 1968 K20 fleet 1969 K10 swb fleet 1972 K10 Suburban 1972 C10 lwb step 1992 K1500 'burb 1995 K2500 'burb 1997 C1500 'burb 1999 K1500 2000 K1500 'burb Why do I own so many Suburbans?

01-22-2003, 11:34 AM	#5
Mike C Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Austin, TX, USA Posts: 7,715	http://www.dana.com/automotive_aftermarket/index2.htm Give this a shot, or maybe you can find a link from there. __________________ 44 Willys MB 52 M38A1 64 Corvette Coupe 68 Camaro 'vert LT1 & TH700 69 Z/28 355 12.6's @110 69 Chevy Short Step 4 1/2"/7" drop 72 Jimmy 4WD 4spd 4" & 35's 02 GMC 2500HD 4x4 Duramax

01-22-2003, 01:33 PM	#6
Blazer1970 Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Old Mission, MI, USA Posts: 2,510	Try this, but it is usually easier to call a truck parts supplier and have them decode for you. This Dana site lacks info on the older stuff, but you might score on the axles you have. http://www2.dana.com/expert/ __________________ Tim



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