Is it hard to swap axles?

Is it hard to swap axles?

Now, a solid axle swap is not exactly an easy feat. But for those with the right skill set or will to learn, it’s definitely doable. Despite the old Toyota IFS being a great system, it lacks wheel travel and articulation. That’s why this serious off-roader opted for a solid axle swap.

What was the last year of Toyota solid front axle?

Well, 1979 was the first year Toyota pickups were offered in four-wheel drive. And from then until 1985, Toys came with solid front axles–it was 1986 when live axle versus IFS became the subject of many a-heated campfire discussion.

Can you swap axles?

Many people think that these axles are all the same and can “bolt right in” to different CJs, but this is not always the case. The most common swap is to use a completely different, and hopefully stronger, axle assembly than the one being replaced.

What year 4Runner has solid axle?

When it comes to 4Runners, the ’85 model year is the crown jewel for off-road enthusiasts. This was the last year for the solid axle front end, and the first year for the fuel-injected 22RE engine.

Are Dana 60 wider than Dana 44?

The Dana 44 came with axle tubes anywhere from 2.5 to 3-inch in diameter. The Dana 60 only came with one axle diameter of 3.125 inches, which is pretty big. Those larger axle tubes help strengthen the housing, but also make room for larger axle shafts.

What Toyotas had solid axles?

Toyota used a solid front axle in the ’79-’85 pickups and 4Runners. All of these axles were 55.5 inches wide from wheel mounting surface (WMS) to wheel mounting surface and came with solid front disc brakes and closed knuckles with Birfields.

What year did 4Runner get ifs?

Beginning in 1986, Toyota converted to their Hi-Trac independent front suspension (IFS) using A-arms and upper torsion bars on the 4Runners.

Can you make a one-ton axle swap?

Here’s the best part about making a one-ton axle swap: we live in a day and age where the technology used in fabrication and the ability to create aftermarket brackets that bolt directly to your Jeep is something you can simply go on the internet and decide to purchase.

How much does a new axle cost?

When you’re shopping for axles from a company like Dynatrac, prices can range from $12,000 to $18,000 depending on how you option them out or you go full custom and they can just build it to spec for your specific needs.

What are the benefits of a one-ton axle?

So with one-ton axles, you get to use locking and unlocking front hubs. That means when I’m driving my Jeep (it’s also my daily driver), I’m able to make it so the front driveshaft, the front axle shaft and the front gears don’t even spin going down the road, which improves driveability a lot when you’re on 40” tires with that much rotating mass.

Why junkyard one-ton swaps in a jeep?

Junkyard one-ton swaps in a Jeep will teach you all the awesome things you need to know about how to make a vehicle from a totally different year, make and model, drive properly with axles out of a Ford or Chevy truck.