Ok,

I am looking for a axel, I really need some input on this subject

I have a 1996 4Runner

Do i just need a Dana 44?

Is there something I need to make sure of?

Umm, not sure what to ask

I do know a toyota Axel will not work is the round thing is on the wrong side LOL...

 

D44 with stock Waggy springs results in about 6" over stock.

D44 with Rancho 44044 springs results in about about 10" over stock.

you need to talk to Dave Delaney, aka 44Runner. he has completed a D44 swap on his 4Runner.

 

What is the WMS to WMS supposed to be, 60"?

 

anyone have a link?

 

61" WMS to WMS IIRC.

Pretty sure that less than a month ago, this very thing was covered quite thoroughly.

EDIT
This one looks good.

44 Search

 

check out this thread

https://www.yotatech.com/forums/show...&highlight=sas

44Runner pretty much gave the low-down on d44's.

I also went to check out a d44 for a friend.

edit: Damn you flyg, posted that like a min. b4 me haha

 

I just reread that thread and one thing that looked like it was brought up but not covered was bolt pattern. Wagoneer axles have the same pattern as 4x4 yotas (6 on 5.5) so that is another reason they are a good choice.

The width of a 3rd Gen rear is supposedly 60"

Waggy front width is 60 or 61, I have heard both. I think I measured mine once but forgot the number i got, it was probably 60.5"

 

darn you breezy, you are most definately gonna beat me to get it done since funds have dwindled with Christmas coming up

 

You might want to look up JDemello since you are in California. He's got a D44 lying around that is perfect for your runner as I got it according to 44Runners specs. I bought it and sold it to him with my 96 runner. I dont think he plans on doing a SAS anytime soon, so he might be willing to part with it.

Here is his profile: https://www.yotatech.com/forums/memb...fo&userid=3181

 

hey all i think i am going to go with a Ford F150 Axel.. I am going to have the shop cut it down and clean it up and put gears in it. Well I will keep you all posted and I will try try try to take good pictures of the install every step...

I do need steering.. I guess thats the most expensive part..

 

the cut down ford f150 housing is a good setup. it has a hi-pinion diff(as long as its off a '78 or 79). not sure if the waggy axle is HP or not

 

Waggy axle is low pinion...