Got bored, decided to build a semi float 60 rear axle

JeepDaddyJT · Nov 27, 2024

I've had this axle for years behind the barn , found a bent JT axle housing n thought why not....

not finished yet , hopefully get the brackets welded on over thanksgiving

gears locker n shafts ordered soon too!

this was 1999 ford e-350 D60U smooth bottom axle

Jeep Gladiator Got bored, decided to build a semi float 60 rear axle IMG_7972

Jeep Gladiator Got bored, decided to build a semi float 60 rear axle IMG_7971

Jeep Gladiator Got bored, decided to build a semi float 60 rear axle IMG_7876

Jeep Gladiator Got bored, decided to build a semi float 60 rear axle IMG_7970

Jeep Gladiator Got bored, decided to build a semi float 60 rear axle IMG_7969

Minty JL · Nov 27, 2024

I love projects that start with, "I got bored" always a great end result

Maximus Gladius · Nov 27, 2024

Must be nice to be bored! I should try it.

JTPatriot · Nov 28, 2024

I agree, best projects start with "got bored" Make sure and keep us updated.

CrazyCooter · Nov 28, 2024

This has been on my list as well......I have a Dodge 70U housing sitting on the shelf, but have not seen any housing ends available yet, looking for a damaged housing like you!

Are you planing to use off the shelf 35 spline axles?

JeepDaddyJT · Nov 28, 2024

CrazyCooter said:
This has been on my list as well......I have a Dodge 70U housing sitting on the shelf, but have not seen any housing ends available yet, looking for a damaged housing like you!

Are you planing to use off the shelf 35 spline axles?

that was the plan then found out moser makes 40 spline shafts at about the same $$. The arb can be had in 40 spline too

CrazyCooter · Nov 28, 2024

Any of the link bracket kits come with geometry correction built in?

Edit: It appears that Motobilt has brackets that raise the upper control arm mounting up a bit.

I'll probably never get to this project, but I will still keep my eyes open for collecting parts!

JeepDaddyJT · Nov 29, 2024

CrazyCooter said:
Any of the link bracket kits come with geometry correction built in?

Edit: It appears that Motobilt has brackets that raise the upper control arm mounting up a bit.

I'll probably never get to this project, but I will still keep my eyes open for collecting parts!

Going to reuse the spring pads - shock - lower control arm mounts from donor axle. Already planning on raising the pinion up 5* over stock

CrazyCooter · Nov 29, 2024

JeepDaddyJT said:
Going to reuse the spring pads - shock - lower control arm mounts from donor axle. Already planning on raising the pinion up 5* over stock

You might consider the aftermarket brackets now while you are building. The binding in the stock suspension geometry is not good for flexy builds or changing driveline angles.

For a simple test, just jack up your truck now and observe what the pinion does as it droops......you will probably change your mind!

Blade1668 · Nov 29, 2024

Minty JL said:
I love projects that start with, "I got bored" always a great end result

That's how I started my cabin in Jan last year, 7 months later I moved in it. :like:

ZeeJay · Nov 29, 2024

That’s how my day started. Stared at Jeeps parts in particular a Ford 8.8 project and lost interest immediately, Restrung two Hoyts and built arrows instead, much better.

Jeep Gladiator Got bored, decided to build a semi float 60 rear axle IMG_2495

JeepDaddyJT · Nov 29, 2024

CrazyCooter said:
You might consider the aftermarket brackets now while you are building. The binding in the stock suspension geometry is not good for flexy builds or changing driveline angles.

For a simple test, just jack up your truck now and observe what the pinion does as it droops......you will probably change your mind!

I’m running the RockKrawler Triangulated upper arms - not really an issue with pinion angle at droop anymore

PW45 · Dec 10, 2024

Awesome skills man!

Teach us more about axles!
What are you doing that will make it free floating?

What is the bar that is going across inside the differential housing? some kind of alignment bar?

CrazyCooter · Dec 10, 2024

Another thing that came to mind today as a straiten/sleeve another JK housing..........

I would have welded the ends on last after all the control arm brackets/truss were welded on. I'm sure your tubes are pretty heavy, but I have found the housing is never strait after welding. Nothing a little heating/cooling to straiten the tubes can't fix if it pulls a little though?

ShaunTOR · Dec 16, 2024

That's a nice "bored" project! Way to go

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