nbunga
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I’m sure they have something in there we could fit under our Jeeps. My Dad worked there years ago. I’ll have to ask what they make there. Although I think they make a lot less now then 20 years ago.
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I’m sure they have something in there we could fit under our Jeeps. My Dad worked there years ago. I’ll have to ask what they make there. Although I think they make a lot less now then 20 years ago.
notnalc68
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Exodus 4x4
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wjtstudios
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Yup. Tax deductions help offset that [emoji6]
Jkzinger
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Interesting that no one had anything good good to say about Dana axles 2 years ago....
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Exodus 4x4
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Actually, I don’t recall saying anything bad either. I’ve been pretty neutral on them until now. After cutting the brackets off the UD60’s this weekend I’d say the brackets shouldn’t be any concern to anyone. They’re beefy as hell
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WJCO
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That's because the old version had many breaks and bends. The specs on the new JL Generation axles are better/stronger. Time will tell if they hold up. It does seem that since the JL has been out, there haven't been hardly any breaks reported.
JKbrick
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JKbrick
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Not sure about bad reports but I never looked at the 44 version because all I read on our forum was the tubes were not upgraded just the “C”
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notnalc68
That dude from Mississippi
Samuelh3
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Yeah I agree with you 100% there. Social Media marketing is ruining so many things. Not a fan at all.
I’m with you on the different brands I see being installed. I just happen to see more Dynatrac axles actually get used and abused than any other out there in my price range. It’s the same reason I run all EVO on my rig. That stuff takes a beating and keeps on ticking. It’s the real world experience and word of mouth that has the biggest “marketing” influence on me. I gotta see it with my own eyes.
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WJCO
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Exactly. Anyone putting down the coin for an axle is going to do THAT kind of research.
Whereas social media influencing is a contrast for other products like snuggie blankets and ab vibrators. It's the 'as seen on tv' type of buyer.
Two different types of audiences.
Samuelh3
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And this is why I love this forum. No hidden agendas and nobody pulls their punches. Everyone pretty much keeping it real even if pisses someone off. ‘Cause in the end, after all the shit talking, we’ll all still go wheeling and have a beer together. Cheers!!
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Snboarder113
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Let’s be honest. They already HAD the informed market. Word of mouth, forums, Eddies videos, etc. already had all of that locked down. What they didn’t have is the guys that pay someone else to build their toy. Why not try to break into a new market? Angry eyes jeeps need axles too ya know. It’s not just selling to the guys that NEED the proven performance and strength, make the same money off a set whether they go to a mall or to Moab. I do agree that If as a company you’re bragging about made in America that should probably be stuck to in all departments, but I’m sure there’s more to the story and business partnerships behind the scenes. Either way one of their axles costs more than my whole Jeep so none of this effects me
and I’m not about to pretend that I haven’t been ‘influenced’ by this particular social media platform, it has more knowledge and products that are run by choice by members here and in eddies videos not ran just because someone handed them to them and said make a video, but influencer nonetheless. Sent from my iPhone using WAYALIFE
WJCO
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Let’s be honest. They already HAD the informed market. Word of mouth, forums, Eddies videos, etc. already had all of that locked down. What they didn’t have is the guys that pay someone else to build their toy. Why not try to break into a new market? Angry eyes jeeps need axles too ya know. It’s not just selling to the guys that NEED the proven performance and strength, make the same money off a set whether they go to a mall or to Moab. I do agree that If as a company you’re bragging about made in America that should probably be stuck to in all departments, but I’m sure there’s more to the story and business partnerships behind the scenes. Either way one of their axles costs more than my whole Jeep so none of this effects me
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I get what you're saying, but why not pick someone who actually knows what the fuck they're doing vs someone who's trying to get a vendor's dick hard :idontknow: Any industry can sell sex, not tough to do. I was just surprised Dynatrac would resort to that, that's all.
Samuelh3
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They have similar axles for similar prices actually. The Hard Rock D60s are 13K.
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Benito
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The Dynatrac Hard Core axle package is $12990
The Ultimate Dana 60 are $13000
But for those extra 10 dollars the front axle is significantly upgraded. Larger ring gear, bigger tubes, larger u joints, larger hub/unit bearing. You basically get an XD60 with steel knuckles for $10 more than a basic PR60. The rear axles are basically the same but think hubs are bigger on the UD60
This ^^^^ is accurate and definitely worth the mention. As I said before, when it comes to "custom" axles, I personally would put Dynatrac at the top of the list. There really are few companies who do a better job. However, when it comes to crate axles as in, what you can get in a "package", Dynatrac has legitimate competition. As an example, MyBadJK here on the forum found this out the hard way as he's been dealing with breaks and issues that would not happened had he upgraded to competition shafts with CTM u-joints or an EVO High Steer System. This of course is not something you can do when buying a package.
Again, just trying to keep it real.
fiend
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I probably should have been more clear. The $15-20k range I proffered included new drive shafts, wheels (8 lug), and tires (40s), all of which (and probably more) would be required to move from 44s/37s to 60s/40s. They’d be required no matter which axle set you went with. There could also be sales tax, shipping, and labor costs on top of all that. Not to mention custom PSC mounts/skids, high steer, etc. So yeah, you maybe could get a crate axle set for $13k, but the $ bleeding won’t stop there. Which is why I was incredulous that someone would make the purchase choosing axles seemingly driven by instant gratification. But Bubba says it’s true, and I believe him since he’s in the business and I’m not.
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