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king-pin or ball joint???

 
Kevin Kevin
New User | Posts: 8 | Joined: 04/07
Posted: 07/02/09
11:11 AM

I am currently building a high pinion Dana 60 for the front of my 98 Ram 1500. I have decided that this will be the best way to get away from the center disconnect assembly. I have noticed that I have the choice of ball joint knuckles or king-pin knuckles. I am wondering which is actually stronger and which will last in all types of soils. I run in sand, heavy clay mud, peat moss, sloughs, and lots of loose dirt. I chose the 60 over the 44 because i have approx 4000lbs of weight sitting on the axle. Any info for which is the best choice will be greatly appreciated. Thanks.  

 

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