Dana 53 Rear Axle Specs - Truck

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Dana 53 Willys Truck Rear Axle

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Rear Axle Specifications
Model: L6-226 4WD F4-134 4WD
Rear Axle:
Make Spicer Spicer
Model 53 53
Capacity 4500 lb. (2041 kg.) 4500 lb. (2041 kg.)
Description Semifloating Hypoid Gears Semifloating Hypoid Gears
Drive Thru Springs Thru Springs
Drive Pinion Offset 1.75" (44,45 mm.) 1.75" (44,45 mm.)
Differential Pinions 2 2
Gear Ratio:
Standard 4.88 to 1 5.38 to 1
Optional 5.38 to 1 ......
Ring Gear:
Pitch Diameter 9.25" (23,5 cm.) 9.25" (23,5 cm.)
Pinion Adjustment ...... Shim
Pinion Bearing Adjustment ...... Shim

* Learn more about the Rear Axle from the Service Manual for Jeep Utility Vehicles page 222