Mopar Performance Axles D-60's

I know some has seen this new offering by Mopar for jeeps and I thought there was a thread on it. Anyhoo, I stopped off at my local jeep stealership and spied a brochure while I was picking up a fog light bulb...$28 For giggles I asked the price on what a rear 60 would be. They come complete the way it looks 8 lug, brakes, etc for about $4300-4500. I asked what labor was and warranty. He said labor would be $375 and warranty I think he said either one or two year...can't remember. I am curious I did not think the labor was that bad at all. How many of you would have that done for that. I'm thinking I would.

If it really comes with one, I would get that warranty in writing and I would also make sure it covers whatever gear ratio you decide to go with AS WELL AS the e-locker.

labour seems low?

I would have thought they would charge more than, what, 5 hours (for $375) labour...an axle swap...

Must be a dealer thing. Southern Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep here in VA told me that there was no warranty.

If you do a little searching you can find them for about $3900 but they will be the spicer dana unit, same thing and $375 isn't bad for install I guess, I would just do it myself, pretty easy, but I bet thats not covering the new 1350 driveshaft that you will need, another $600 or so for that and dont forget the new wheels you will need for the eight lug and I have heard they don't work with 17" wheels due to the big brakes.

dwmgcs said:

If you do a little searching you can find them for about $3900 but they will be the spicer dana unit, same thing and $375 isn't bad for install I guess, I would just do it myself, pretty easy, but I bet thats not covering the new 1350 driveshaft that you will need, another $600 or so for that and dont forget the new wheels you will need for the eight lug and I have heard they don't work with 17" wheels due to the big brakes.

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Jeez man, one can of worms at a time. :cheesy:

But in all seriousness, good points.

I'd wager thats a warranty on the labor and not on the parts. Performance parts typically come with no warranty. Might want to ask about that.

MR.Ty said:

Jeez man, one can of worms at a time. :cheesy:

But in all seriousness, good points.

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Don't want to be discouraging, just informational, lol

I just called spicer and asked about the warranty and there is a one year warranty on workmanship and labor but still on a case by case basis, so you can take that for what its worth, the only good thing is that it is a factory spicer dana, the same people that have made millions of OEM axles so the odds are good that they will be as good or better longevity as any dana factory axle but its still kind of risky if your concerned about taking it off road and having it covered under warranty.

MR.Ty said:

Jeez man, one can of worms at a time. :cheesy:

But in all seriousness, good points.

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What, he could have also mentioned that the new wheels wouldn't work any existing tires you might have. :crazyeyes::cheesy:

dwmgcs said:

I just called spicer and asked about the warranty and there is a one year warranty on workmanship and labor but still on a case by case basis, so you can take that for what its worth, the only good thing is that it is a factory spicer dana, the same people that have made millions of OEM axles so the odds are good that they will be as good or better longevity as any dana factory axle but its still kind of risky if your concerned about taking it off road and having it covered under warranty.

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The factory axle comes with a 3 yr and 36K mile warranty. If it were as good or better, wouldn't the warranty also be the same or better.

Of course, one might also throw all this out the window should the Jeep have other aftermarket parts???

JAGS said:

What, he could have also mentioned that the new wheels wouldn't work any existing tires you might have. :crazyeyes::cheesy:

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Thanks, I appreciate you having my back, lol

So I can't just squeeze my five lug on to an eight?

The gears are 4.88 and 5.38's. I priced the 5's

catahoula said:

So I can't just squeeze my five lug on to an eight?

The gears are 4.88 and 5.38's. I priced the 5's

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Everywhere I have checked the price was the same for either ratio, at least the ones with the dana spicer name on them anyway.

DANA 60 ™
CRATE AXLE
’07-’14 WRANGLER, ELOCKER
Wherever limits are pushed, Dana 60™
is there.
Introducing the new Dana 60™
front and rear axles for
the Jeep® Wrangler. Not only is it the biggest, strongest
Dana 60™
axle ever built, but it also incorporates many
of the upgrades that off-roaders demand. You get a
direct-fit, bolt-in solution for your Jeep Wrangler, plus
the unparalleled technology, strength and durability that
comes from having Dana 60™
axles.
Mopar® now offers brand-new front and rear Dana 60™
crate axles for ’07-’14 Wrangler models. Featuring eLocker
functionality, these bolt-on units include new wheel-speed
sensors and a choice of 4.88 or 5.38 final drive gearing.
Offering a 14.5mm improvement in ground clearance,
these units also feature an integrated upper control arm,
a Jeep® branded heavy-duty cast iron differential cover,
4340 chromoly 35-spline axle shafts and Ram 3500
One-Ton brakes. To ease installation, these axles retain
the production steering linkage.

AXLE, FRONT ASSEMBLY
For years, hardcore off-roaders have been modifying
their Dana 60™
axles for even better performance over
the rocks, across the sand and through the mud. This
Dana 60™
front axle includes a number of new features,
including chromoly axle shafts, a greatly enhanced carrier
with upgraded gearing, and more. In addition, we added
massive new Spicer®
SPL®
-70 universal joints for premium
performance you cannot get anywhere else.
Front 4:88 #*P5156276AB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$7,000.00
Front 5:38 #*P5156277AB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$7,000.00

AXLE, REAR ASSEMBLY
When you’re taking on the roughest terrain, you need the
biggest, strongest axles available. You need the Dana
60™
axle. Engineered to be a direct-fit, bolt-in solution
for the Jeep Wrangler, Dana 60™
axles can withstand
the extreme punishment of extreme off-roading. Built for
superior strength inside and out, these axles have what it
takes to overcome even the toughest obstacles.
Rear 4:88 #*P5156278AB $4,000.00
Rear 5:38 #*P5156279AB $4,000.00

Other option...

AXLE ASSEMBLY
Front and rear axle assemblies will provide the next level
of off-road performance for your CJ, JY or TJ and are
direct bolt-in replacements for the ‘07-’15 JK. These axles
are shipped with current Wrangler Rubicon suspension
mounting brackets installed. Adaptation of these units
into previous models is the responsibility of the purchaser.
These axles come completely assembled with 4.10 gear
and electric selectable locking differential.
AXLE, FRONT ASSEMBLY
‘07-’15 Wrangler, Dana 44TM, 4.10 Ratio, Tru-Lok®
electric
selectable locking differential, 5 on 5.0" JK Wheel
Pattern, w/o Brakes #P5153825AF $2,395.00
AXLE, REAR ASSEMBLY
‘07-’15 Rubicon, 4.10 Ratio, Tru-Lok®
electric selectable
locking differential, 5 on 5.0" JK Wheel Pattern,
w/ Brakes #P5153826AB $2,100.00
Military J8 Wrangler, Dana 60TM, 4.10 Ratio,
Limited Slip Differential, 5 on 5.5" Wheel Pattern,
Leaf Spring, w/ J8 Brakes #P5155083 $2,995.00

AXLE COMPONENTS
WIRING HARNESS
12-foot 2-wire connector. You provide power and ground with
your switch. Allows Locker Axles to be powered #P5155359 . . .$41.20
RING AND PINION GEARS,
DANA 44™
, 4.88 RATIO - WRANGLER
Premium gearset will not whine. Made from special
production steel in the U.S.A.
Front Axle #P5155355AB $490.00
Rear Axle #P5155356AB $490.00
‘09-’14 Differential Plate Cover w/ stamped Jeep® logo
for Dana 30TM Axle #659730RR $85.60
‘09-’14 Differential Cover w/ stamped Jeep logo
for Dana 44TM Axle #659744RR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$85.60

All good options but you still can't beat the DynaTrac warranty, I was seriously considering the Dana 60's but I really wanted to stay with arb's and with the warranty they have I decided to just upgrade the front for now and went with a ProRock 44 Unlimited and couldn't be happier, but I wouldn't blame anyone for getting the Dana's, its a pretty reasonable way to step way up in axles.

catahoula said:

I know some has seen this new offering by Mopar for jeeps and I thought there was a thread on it.

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Actually, there is already a long thread on these axles:

http://wayalife.com/showthread.php?23339-Mopar-spicer-Dana-60

Also, I notice the rear axles in your other option are for the J8, not the JK. The J8's axles are set up for leaf springs and a few other differences, and will take a bit of work to fit on a JK.

Wardell said:

Actually, there is already a long thread on these axles:

http://wayalife.com/showthread.php?23339-Mopar-spicer-Dana-60

Also, I notice the rear axles in your other option are for the J8, not the JK. The J8's axles are set up for leaf springs and a few other differences, and will take a bit of work to fit on a JK.

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Maybe the mods can move it.

its funny that you guys get those types of prices i was on the mopar canada site and they are showing 12540 for the front and 6750 for the rear..... now who knows what they actually retail up here just thought it was funny when i stumbled across it!