Dynatrac Pro Rock 44
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Dynatrac Pro Rock 44
Any reason I shouldn't consider the complete axle Dynatrac Pro Rock 44 as an option to replace my Dana 30 front? I realize there is a significant price on this option (~$4K), but it doesn't look that bad compared to other options unless I'm way off on my estimates. I am trying to avoid spending money more than one time on the front upgrade.
Stick w/ the Dana 30 ~$3K: gusset enforcement and truss, chromoly shafts, gears, locker, gear/locker labor etc.
Rubcion D44 ~$4K: axle, axle shafts, gusset/truss, gears, labor
I am leaning toward selling the D30 for $400/$500 and go w/ the Dynatrac D44. I'd be in the hole for an additional $500 on the front, but have peace of mind. Any thoughts?
Stick w/ the Dana 30 ~$3K: gusset enforcement and truss, chromoly shafts, gears, locker, gear/locker labor etc.
Rubcion D44 ~$4K: axle, axle shafts, gusset/truss, gears, labor
I am leaning toward selling the D30 for $400/$500 and go w/ the Dynatrac D44. I'd be in the hole for an additional $500 on the front, but have peace of mind. Any thoughts?
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This is for the front application and I think 60s are overkill for my needs. I run 35" and will never go to anything more than 37". Even that is not likely. Not to mention the all in price for a front D60 approachs $6K-$8K quickly. I would consider it in the rear later down the line but can't ever see needing more than a D44 in the front.
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If money is no object maybe. Why doesn't everyone just forget upgrading the D30 and D44 and run D60s? Two main reasons: needs and costs. Do I really need a D60 front if I am sticking with 35" tires and stock engine in a daily driver that gets a fair amount of moderate offroad use of medium difficulty? The D60 isn't an option for me.
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here is a new rubi 44 stripped, maybe you could build it cheaper then that dana axle
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If money is no object maybe. Why doesn't everyone just forget upgrading the D30 and D44 and run D60s? Two main reasons: needs and costs. Do I really need a D60 front if I am sticking with 35" tires and stock engine in a daily driver that gets a fair amount of moderate offroad use of medium difficulty? The D60 isn't an option for me.
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Thanks for the info. Doesn't the Mopar 44 front have the same issues with the tube weakness? I think it has the same tubes as the 30 and wouldn't be much stronger. I could be wrong, but I'm not sure I'd gain much at all going to the Rubi 44 in the front.
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The dyantrac D60 front is in the neighborhood of $8K so twice the price. If I want to strengthen the front Dana 30 and add lockers/regear I am estimating the following costs.
Gusset/Truss/Welding labor - $400
Chromoly axle shafts (inner/outer) - $700
Gear overhaul/labor - $600
ARB locker/labor to wire up and install compressor- $1000
That is $2700 and I stll have the weaker R&P, axle shafts, etc. due to the size limitation of the D30.
I could spend $4K on the Dynatrac, sell the 30, stock axle shafts, etc. and be pretty close on costs. Probably still spend $300-$500 more on the Dynatrac but it appears to give me more options and strength.
Gusset/Truss/Welding labor - $400
Chromoly axle shafts (inner/outer) - $700
Gear overhaul/labor - $600
ARB locker/labor to wire up and install compressor- $1000
That is $2700 and I stll have the weaker R&P, axle shafts, etc. due to the size limitation of the D30.
I could spend $4K on the Dynatrac, sell the 30, stock axle shafts, etc. and be pretty close on costs. Probably still spend $300-$500 more on the Dynatrac but it appears to give me more options and strength.
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That's right. It does have the same size tubes. The D60 doesn't though.