Ford Super Duty Axle Swap

bruggymonster

bruggymonster

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I saw an ad for a set of super duty axles and was wondering if anyone has done the Artec Industries swap kit? I was also wondering what all else I would need if I went this route, I know I would need new drive shafts and gears, but what else? Also what are some of the cons of the axle/ this swap/ etc?
 
bruggymonster said:
I saw an ad for a set of super duty axles and was wondering if anyone has done the Artec Industries swap kit? I was also wondering what all else I would need if I went this route, I know I would need new drive shafts and gears, but what else? Also what are some of the cons of the axle/ this swap/ etc?
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One thing to consider is the size of the pumpkin. Chances are, it's going to hang lower.

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I have read that the rear drive shaft flange of the Ford sterling rear axle will hit your gas tank.
 
bruggymonster said:
I saw an ad for a set of super duty axles and was wondering if anyone has done the Artec Industries swap kit? I was also wondering what all else I would need if I went this route, I know I would need new drive shafts and gears, but what else? Also what are some of the cons of the axle/ this swap/ etc?
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Facebook add for $2,000 in Colorado?



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Talking with a guy in Moab who did his own F250 front axle swap- he said after all the pain, trouble, and money, he could have nearly bought a dynatrac and had better clearance. He didn't recommend it.
 
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How does he fit the sterling? Change to genright gas tank?
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I move the pumpkin, but that’s not something just anyone can do. Not that I’m better than anyone else but because it requires special tools and jigs. Honestly it’s a lot of work to do yourself and to build them up to a level comfortable running 40’s, it isn’t cheap. The nice thing about it is the Sterling 10.5 is a real beast and larger than a D60, and depending on the locker choice there is a shave kit for it just the 14 bolts.

I’m currently running them on mine and love them. Zero issues.


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What’s the benefit over a 14 bolt? I guess one is you don’t need to change from 8x6.5 to 8x170mm, but how hard is that?

I see why people do the shave kit on the 14 bolt, but if you’re shaving the sterling too then that’s a wash.
 
Exodus Jeeps said:
I move the pumpkin, but that’s not something just anyone can do. Not that I’m better than anyone else but because it requires special tools and jigs. Honestly it’s a lot of work to do yourself and to build them up to a level comfortable running 40’s, it isn’t cheap. The nice thing about it is the Sterling 10.5 is a real beast and larger than a D60, and depending on the locker choice there is a shave kit for it just the 14 bolts.

I’m currently running them on mine and love them. Zero issues.


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Retube it to shift center over? Why not just go 14b?

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fiend said:
What’s the benefit over a 14 bolt? I guess one is you don’t need to change from 8x6.5 to 8x170mm, but how hard is that?

I see why people do the shave kit on the 14 bolt, but if you’re shaving the sterling too then that’s a wash.
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This thread can wear you out with all the different options. You don’t have to do shave kits. I didn’t on mine and I never have an issue hitting my diff.


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Grubicon has a nice write up on his axle swap. Also beware of early SD axles because they also offered the Dana 50 for a front axle option. I still think he ended up forking out $9-$10k on the swap. Plus the jeep was down for a long time.


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Exodus Jeeps said:
I move the pumpkin, but that’s not something just anyone can do. Not that I’m better than anyone else but because it requires special tools and jigs. Honestly it’s a lot of work to do yourself and to build them up to a level comfortable running 40’s, it isn’t cheap. The nice thing about it is the Sterling 10.5 is a real beast and larger than a D60, and depending on the locker choice there is a shave kit for it just the 14 bolts.

I’m currently running them on mine and love them. Zero issues.


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Theirs a shave kit for the sterlings now.


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I keep going back and forth on what I want to do. My new work schedule is 8 on and 6 off. So I would have the time to do it. If I do do them, i plan on doing a 05+ sd axle and 14 bolt rear.


My opinion if you do go with sd axles. Look for a set from an 05+. They have bigger tubes, inners and outer splines are 35. I believe the ring is bigger as well in the 05s


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Exodus Jeeps said:
Lol, basically.

It’s just one of those things you don’t do unless you have the time and means to do 100% of the work yourself like we do. It also helps being able to source all the parts at dealers cost which is also something most people can’t do.




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Yup. Not to mention you would be putting 15 year old axles in a brand new vehicle. The average joe wouldn’t know how to tell if anything is bent with the axle. It’s not worth it if you are looking to save money.


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Mybadjk said:
I keep going back and forth on what I want to do. My new work schedule is 8 on and 6 off. So I would have the time to do it. If I do do them, i plan on doing a 05+ sd axle and 14 bolt rear.


My opinion if you do go with sd axles. Look for a set from an 05+. They have bigger tubes, inners and outer splines are 35. I believe the ring is bigger as well in the 05s


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Yes and no. The 05+ has 35 spline outer stubs but require a TON more work and will also be 8x170 bolt pattern. The 04 and down have 30 spline outer stubs, can built a lot faster and easier, and will be 8x6.5 bolt pattern. If someone wants me to build them a set I recommend going with the 04 down axles and installing be Dynatrac free spin kit. This does a few things.
1) Eliminates the unit bearing
2) Keeps the stock ABS tooth count so you can continue to use a ProCal if you want
3) Gives you a 35 spline outer


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