SAS Question

[Robb]

The ultimate D44 to run would be from a 78-79 F150 as they are high pinion so it's as strong(gear strength) as a D60 without the weight and size but you would have to cut that axle down.

WooHoo! Finally something I can disagree with.

Of all the Ford HPs, the '78-'79 Ford 1/2 Ton D44 is the worst choice, unless you were planning on running stock coil locations, which you aren't. The 78/79 uses an inner and outer axle tube held together by a cast "<o>" bracket. ANY other Ford HP D44 would be a better option as far as strength goes. The 78/79 is a convenient package because they already come with discs, but any of the other years can be converted.

 

[Offroad19]

Well Im just gonna pull a D44 out of a Wagoneer. Does the 84 model wagoneer come with flat top knuckles?

 

[NOTAJP]

WooHoo! Finally something I can disagree with.

Of all the Ford HPs, the '78-'79 Ford 1/2 Ton D44 is the worst choice, unless you were planning on running stock coil locations, which you aren't. The 78/79 uses an inner and outer axle tube held together by a cast "<o>" bracket. ANY other Ford HP D44 would be a better option as far as strength goes. The 78/79 is a convenient package because they already come with discs, but any of the other years can be converted.

Thanks Robb! I'm always in a state of education.

 

[NOTAJP]

Well Im just gonna pull a D44 out of a Wagoneer. Does the 84 model wagoneer come with flat top knuckles?

No they don't but I'm researching now to find the best solution for steering. If anybody else has some great ideas please share.

The waggy is a LP but not a big deal.