Part I of this guide was authored by Gary Lewallen (aka.
Vaanth)
for the MML and Internet community. Gary originally
published
this document in January 1998. Part II was authored by Doug
Ahern
as a supplement to Gary's piece.
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A Chrysler 8-3/4" Rear
Axle Guide, Part I.
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Author: Gary Lewallen (aka. Vaanth)
Date: 12 January 1998
Updated: 20 January 2000
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Introduction
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The Chrysler 8-3/4" rear axle assembly was introduced in 1957.
It is a
banjo-type ( Hotchkiss ) axle, ie. the differential is contained
in a
removable carrier assembly. The axle has an 8-3/4" diameter
ring gear.
There are three basic types available distinguished by their drive
pinion
stem diameter. The 8-3/4" axle was the primary axle assembly
used in
most car lines through 1972.
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8-3/4" Axle Center Section Types
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The 8-3/4" axle was available in three basic types. The types
are differ-
entiated by the pinion stem diameter....1-3/8", 1-3/4", 1-7/8".
The choice
of axle pinion assembly was determined based on the application.
1-3/8" small stem pinion... (aka. '741')...
Carrier casting numbers: 1820657 (1957-1964), 2070741 (1964-1972).
This assembly was typically used in low weight/low horsepower
applications through low weight/medium horsepower and high weight/low
horsepower applications.
Pinion depth and bearing preload is set with shims. Differential
bearing setting (ie. backlash ) is set with threaded adjusters.
1-3/4" large stem pinion... (aka. '742')...
Carrier casting numbers: 1634985 (1957-1964), 2070742 (~1961-1969).
This assembly was replaced by a phase-in of the 1-7/8" pinion starting
in the 1969 model year. 1970 RW (Plymouth and Dodge mid-size)
were
the last models to use the 1-3/4" which appeared in a 2881489 case.
This assembly was typically used in high weight/medium horsepower
applications through high weight/high horsepower applications.
Pinion depth and bearing preload is set with shims. Differential
bearing setting (ie. backlash ) is set with threaded adjusters.
1-7/8" tapered stem pinion... (aka. '489')...
Carrier casting numbers: 2881488, 2881489 (1969-1974).
This assembly was introduced in 1969 and was phased-in to relace
the
1-3/4" unit through 1970. Note: the 1-3/4" pinion also
appeared in
some '489' carriers during this period. By 1973, the '489'
was the only
unit available in passenger car applications.
This assembly was typically used in high weight/medium horsepower
applications through high weight/high horsepower applications.
Pinion depth is set with shims, preload is set with a crush sleeve.
Differential bearing setting (ie. backlash ) is set with threaded
adjusters.
All 8-3/4" carrier assemblies can be identified externally by the
casting numbers. Additionally, the '741' commonly has a large
X cast on
the left side, the '742' may have a large 2 cast on the left side,
and the
'489' has a large 9 cast on the left side. Through 1965, the
factory
ratio was stamped on the identification boss, followed by an 'S'
if
Sure Grip equipped. After 1965, a tag was affixed under one
of the
carrier mounting nuts to identify the ratio. If Sure Grip
equipped,
an additional Sure Grip lube tag was sometimes affixed; later years
sometimes had the filler plug painted orange.
Gear ratios available on the 8-3/4" axle through the years include:
2.76, 2.93, 3.23, 3.31, 3.55, 3.73, 3.91, 4.10, 4.56, 4.89, 5.17,
5.57. On OEM gear sets, the ratio is usually stamped on the
ring gear
edge. Ratio may be determined by the number of teeth on the
ring
gear divided by the number of teeth on the pinion gear or by counting
the ratio of the number of turns of the pinion relative to one turn
of the axle shaft.
The 8-3/4" center section is removed from the front of the housing.
It is retained by 10 nuts on studs in the housing. The rear
of the
housing is smooth, the back is welded onto the main housing.
The
axle tubes are part of the overall housing. To remove the
center
section, remove the wheels, brake drums, and drive shaft (note:
pre-
65 units have a pressed-on brake hub...requires a puller for removal).
Remove the axle shafts, 5 bolts on the backing plate flange on post
64 units, use puller for pressed-in pre-65 units. Remove the
10
nuts on the housing studs around the carrier perimeter. Remove
the
carrier...may require prying, fluid will drain when carrier gasket
seal is broken.
Interchange Notes:
Any 8-3/4" center section may be interchanged for another as an entire
assembly, with the exception of center sections manufactured prior
to
model year 1964 (See Part II, Section 1: "Thrust Block Variations").
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Sure Grip
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Sure Grip is the Chrysler name for a limited slip differential.
It
was optional on the 8-3/4" axles, 1958-1974. Two styles were
used.
1958-1969 used the Dana Power-Lok (# 2881487). This unit utilized
clutches for the differential locking action. The Power-Lok
can be
rebuilt using kit # 2070845 ( Mopar Performance [MP] # P4529484
). In
this assembly, axle driveshaft end thrust is taken by the thrust
block assembly (replacement # 2881313). This Sure Grip appeared
in the
'741' and '742' assemblies. The axle bearings are: 25590 (Timken
cone),
and 25520 (Timken cup), (Chrysler numbers 1790523 and 696403).
The
Dana Power-Lok can be recognized by its bolt-together assembly,
bolts
around the side opposite the ring gear, and multiple openings exposing
the cross shafts.
1969-1974 used the Borg Warner Spin Resistant (# 2881343).
This unit
utilized a spring-preloaded cone friction arrangement for the locking
action. Axle end thrust is taken by the cross shaft.
This Sure Grip
appeared in '489' assemblies and 70 and later '741'/'742' assemblies.
The differential axle bearings are:
LM 104912 (Timken cone), and LM 104949 (Timken cup), (Chrysler numbers
2852729 and 2852728). The Borg Warner Spin Resistant unit
can be
recognized by its lack of bolts on the side opposite the ring gear
(like the Dana), and two openings exposing the preload springs.
Borg Warner sold this design to Auburn Gear who currently offers
the
replacement Sure Grip assemblies.
Non-Sure Grip differentials can be identified by the large openings
in
the differential exposing the differential (aka. spider) gears.
There
are no springs or clutches.
Interchange Notes:
The two Sure Grip types can be interchanged between the carriers
if the
matching differential axle bearings are retained. The outside
diameter
of the cups are the same between the '741'/'742' and the '489';
the
inner cone differs.
The Sure Grip differential can be used as a direct replacement for
the
non-Sure Grip within the carrier/bearing limits previously noted.
There is an interchange problem with differentials and axles manufactured
prior to 1964 (See Part II, Section 1: "Thrust Block Variations").
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Universal Joint Yokes
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The 8-3/4" axle was offered with two size cross & roller style
universal
joint. These are referred to as the '7260' (2-1/8" yoke ID)
and the '7290'
(2-5/8" yoke ID). Most Imperials and some C-bodies used a
different univer-
sal joint. The '1330' type joint was used on Imperials and
others with a
constant velocity joint. The '1330' uses outside snap rings
instead of the
inside snap rings used by the '7269' and '7290'. The cap diameter
for the
'7260' is 1.078". The cap diameter for the '7290' is 1.126".
The '1330'
style joint cap diameter is 1.063".
There are four different yokes that have been used with the 8-3/4"
axle
for the '7260' and '7290' style universal joints. The '741'/'742'
assemblies used a coarse spline (10 splines) drive pinion.
Most of the
aftermarket gears also use this coarse spline yoke mount.
There is a
small yoke for the '7260' and a larger one for the '7290'.
The '489'
assembly used a fine spline (29 splines) yoke. Note: during
the phase-in
period of 69-71 for the '489' unit, there were several permutations
of pinion
size and yoke availability. 69-70 '489' units may be equipped
with
a coarse (10) spline pinion, particularly for the '7290'.
There are two yokes
for the '7260' and '7290' universal joints with fine (29) splines.
Two
additional yokes were used for the '1330' style universal joint
in
constant velocity applications, one for 10 splines and one for 29
splines.
Interchange Notes:
7260, 7290, 1330 yokes may be interchanged if the spline count is
the same.
Note: the 9-1/4" axle (73-up) uses the same fine spline yokes
as the
8-3/4" fine spline units (29 splines).
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Strength Considerations
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Pinions...
The 1-3/8" '741' pinion is the weakest. It is still a capable
unit in most
moderate power, moderate traction street applications. For
high torque
applications with high traction tires, the 1-3/4" or 1-7/8" should
be
considered.
The 1-7/8" '489' is supposedly the strongest. Although the
stem tapers down
along it's length, it appears inherently stronger from a pinion
stem
perspective and the inherent strength of the fine splines (OEM gears).
The 1-3/4" '742' has a larger rear pinion bearing yielding greater
strength
in this area. The 1-3/4" shares yoke mount diameter and mounting
nut
with the 1-3/8".
For perspective, the 7-1/4" has a 1-3/8" pinion, the 8-1/4 has a
1-5/8"
pinion, the 9-1/4" (70s) has a 1-7/8" pinion.
Sure Grips...
The Dana Power-Lok is inherently stronger and provides better, equal
torque transmission to both axles. It's locking capability
is also
proportionate to the applied torque. The Borg Warner unit
is weaker,
but is a more versatile unit for practical street applications in
inclement traction periods. The Dana unit is better for racing
applications and has clutch rebuild kits available.
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Axle and Housing Notes
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Because the 8-3/4" axle was available in most body lines, there are
a
variety of housings available. Following are some of the passenger
car axle dimensions and notations. The 'Perches' dimension
is the
distance center to center between the spring mount perches.
Dimensions
are in inches.
Body line Track Perches Notes
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A-body, 65-72 55.6 43.0 4" lug bolt circle,
offered in heavy duty apps.
B-body, 62-70 59.2 44.0
B-body, 71-72 62.0 47.3
B-body, 71-72 63.4 47.3
station wagon
C-body, 64-72 63.4 47.3
D-body, 64-72 63.4 47.3
E-body, 70-74 60.7 46.0
The 8-3/4 was also available in the 58-74 D100/W100 trucks (and variants),
the 64-70 A-100 trucks and vans, the 67-70 A-108 trucks and vans,
the
71-74 B100/B200 vans and non-listed 57-64 full and mid-size car
models.
Note: the axle centerline to yoke/universal centerline is 12.35"
for the
8-3/4" axle.
See Part II, Section 3: "Part Numbers and Dimensions of Axles and
Housings"
for axle housing part numbers, sizes, and more detailed interchange
information of axles and housings.
Interchange Notes:
Any 8-3/4" center section may be interchanged for another as an entire
assembly except for a thrust block difference of non-Suregrip units
built before 1964 (See Part II, Section 1).
All 8-3/4" axle shafts, 65-74, are retained by a bolt-on flange.
Axles can
be interchanged within housings of the same width. The passenger
side
axle has a threaded adjuster to set axle shaft end play.
Note: there was a slight dimensional change in axle shaft length
when
the Sure Grip design changed. If interchanging axles with
the slight
difference, the threaded end play adjustment can be used to accomodate
it.
Note: the 57-64 8-3/4 axle driveshafts were tapered and used a keyway
and
locknut to retain the brake assemblies and end play was set with
shims.
The 65 and later units use flanged axle shafts and a threaded adjuster
to
set axle end play.
editor's note: AutoHobbyDigest has a tech article on working
with these tapered axles.
See Appendix A for information about the A-body 8-3/4" axle and bolt
circle changes.
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Service Parts Information
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Most replacement parts for the 8-3/4" axle are still available.
Some
items not available are new Dana Power-Lok assemblies, most OEM
gears,
most carrier housings and complete differentials and housings.
Sure
Grips are available from Auburn Gear. The Power-Lok clutch
kits are
available from MP and other sources. Gear sets (typically
performance
oriented ratios) are available from MP and the aftermarket for the
'489' and '742'. Bearings and seals are readily available.
Some sources...
Mopar Performance dealers, Chrysler dealers.
Moser Engineering, 1616 Franklin St, Portland IN, 47371 (219-726-6689).
Reider Racing, 12351 Universal Dr., Taylor MI, 48180 (313-946-8672).
Aftermarket for general replacements, ie. seals, bearings, etc.
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Selected Parts Reference...
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Numbers listed for reference, some may be superceded or discontinued,
some variances among models/years may occur. Reference factory
or
replacement parts catalogs for exact replacement details.
Universal Joint Items...
Item Chrysler Precision Dana TRW
(Detroit ref.) (OEM or MP) (Moog) (Spicer) (FederalMogul)
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7260 joint 4364400 315G 5-1306X 20030,
20030P
7290 joint 4057025 316 5-1309X
20059, 20059P
Combination * --- 347
--- 20226
1330 joint 2533202 354 5-213X 20064,
20064P
7260 strap kit P4120468 318-10 2-70-38X 20704
7290 strap kit P4120469 492-10 2-70-28X 20705
* This is a combination of the 7260 and 7290 universal joints to
allow
mating of the two styles.
Yokes...
Chrysler numbers:
3432485 -> 29 spline 7260 (2-1/8" ID), also P4529481
3432487 -> 29 spline 7290 (2-5/8" ID), also P4529483
3004872 -> 10 spline 7260 (2-1/8" ID), also P4529480
P4529482 -> 10 spline 7290 (2-5/8" ID), replaces 2808384, 3004873
2931813 -> 10 spline 1330, for constant velocity, ie. Imperial.
3432489 -> 29 spline 1330, for constant velocity, ie. Imperial.
1556556 -> pinion washer, concave, 3/16" thick, 13/16" hole
diameter.
2070117 -> pinion washer, concave, 3/16" thick, 15/16" hole
diameter.
1795175 -> pinion washer, flat, 3/32"thick, 13/16" hole diameter.
1795173 -> pinion nut, 3/4"-16 thread, 1-1/4" hex.
6027323 -> pinion nut, 3/4"-16 thread, 1-1/8" hex.
6028041 -> pinion nut, 7/8"-14 thread, 1-1/4" hex.
Sure Grip Items...
Chrysler numbers:
Mopar Sure Grip axle additive - 4318060
Dana Power-Lock thrust block set - 2881313
Repair Kit, Dana Power-Lok - P4529484 (replaces 2070845)
Note: there is no repair kit for the Borg Warner/Auburn unit, but
the internal cones have been remachined
by others to successfully
restore performance.
Shim Package...
Chrysler numbers:
1-3/4" pinion -> P4452027
1-7/8" pinion -> P4452026
Ring Gear Bolts...
Chrysler numbers:
P4529486 -> 71 and later (also 4131255, pkg. of 10)
P5249163 -> 70 and earlier
Note: the 71 and later bolts may be installed in the earlier
units by
drilling a shoulder relief
in the attachment holes.
Gaskets, Seals...
Position Chrysler National C/R Fel-Pro
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Axle inner seal 4796698 8695S 15460
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Axle outer seal 2404216
8704S 19000 ---
Axle flange, foam 2070933 see flange kit see flange
kit 55032
Axle flange, shim 2881314 see flange kit see flange
kit ---
Carrier gasket 1673367
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RDS 65833
Pinion seal, 1-7/8 2931862 5126 18708
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Pinion seal, 1-3/4 2931862 7216 18912
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Pinion seal, 1-3/8 2931862 8515N 18708
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Yoke repair sleeve --- 99187 99187
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Bearings...
Position Cup/Cone, Timken, BCA Notes:
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Differential, side LM 104949/LM 104912
70-74, Borg Warner
Differential, side 25590/25520
57-69, Dana
Pinion, front M88048/M88010 1-7/8"
Pinion, front HM89443/HM89410 1-3/4"
Pinion, front M88048/M88010 1-3/8"
Pinion, rear M804049/M804010 1-7/8"
Pinion, rear M803149/M803110 1-3/4"
Pinion, rear HM89446/HM89410 1-3/8"
Axle, outer BCA A-7 65-74
Axle, outer C/R BR7 65-74
Axle bearing service kit: Chrysler # 3683966, one axle.
BCA differential kit: 1-7/8", # RA-301, 1-3/4", # RA-300.
BCA axle mounting flange repair kit: Left # A-7-LK, Right # A-7-RK.
C/R axle mounting flange repair kit: Left # A7-LK, Right # A7-RK.
Note: the 8-3/4" axle shaft outer bearings require packing
with grease
as they are not lubricated
by the gear oil.
Miscellaneous...
Vent bolt - Chrysler # 4032798
Spring mounting pads (perches) - Chrysler # P4120074
'489' collapsible spacer (pinion bearing preload) - Chrysler # 2931687
Mopar gear lubricant - 4318058
Mopar Sure Grip axle additive - 4318060
Mopar wheel bearing lubricant - 4318064
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Appendix A: 8-3/4 A-body axle upgrade to 4.5" bolt circle
The 65-72 A-bodies were available with the 8-3/4" axle. This
was standard
on all 340 equipped cars. It was also included in heavy duty
packages
such as 318 with manual transmission and towing options. It
was often
included in post 65 273 high performance manual applications.
The bolt circle (BC) on these vehicles was 4". All other Chrysler
vehicles (except some Imperials and trucks) of this era were equipped
with
a 4.5" BC. It is commonly desired by A-body owners to change
to the
4.5" BC when upgrading to later style disk brakes or to expand wheel
choice.
A-body 8-3/4" axle shaft swap:
There are several methods to accomplish this. Custom axles
such as
Strange, Summers, Moser, etc. can be specified with the larger lug
pattern for the A-body housing. Longer axles from a larger
vehicle
may be cut and resplined to fit the shorter A-body axle. Donors
for
this operation are C-bodies, D-bodies, trucks and vans with the
8-3/4"
axle and 4.5" BC. Moser Engineering can perform the cut and
respline
operation. When selecting a donor axle shaft, look for one
that does
not taper along its length. Note: A-body 8-3/4" axles were
equipped
with 10x1-3/4" drum brakes. Replace these with 10x2-1/2" or
11-2-1/2"
brakes and associated hardware from the donor vehicle or similar.
B-body axle in the A-body:
Another alternative can be used to replace an existing 8-3/4" or
the
smaller 7-1/4" or 8-1/4" axles. An axle from a 66-70 B-body
can be in-
stalled in the A-body (note: a 62-64 axle can be used, but
it does not
contain the flanged axles of the later units). The later sport
coupe style
cars, Duster, Demon, Dart Sport, have the roomiest fenderwells.
The 67-76
sedan and hardtop models have less. The 60-66 appear to be
the tightest
fit. The A-body has a spring perch spacing of 43.0", the 66-70
B-body
is 44.0". To mount the B-body axle on the A-body springs,
the perches
need to be removed and new ones welded in place 1/2" inward from
the
original location on each side. The B-body track width is
greater than
the A-body. This may be a concern depending on the wheel/tire
combination.
The wider track enhances handling and aesthetics to some degree.
This
has been performed on the author's 73 Duster, now equipped with
15x6.5"
rallye wheels and P255/60R-15 tires with 11x2.5" brakes. Originally
setup with 15x7" rallye wheels and P275/60R-15 tires will rolled
fender
lips. The larger tires exhibited scrubbing when loaded on
dips/bumps.
If replacing a 7-1/4" or 8-1/4" axle, the driveshaft must be changed
as
the axle centerline to yoke centerline is greater for the 8-3/4"
(12.35"
vs. 10.09" for 7-1/4" and 11.69" for 8-1/4"). If changing
a 7-1/4" axle
the shock plates and u-bolts/nuts must be changed to the larger
units
from an 8-3/4" car.
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A Chrysler 8-3/4" Rear Axle Guide, Part II
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Section 1: Thrust Block Variations
There was a difference in thrust blocks prior to 1964 that make
center section interchange, as well as axle interchange problematic.
The thrust block, or "axle shaft thrust spacer", it thr block that
both left and right axles butt up against inside the center of the
differential. Prior to 1964, all open differentials used a
thrust
block was approximately 1/8" to 1/4" thicker than units made after
1964. The Sure Grip thrust block prior to 1964, however, was
indentical to all 1964 and later Sure Grips and open differentials.
In 1964, the thrust block width was changed to match the Sure Grip
thrust block width.
This difference in thrust blocks between Sure Grip differentials
and open differentials required that two different axles be
produced for each 8-3/4" housing manufactured. This is true
of all 1959-1963 cars with 8-3/4"s.
A 1964 and later differential, or any Sure Grip differential, cannot
be used with 1959-1963 rearends and axles originally equipped
with an open differential. The original axles must be machined
or original Sure Grip length axles must be used.
Part II, Section 3 contains housing and axle sizes and part numbers
for these
early 8-3/4" rearends.
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Section 2: Flange Axle Taper and Flange Differences
Besides the obvious bolt circle lug pattern difference
between the A-body 4" BC axle and all other passenger
car 4.5" BC axles, there is a sometimes unexpected
difference in the flange that tends to cause confusion.
The distance from the axle housing flange to the wheel
flange of the axle is 1/4" smaller on A-body axles than
on the standard 4.5" passenger car axle. On an A-body
axle this measures 2", on 4.5" BC axles its 2.25".
This slight difference will cause problems when one
attempts to adapt brake systems (drum and backing
plate together), or a brake drum from a 4.5" BC axle to
a 4" BC axle. If you are using original A-body axles,
regardless of what BC is may have been redrilled for,
you can only use the original 10x1.75" drums (redrill
the drums as well).
The diagram above illustrates 8-3/4" axles. The top is
a 66-72 A-body axle. and the other two are longer axles
that generally resemble the B and C body and truck axles.
As Gary wrote earlier, C body and truck axles can be
shortened and resplined by a quality machine shop, however
it is important to note that not all C-body/Truck axles
are created equally. the bottom axle illustrates how
many mid-60's axles taper as they near the splines, these
can not be used as A-body short axle donors! The middle
axle shows that at the location of where the new splines
will be (26" from bearing retaining plate to the end of
the axle, see measurement #2 in the diagram) the
outside diameter (OD) must be larger than what the OD of
the spline needs to be.
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Scetion 3: Part Numbers and Demensions of Axles and Housings.
Body line Track
Perches
Notes
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A-body, 65-72 55.6
43.0
4" lug bolt circle,
offered in heavy duty apps.
B-body, 62-70 59.2
44.0
B-body, 71-72 62.0
47.3
B-body, 71-72 63.4
47.3
station wagon
C-body, 64-72 63.4
47.3
D-body, 64-72 63.4
47.3
E-body, 70-74 60.7
46.0
Axle
Housing
PN Application Housing Width/Axle Information
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1045744 57-61 8-1/4" same width as 57-62 fullsize V8
2070269 and 63-64 Chrylser/880
flange to flange: 55-5/8" (est.)
Note 8-1/4" axles 57-61 have different
housing part numbers.
1945745 57-62 fullsize V8 same width as 63-64 Chrylser and 880
2070270 SG axle shorter than open rear axle
flange to flange: 55-5/8" (est.)
2070960 63-64 Chrysler same width as all 61-62 rearends listed
63-64 880 above ( 2070259 / 2070270 )
SG axle shorter than open rear axle (63)
SG axle and open axle same length (64)
flange to flange: 55-5/8" (est.)
NA 65 C-body axle 2404228, same housing and axles as
A-100 vans and trucks.
2800175 66 C-body unknown
2881003 69 C-body flange to flange: 56-7/16"
2881310 69 C-body wagon flange to flange: 59-7/64"
NA 70 C-body flange to flange: 57-3/4"
2070231 60-62 Imperial Imperials: 57-63 SG, all 64 axle 1829267
2070961 63-64 Imperial Imperials: 57-63 open axle 1675449
2404208 65-66 Imperial different from above axles, 2404139
2800224 69 Imperial
2070539 62-63 B-body, flange to flange: 53-1/4"
64 Max Wedge Parts Manuals list four different axles
for this housing:
2070573 741 case w/o SG 30-1/2" overall
2404003 742 case w/o SG 30-1/2" overall
2070695 741 case SG 30-7/16" overall
2404050 742 case SG 30-7/16" overall
2404271 64 B-body flange to flange: 55-5/8" (Hollander est)
except 1/8" - 1/4" narrower than 2070270 housing
Max Wedge axle 31-1/2" overall
2404143 65 B-body flange to flange: 54-1/2"
uses axle 2404223
2643409 66 B-body flange to flange: unknown,thought
to be narrower than 68-70 B-body
2852838 68-69 B-body flange to flange: 54-15/16"
3432295 70 B-body flange to flange: 54-29/32"
3507502 71-73 B-body flange to flange: 57-47/64"
3507501 71-73 C-body flange to flange: 59-1/8"
71-73 B-body SW
2800227 66-72 A-body flange to flange: 52-13/64" (70-71)
3432647 52-37/64" (72)
3432295
2852882 70-74 E-body flange to flange: 56-7/16"
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Section 4: 8-1/4" Carrier Housing
From 1957 to 1964 Chrysler manufactured a front loading center section
similar to an 8-3/4". Its ring gear diameter was 8-1/4".
This is not
related to the Spicer built 8-1/4" rearend used in Chrysler products
in
the Seventies.
From 1957 until 1961 or 1962, it used a case with a casting number
1828448. It appears that in 1963 and 1964 this gearset was
installed
in a 741 case. The 1828448 may have used a different housing
flange pattern
as it calls for a different housing (1045744,2070269). These
rearends
were for extreme light duty and were only used in six cylinder
applications. six cylinder station wagons used 8-3/4"s.
Along other
available gear ratios, there was a 3.31:1 for manual transmissions
and
a 2.93:1 for automatic transmissions.
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References...
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- Chrysler factory service manuals, various, 1964-1974
- Chrysler parts catalogs, various, 1957-1974
- Hollander Interchange Manuals, 40th edition
- Mopar Performance catalogs
- Mopar Performance Chassis Manual
- Mopar Performance Oval Track Manual
- Mopar Action magazine, selected articles
- High Performance Mopar magazine, selected articles
- Chrysler Car Enthusiast, Engines, Etc magazine, selected articles
- BCA/National catalog # 510-1, 1995
- CR Seals & Bearings catalog # 457205, 1991
- American Bearing catalog # 710, 1980
- Fel-Pro Master Gasket Catalog, # 900-96, 1/1996
- Precision Universal Joint catalog # MC-86, 1/1986
- TRW Universal Joints catalog # X-4003, 1995
- Mopar Mailing List (MML) postings
- My memory.
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Acknowledements...
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- Thanks to Jeff Brown with his help on the yokes information.
- Thanks to the MML in general.
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