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D50 front axle thoughts?

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Old Jan 14, 2015 | 02:25 PM
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Doing a junk yard build. Found a set of 2002 super duty axles. The downside is the front is a d50 not 60. What are your guys thoughts on this front axle. Wouldn't even be considering this route if I wasn't able to trade some carpentry work for the axles

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Old Jan 14, 2015 | 05:16 PM
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if you don't plan on going bigger than 37s I suppose its fine. But, If I remember correctly, the pumpkin is basically a 44. So you have increase in weight but not much benefit over the D44.
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Old Jan 14, 2015 | 05:18 PM
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I'm sure they are better then stock dana 30s. But i think they are limited on gear selections an lockers. I also believe the shafts are the same as 44s.
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Old Jan 14, 2015 | 05:22 PM
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The tubes and C's are better than what you would get from 44 rubi!
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Old Jan 14, 2015 | 09:26 PM
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So not much of an upgrade...the search continues
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Old Jan 15, 2015 | 04:50 AM
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I believe you could put 60 internals in it, but i wouldn't waste the money. Even on d60s theres variations, not all d60s are the same.
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Old Jan 15, 2015 | 12:23 PM
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Originally Posted by Maertz
I believe you could put 60 internals in it, but i wouldn't waste the money. Even on d60s theres variations, not all d60s are the same.
Thank you. Going to a few junkyards this weekend
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