How do I tell what rear axle I have?
To figure out exactly what axle you have, you can look for the Dana stamped bill of materials number. This stamped number can usually be found on the righthand side or on the longer axletube on the same side of the tube as the differential cover, facing the rear of the truck.
How do you read Dana axle tags?
The first number is the last digit of the year it was made, the letter indicates the month (A through L for January through December) and the last two digits are the day of the month in a ‘DD’ format. On a Dana axle, the date will be the number stamped on the long shaft nearest the differential housing.
How do I identify a Dana 60 rear end?
It can be identified by its 10-bolt rear cover, which appears to be lying on its side. Each Dana 60 has a build date and bill of materials numbers stamped into the back of the passenger-side axle tube. These numbers are fairly small but they are always on original axles.
How do I find my axle code?
Step 1 – Locate the axle code
- Locate the Safety Compliance Certification Label on the driver’s side front or rear door panel.
- Find the word AXLE under the bar code.
- Find the two-digit code under AXLE.
How do I identify my Chevy rear axle?
The rear cover’s shape and the number of bolts are identifying features for GM rear differentials. The round 10-bolt cover with a bulge for the ring gear identifies this axle assembly as an 8.5-inch 10-bolt. The two lugs on the lower case at the 5 and 7 o’clock positions are also identifying features.
How can you tell the age of a rear axle?
It’s worth noting that rear axles can sometimes be positively identified by a casting number and date stamped on the differential cover or axle tube. However, road debris, dirt, grime, and general age can obscure these numbers. Fortunately, you can tell a lot about a rear axle by its shape and number of bolts on the differential housing.
How can I find out what axle I have?
The best way to be sure of which axle you have is by the Bill of Material Number stamped on the right hand axle tube. See the Spicer Axle Identification information. Find your GMC/Chevy vehicle in the chart below and click on the illustration for a larger view.
How to identify a Dana or Ford differential?
Differential tags can easily be used to identify Dana and Ford differentials. The Bill of Material (BOM) number is used to identify Dana differentials. The BOM will identify the model number, the gear ratio, the type of differential, and all component parts.
Which is the best way to identify a differential?
The most accurate differential identification is provided by the bottom line of the tag number or axle tube stamp. Differential tags can easily be used to identify Dana and Ford differentials.