{"title":"Closed Knuckle 1962-1973 Jeep Dana 44","description":"\u003cp\u003eShop now for Closed Knuckle Parts to fit 1962-1973 Jeep J-Series 4x4 Trucks with Dana 44 Closed Knuckle Front Axles. Great selection. In stock. Quick shipping. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe stock the regular service closed knuckle parts for your 1957-1973 Jeep 4x4 truck with a closed knuckle Dana 44 front axle which will have 8 bolt Knuckle Ball Hemisphere Seals. With a Closed Knuckle axle, the axle universal joints and king pin bearings are lubricated by very heavy oil or a viscous grease that will flow when the axle shafts rotate. A large, multi-piece seal is bolted to the backside of the steering knuckle to keep lubricant in and water out. On poorly maintained closed knuckle axles or axles equipped with lockout hubs that are rarely used in 4x4, the upper king pin bearing and axle universal joint can suffer from lack of lubrication. The Ball Seals will usually weep some lubricant especially when standard gear oils are used as a lubricant. Submersion of the axle under water or condensation from temperature changes can cause moisture to build up inside the enclosed ball and lead to corrosion damage and part failures.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"1819-qt1819-knuckle-bearing-cup-installer-for-dana-25-27-30-44-front-axles","title":"QT1819 Knuckle Bearing Cup Installer for Dana 25, 27, 30 \u0026 44 Front Axles","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg width=\"50\" title=\"Made in Montana logo\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/0206\/5741\/files\/mimlogo.jpg?v=1742363377\" height=\"50\" alt=\"Made in Montana logo\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQT1819 Knuckle Bearing Cup Installer for Dana 25, 27, 30 and 44 Front Axles\u003c\/strong\u003e is used to install \u003ca href=\"\/products\/50627-qu50627-timken-small-knuckle-bearing-cup\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU50627\u003c\/a\u003e Steering Knuckle Bearing Cups in 1953-1975 standard duty Dana 25, 27, 30, 44 closed knuckle front axles in Chevy, Dodge, Ford, GMC, IHC, Jeep, and Studebaker 4x4s. QU1819 is also the correct tool to drive in the King Pin Bearing Cups for 1966-1971 Ford Bronco Dana 30 and 1967-1971 F-100 Dana 44 open knuckle axles. USA Made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeed More Info? \u003c\/strong\u003e Use the handy Links below to access over 40 years of Dan's product and vehicle specific Tech Notes to easily get the information you need for your vehicle's repair, maintenance, or upgrade project!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDan the Gear Man® Tech Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note1\"\u003eCup Installer\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#video\"\u003eVideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#applications\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note1\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 1:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCup Installer \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUsing a Bearing Cup Installer not only saves time, but, more importantly, also allows you to install the bearing cup without damaging either the cup or bearing bore. Bearing Cup Installers are the key to damage free bearing cup installation. With one, you can completely seat those bearing cups without nicks or dings. Using the proper Cup Installer and Handle completely eliminates one of the most common causes of premature bearing failure, namely installation with punches or other makeshift tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note2\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 2:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHandle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI recommend an 8\" handle (\u003ca href=\"\/products\/1100-qt1100-1-x-8-driver-handle-for-installers-removers-with-5-8-tip\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQT1100\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/1116-qt1116-1-1-4-x-8-pro-duty-installer-driver-handle\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQT1116\u003c\/a\u003e) for Knuckle Bearing Cup Installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"applications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChevy\/GMC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGM 4x4 Suburban, K10, K15, K20, K25 Dana 44 Standard Closed Knuckle Axle: 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDodge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eW100, W200 Dana 44 Standard Closed Knuckle Front Axle: 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFord\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBronco Dana 30 Open Knuckle King Pin Axle: 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971\u003cbr\u003eF-250 Dana 44 Closed Knuckle Standard Duty Front Axle: 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966 F-100, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975\u003cbr\u003eF-100 Dana 44 Open Knuckle King Pin Axle: 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInternational\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eScout Dana 27, Dana 30 Closed Knuckle Front Axles: 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970\u003cbr\u003eDana 44 Closed Knuckle 1\/2 ton and light 3\/4 ton: 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJeep\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDana 25, Dana 27, Dana 44 Closed Knuckle 1941, 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945, 1946, 1947, 1948, 1949, 1950, 1951, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStudebaker\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDana 44 Closed Knuckle Front Axles 4x4 Pickups: 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca name=\"video\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVideo:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 1.25% 0 0 0; position: relative;\"\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"320\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/806209704?h=626c1032c3\u0026amp;badge=0\u0026amp;autopause=0\u0026amp;player_id=0\u0026amp;app_id=58479\" height=\"240\" style=\"border:0;\" title=\"Bearing Cup Installer Product Video\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"QuadTool","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41656076795981,"sku":"1819","price":26.38,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/0206\/5741\/files\/QT1812_clean__33818_24916__12839.1707820954.1280.1280.png?v=1742473881"},{"product_id":"4939-tka4939-11-piece-premium-steering-knuckle-shim-kit-dana-25-44-axles","title":"TKA4939 11 Piece Premium Steering Knuckle Shim Kit Dana 25-44 Axles","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTKA4939 Premium Torque King Knuckle Shim Kit for Dana Closed Knuckle and Ford Open Knuckle Front Axles\u003c\/strong\u003e TKA4939 fits all Dana 25-Dana 44 closed Knuckle Front Axles with 8 Bolt Ball Seals and 1966-197 Ford Dana 30. Dana 44 open knuckle front axles. Kit includes the four shim thicknesses that Dana used for setting precise knuckle rotating preload on 1941-1975 era Dana 25, Dana 27, Dana 30, and Dana 44 closed knuckle front axles in Chevy, Dodge, Ford, GMC, IHC, and Jeep 4x4s.\u003cbr\u003eEach TKA4939 Shim Kit includes: \u003cbr\u003e(4) 0.003\", (3) 0.005\", (3) 0.010\", and (1) 0.030\" shims so you can precisely adjust your knuckle rotating preload to optimum specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFor Basic Knuckle Shim Kit, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/40773-qu40773-basic-closed-knuckle-shim-kit-for-dana-25-27-30-44-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU40773\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeed More Info? \u003c\/strong\u003e Use the handy Links below to access over 40 years of Dan's product and vehicle specific Tech Notes to easily get the information you need for your vehicle's repair, maintenance, or upgrade project!\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDan the Gear Man® Tech Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note1\"\u003eTKA4939 vs. QU40773\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003ca href=\"#note2\"\u003eTurning Preload\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ca href=\"#note3\"\u003eTrapezoid Shims\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ca href=\"#note4\"\u003eMeasure\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMatching Parts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#applications\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note1\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 1:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTKA4939 vs. QU40773\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDana originally used 0.003\", 0.005\", 0.010\", and 0.030\" shims to set steering knuckle rotating preload on closed knuckle front axles. Our TKA4939 includes those four sizes which can be used to create almost any required shim pack. Our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/40773-qu40773-basic-closed-knuckle-shim-kit-for-dana-25-27-30-44-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU40773\u003c\/a\u003e Kit is inexpensive, but it ONLY includes a single thickness of shims (0.007\" nominal). Used by itself, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/40773-qu40773-basic-closed-knuckle-shim-kit-for-dana-25-27-30-44-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU40773\u003c\/a\u003e can only create shim packs in 0.007\" increments which is too great for precise adjustment. If you are on a tight budget AND want to do a good job, I recommend you order 1 each TKA4939 and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/40773-qu40773-basic-closed-knuckle-shim-kit-for-dana-25-27-30-44-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU40773\u003c\/a\u003e Kits which will allow you to save money compared to 2 TKA4939 Kits, but still give you the flexibility to make any shim packs needed.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note2\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 2:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTurning Preload\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShims are used between the King Pin Caps and Steering Knuckles to set your Knuckle Bearing\/Bushing turning preload. More shims decreases preload, less shims increases preload. I like to install at least one shim under each bearing cap to act as a gasket. How the shims are distributed between upper and lower caps is up to you. Rotating preload is set by the COMBINED shim pack for each knuckle. If you need a total of 0.050\" shims for your left knuckle, you can split the 0.050\" total between the upper and lower caps as you wish. Most knuckles will require from 0.045\" to 0.065\" of shims. If you need over 0.75\" shims per side, something is probably worn or incorrectly installed.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note3\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 3:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTrapezoid Shims\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSome axles (mainly pickups after 1963) will use Upper King Pin Caps\/Steering Arms with Trapezoid shaped shims. For these axles also see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/20091-qu20091-0-005-trapezoid-king-pin-shim-dana-44-closed-knuckle-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU20091\u003c\/a\u003e Product Page. (You will still need either \u003ca href=\"\/products\/40773-qu40773-basic-closed-knuckle-shim-kit-for-dana-25-27-30-44-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU40773\u003c\/a\u003e or TKA4939 Kits for the other King Pins.)\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note4\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 4:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMeasure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKing Pin Caps are shimmed to put the specified turning preload on the bearings. The amount of turning preload varies by vehicle and year but the value is measured by a beam or dial type torque wrench (refer to the vehicle manufacturer Service Manual for your specific model specification). Too loose can cause poor steering or \"Death Wobble\", too tight will lead to rapid bearing failure, broken parts, and possible steering loss.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note5\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 5:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMatching Parts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMatching Parts for Knuckle Shim Kits:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/40188-qu40188-8-bolt-spicer-knuckle-seal-kit-for-dana-25-27-30-44-front-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU40188\u003c\/a\u003e 8 Bolt Knuckle Ball Seal\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/4617-qk4617-dana-axle-small-knuckle-bearing-and-shim-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQK4617\u003c\/a\u003e Knuckle Bearing Kit\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/50784-tk50784-small-knuckle-king-pin-bearing-only-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTK50784\u003c\/a\u003e Torque King® Knuckle Bearing Only Kit\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/20091-qu20091-0-005-trapezoid-king-pin-shim-dana-44-closed-knuckle-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU20091\u003c\/a\u003e Trapezoid Knuckle Shim\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/50627-qu50627-timken-small-knuckle-bearing-cup\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU50627\u003c\/a\u003e Timken® Knuckle Bearing Cup\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/8950628-qu50628-king-pin-or-knuckle-bearing-dana-25-27-30-44-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU50628\u003c\/a\u003e Timken® Knuckle Bearing\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/chevy-gmc-manuals\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChevy \u0026amp; GMC Shop Manuals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dodge-ram-manuals\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDodge \u0026amp; Ram Shop Manuals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ford-manuals\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFord Shop Manuals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/jeep-manuals\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eJeep Shop Manuals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"applications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChevrolet\/GMC:\u003cbr\u003eClosed Knuckle standard Dana 44\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eK10\/K15, K20\/K25: 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDodge:\u003cbr\u003eClosed Knuckle standard Dana 44\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eW100, W200: 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFord:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClosed Knuckle Dana 25\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eGPW military: 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosed Knuckle standard Dana 44\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eF-100: 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966\u003cbr\u003eF-250 with standard Model 44 Front Axle: 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInternational:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosed Knuckle Dana 27, 30, 44\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eScout: 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971\u003cbr\u003e1\/2 ton and light 3\/4 ton: 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJeep:\u003cbr\u003eClosed Knuckle Dana 25, 27, 30, and 44:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMilitary models MB, M38, M38A1, M170: 1941, 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945, 1946, 1947, 1948, 1949, 1950, 1951, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957\u003cbr\u003eAll civilian Jeeps: 1945, 1946, 1947, 1948, 1949, 1950, 1951, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971\u003cbr\u003eJeep J-Series full size 4x4s: 1972, 1973\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStudebaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosed Knuckle standard Dana 44\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e4x4 Pickups: 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Torque King Rebuild Kits","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41656303616077,"sku":"4939","price":54.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/0206\/5741\/files\/tka4939clean__34759_8648__17747.1707828658.1280.1280.jpg?v=1742481482"},{"product_id":"4617-qk4617-dana-axle-small-knuckle-bearing-and-shim-kit","title":"QK4617 Dana Axle Small Knuckle Bearing and Shim Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQK4617 Dana Closed Knuckle and 1966-1971 Ford Open Knuckle Dana Axle Small Knuckle Bearing and Shim Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e includes 4 Timken® \u003ca href=\"\/products\/8950628-qu50628-king-pin-or-knuckle-bearing-dana-25-27-30-44-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU50628\u003c\/a\u003e Knuckle Bearings, 4 Timken® \u003ca href=\"\/products\/50627-qu50627-timken-small-knuckle-bearing-cup\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU50627\u003c\/a\u003e Knuckle Bearing Cups, and 2 \u003ca href=\"\/products\/4939-tka4939-11-piece-premium-steering-knuckle-shim-kit-dana-25-44-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTKA4939\u003c\/a\u003e Premium Torque King® Rectangular Knuckle Shim Sets. Fits Chevy, Ford, GMC, International Scout, Jeep, and Studebaker Dana Spicer 25, 27, 30, and standard 44 closed knuckle front drive axles all of which use \u003ca href=\"\/products\/40188-qu40188-8-bolt-spicer-knuckle-seal-kit-for-dana-25-27-30-44-front-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU40188\u003c\/a\u003e 8 bolt knuckle seal. QK4617 Also fits 1966-1971 Ford Bronco Dana 30 and F-100 Dana 44 Open Knuckle Front Axles. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAlso see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/20091-qu20091-0-005-trapezoid-king-pin-shim-dana-44-closed-knuckle-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU20091\u003c\/a\u003e Drivers Side Upper King Pin Shims for vehicles with combination drivers side steering arm\/king pin with a trapezoid bolt pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeed More Info? \u003c\/strong\u003e Use the handy Links below to access over 40 years of Dan's product and vehicle specific Tech Notes to easily get the information you need for your vehicle's repair, maintenance, or upgrade project!\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDan the Gear Man® Tech Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note1\"\u003eKit Components\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003ca href=\"#note2\"\u003eDodge and IHC Truck Upper Bushings\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ca href=\"#note3\"\u003eDoes Not Fit Dana 44HD Axles\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ca href=\"#note4\"\u003eFord Open Knuckle Dampeners and Seals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePack Bearings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note6\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLubrication 1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note7\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLubrication 2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShims and Preload 1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note9\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShims and Preload 2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note10\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBearing Cup Installer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note11\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMatching Parts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#applications\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note1\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 1:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eKit Components\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eQK4617 Small Knuckle Bearing and Shim Kit Includes:\u003cbr\u003e(2) \u003ca href=\"\/products\/4939-tka4939-11-piece-premium-steering-knuckle-shim-kit-dana-25-44-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTKA4939\u003c\/a\u003e Premium Knuckle Shim Kit\u003cbr\u003e(1) \u003ca href=\"\/products\/50784-tk50784-small-knuckle-king-pin-bearing-only-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTK50784\u003c\/a\u003e King Pin Knuckle Bearing Kit\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note2\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 2:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDodge and IHC Truck Upper Bushings \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1960-1971 Dodge and IHC 4x4 trucks with standard Dana 44 Closed Knuckle Front Axles use either Keyed (1960-1964\/1965) or Splined 1964\/1965-1971 Bronze Upper Bushings instead of Bearings. The Bronze Bushings are more resistant to impact damage. Both GM and Jeep also had part numbers for the Keyed Upper Bushing, but we have not found a production civilian model that used them.\u003cbr\u003eDodge and IHC with bronze splined upper king pin bushings, also see: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/40569-qu40569-bronze-upper-knuckle-bushing-with-internal-splines\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU40569\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003eDodge and IHC with bronze keyed upper king pin bushings, also see: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/40564-qu40564-bronze-upper-knuckle-bushing-with-key-slot\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU40564\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note3\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 3:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDoes Not Fit Dana 44HD Axles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you have a Dana 44HD front axle with 12 bolt ball seals, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/4616-qk4616-dana-44-60-70-large-closed-knuckle-bearing-and-bushing-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQK4616\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/4618-qk4618-dana-44hd-dana-60-dana-70-large-closed-knuckle-bearing-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQK4618\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note4\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 4:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFord Open Knuckle Dampeners and Seals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1966-1971 Ford Axles with King Pins may have issues with \"Death Wobble\" an uncontrollable shaking of the steering wheel unless \u003ca href=\"\/products\/20096-qu20096-king-pin-dampener-and-seal-plate-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU20096\u003c\/a\u003e 3-piece Dampener Kits are installed for the upper King Pin Bearings in addition to the preload shims. You will also need to use the seal caps from \u003ca href=\"\/products\/20096-qu20096-king-pin-dampener-and-seal-plate-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU20096\u003c\/a\u003e Kits for for the lower King Bearing cups. Order 4 \u003ca href=\"\/products\/20096-qu20096-king-pin-dampener-and-seal-plate-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU20096\u003c\/a\u003e Kits per vehicle, but only use the dampener Bushing and Washer for the upper King Pins. Ford Open Knuckle Axles also require a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/20231-qu20231-king-pin-bearing-seal-for-1966-1971-ford-bronco-and-f100\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU20231\u003c\/a\u003e Seal for each King Pin Bearing (4 Total).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note5\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 5:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePack Bearings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou must pack your knuckle bearings with a suitable lubricant such as \u003ca href=\"\/products\/90018-qu90018-pyroplex-protection-es-2-synthetic-grease\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU90018\u003c\/a\u003e Pyroplex® Protection ES Synthetic Grease before installation to provide initial lubrication.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note6\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 6:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLubrication 1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn service, the knuckle bearings are designed to be bathed in a semi-liquid Closed Knuckle Lubricant inside the enclosed steering knuckle. If your 4x4 has lockout hubs, you should drive the vehicle with the hubs engaged at least once monthly so the axle shaft will fling lube to the upper knuckle bearing.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note7\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 7:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLubrication 2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe recommend our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/777-closed-knuckle-lubricant-for-closed-knuckle-4x4-front-axles\"\u003eClosed Knuckle Lube\u003c\/a\u003e for lubricating your Knuckle Bearings and Axle U-Joints. You can also use whatever lubricant specified in your original Operators Manual. If the vehicle manufacturer recommended steering knuckle lubricant is not available, Dana recommends SAE 140 grade gear lubricant for the knuckles. However, straight gear lube will almost always seep past the knuckle seal which covers the inside of the tires with oil, stains the garage floor and is unacceptable for current environmental standards. What I used to do, was mix SAE 250 weight gear lube with grease to make a semi-liquid lubricant which will flow into the bearings and u-joints, but not seep significantly past the seals.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note8\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 8:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eShims \u0026amp; Preload 1 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShims are used between the King Pin Caps and Steering Knuckles to set your Knuckle Bearing\/Bushing turning preload. More shims decreases preload, less shims increases preload. King Pin Caps are shimmed to put the specified turning preload on the bearings. The amount of turning preload on varies by vehicle and year but the value is measured by a beam or dial type torque wrench (refer to the vehicle manufacturer Service Manual for your specific model specification or if a manual is unavailable, see Tech Note 7). Too loose can cause poor steering or \"Death Wobble\", too tight will lead to rapid bearing failure, broken parts, and possible steering loss.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note9\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 9:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eShims and Preload 2 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Knuckle Bearings MUST be shimmed to provide correct knuckle turning preload. The critical measurement is the amount of force required to move the steering knuckle through the turning arc. The measurement is taken by attaching a beam or dial type torque wrench to one of the King Pin Cap screws. Do NOT install the knuckle seal, axle shaft, or tie rod before setting turning preload. Dana recommends the following turning preload for Dana 25, Dana 27, Dana 30, and standard Dana 44 steering knuckles:\u003cbr\u003e5-10 lbs. ft. for axles with tapered roller bearings top and bottom\u003cbr\u003e10-20 lbs. ft. for axles with upper bronze bushings\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note10\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 10:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBearing Cup Installer \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe small size of the bearing cups makes them a bit tricky to install. I recommend you also order optional \u003ca href=\"\/products\/1819-qt1819-knuckle-bearing-cup-installer-for-dana-25-27-30-44-front-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQT1819\u003c\/a\u003e Bearing Cup Installer separately.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note11\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 11:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMatching Parts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMatching Parts for King Pin Bearing Kit:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/50784-tk50784-small-knuckle-king-pin-bearing-only-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTK50784\u003c\/a\u003e Knuckle Bearing Only Kit\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/40564-qu40564-bronze-upper-knuckle-bushing-with-key-slot\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU40564\u003c\/a\u003e Keyed Upper King Pin Bushing for Early Dodge and IHC Dana 44\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/40569-qu40569-bronze-upper-knuckle-bushing-with-internal-splines\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU40569\u003c\/a\u003e Splined Upper King Pin Bushing for Dodge and IHC Dana 44\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/4939-tka4939-11-piece-premium-steering-knuckle-shim-kit-dana-25-44-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTKA4939\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/40773-qu40773-basic-closed-knuckle-shim-kit-for-dana-25-27-30-44-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU40773\u003c\/a\u003e Rectangular Knuckle Shim Kits\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/20091-qu20091-0-005-trapezoid-king-pin-shim-dana-44-closed-knuckle-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU20091\u003c\/a\u003e Trapezoid Knuckle Shim\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/40188-qu40188-8-bolt-spicer-knuckle-seal-kit-for-dana-25-27-30-44-front-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU40188\u003c\/a\u003e 8 Bolt Knuckle Ball Seal Kit Premium Genuine Dana\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/40025-qu40025-axle-shaft-to-spindle-bushing-for-most-dana-closed-knuckles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU40025\u003c\/a\u003e Spindle Bushing for Axle Shaft \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/40507-qa40507-axle-u-joint-for-closed-knuckle-dana-25-27-30-and-44-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQA40507\u003c\/a\u003e Axle Universal Joint \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/20096-qu20096-king-pin-dampener-and-seal-plate-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU20096\u003c\/a\u003e King Pin Dampener Kit for Ford Open Knuckle Axles\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/20231-qu20231-king-pin-bearing-seal-for-1966-1971-ford-bronco-and-f100\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU20231\u003c\/a\u003e Seal, For Ford Open Knuckle King Pin Bearings\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/1819-qt1819-knuckle-bearing-cup-installer-for-dana-25-27-30-44-front-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQT1819\u003c\/a\u003e Bearing Cup Installer\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/777-closed-knuckle-lubricant-for-closed-knuckle-4x4-front-axles\"\u003eClosed Knuckle Lube\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/chevy-gmc-manuals\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChevy \u0026amp; GMC Shop Manuals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dodge-ram-manuals\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDodge \u0026amp; Ram Shop Manuals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ford-manuals\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFord Shop Manuals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/jeep-manuals\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eJeep Shop Manuals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"applications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChevrolet\/GMC:\u003cbr\u003eClosed Knuckle standard Dana 44\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eK10\/K15, K20\/K25: 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDodge:\u003cbr\u003eClosed Knuckle standard Dana 44\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eW100, W200: 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFord:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClosed Knuckle Dana 25\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eGPW military: 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosed Knuckle Standard Dana 44\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eF-100: 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965\u003cbr\u003eF-250 with standard Model 44 Front Axle: 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpen Knuckle Dana 30\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eBronco: 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpen Knuckle Standard Dana 44\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eF-100: 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInternational:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosed Knuckle Dana 27, 30, 44\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eScout: 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971\u003cbr\u003e1\/2 ton and light 3\/4 ton: 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJeep \u003cbr\u003eClosed Knuckle Dana 25, 27, 30, and 44:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMilitary models MB, M38, M38A1, M170: 1941, 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945, 1946, 1947, 1948, 1950, 1951, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957\u003cbr\u003eAll civilian Jeeps: 1945, 1946, 1947, 1948, 1950, 1951, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971\u003cbr\u003eJeep J-Series full size 4x4s: 1972, 1973\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/50627-qu50627-timken-small-knuckle-bearing-cup\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU50627\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Torque King Rebuild Kits","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41656723996749,"sku":"4617","price":294.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/0206\/5741\/files\/QK4617-1.png?v=1772640040"},{"product_id":"40607-qu40607-0-003-king-pin-shim","title":"QU40607 0.003\" KING PIN SHIM","description":"\u003cp\u003eRECTANGULAR 0.003\" THICK STEEL KING PIN OR STEERING KNUCKLE SHIM FOR DANA SPICER MODEL 25, 27, 30 AND 44 CLOSED KNUCKLE FRONT AXLES WITH 8 BOLT BALL SEALS\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Torque King","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41657409536077,"sku":"40607","price":7.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/0206\/5741\/files\/qu40607_2__72977_9359__13045.1707880920.1280.1280.jpg?v=1742525153"},{"product_id":"40608-qu40608-0-005-king-pin-shim","title":"QU40608 0.005\" KING PIN SHIM","description":"\u003cp\u003eRECTANGULAR 0.005\" THICK STEEL KING PIN OR STEERING KNUCKLE SHIM FOR DANA SPICER MODEL 25, 27, 30 AND 44 CLOSED KNUCKLE FRONT AXLES WITH 8 BOLT BALL SEALS\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Torque King","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41657409601613,"sku":"40608","price":5.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/0206\/5741\/files\/qu40608_2__50098_9360__19098.1707880941.1280.1280.jpg?v=1742525171"},{"product_id":"40609-qu40609-0-010-king-pin-shim","title":"QU40609 0.010\" KING PIN SHIM","description":"\u003cp\u003eRECTANGULAR 0.010\" THICK STEEL KING PIN OR STEERING KNUCKLE SHIM FOR DANA SPICER MODEL 25, 27, 30 AND 44 CLOSED KNUCKLE FRONT AXLES WITH 8 BOLT BALL SEALS\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Torque King","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41657409667149,"sku":"40609","price":5.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/0206\/5741\/files\/qu40609_2__32366_9361__26466.1707880962.1280.1280.jpg?v=1742525189"},{"product_id":"40610-qu40610-0-030-king-pin-shim","title":"QU40610 0.030\" KING PIN SHIM","description":"\u003cp\u003eRECTANGULAR 0.030\" THICK STEEL KING PIN OR STEERING KNUCKLE SHIM FOR DANA SPICER MODEL 25, 27, 30 AND 44 CLOSED KNUCKLE FRONT AXLES WITH 8 BOLT BALL SEALS\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Torque King","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41657409699917,"sku":"40610","price":5.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/0206\/5741\/files\/qu40610_2__93445_9362__63285.1707880982.1280.1280.jpg?v=1742525207"},{"product_id":"40188-qu40188-8-bolt-spicer-knuckle-seal-kit-for-dana-25-27-30-44-front-axles","title":"QU40188 8 Bolt Spicer Knuckle Seal Kit for Dana 25, 27, 30, 44 Front Axles","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQU40188 Torque King Replacement 8 Bolt Knuckle Ball Seal Kit for Dana Spicer Front Axles\u003c\/strong\u003e for light 3\/4 ton and smaller Dana closed knuckle front axles in 1951-1975 4x4s with Dana Spicer Model 25, Model 27, Model 30, or standard Model 44 front drive axles with the small diameter knuckle ball. Kits include split metal backed ball seal, felt wiper seal, upgraded metal backing plates and 8 new serrated, flange head cap screws. \u003cstrong\u003eTwo kits required to service both sides\u003c\/strong\u003e of your front axle assembly. USA Made.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeed More Info? \u003c\/strong\u003e Use the handy Links below to access over 40 years of Dan's product and vehicle specific Tech Notes to easily get the information you need for your vehicle's repair, maintenance, or upgrade project!\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDan the Gear Man® Tech Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note1\"\u003eUse\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note2\"\u003ePrep\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note3\"\u003eLube\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note4\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFelt Wiper\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note6\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMatching Parts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#applications\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note1\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 1:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eUse\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDana Spicer axles were built with 2 sizes of closed steering knuckles. All Model 25. Model 27, and Model 30 closed knuckle axles use QU40188 8 Bolt Knuckle Seal as did standard duty Model 44 axles. Heavy duty Model 44 axles have the bigger Knuckle Ball and use \u003ca href=\"\/products\/4936-qa4936-12-bolt-knuckle-ball-seal-kit-for-dana-44hd-60-70-front-axles\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQA4936\u003c\/a\u003e 12 Bolt Seal. All Dana Spicer Model 60 and Model 70 closed knuckle axles use \u003ca href=\"\/products\/4936-qa4936-12-bolt-knuckle-ball-seal-kit-for-dana-44hd-60-70-front-axles\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQA4936\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note2\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 2:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePrep\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBefore installing your new QU40188 Knuckle Seal, apply a thin coat of grease to the knuckle ball to provide initial lubrication for the Seal. I also like to put a little SAE 250 weight gear lube around the inner circumference of the felt wiper so after it soaks in it will reduce friction between the felt and ball.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note3\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 3:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLube\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/777-closed-knuckle-lubricant-for-closed-knuckle-4x4-front-axles\"\u003eClosed Knuckle Lube\u003c\/a\u003e. The lubricant used in steering knuckles must be fairly thick, but still be able to flow a little bit. Straight gear lube will seep past the seal!\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note4\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 4:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eInstallation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe metal\/rubber seal ring is split so you can twist it open to clear the axle tube during installation. When you install the seal on the knuckle, place the split joint at the 12:00 o'clock position.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note5\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 5:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFelt Wiper\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe felt wiper needs to be cut before installation. Locate the cut at what will be the the 12:00 o'clock position when installed.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note6\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 6:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMatching Parts\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/777-closed-knuckle-lubricant-for-closed-knuckle-4x4-front-axles\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClosed Knuckle Lube\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/42009-qu42009-7-16-oe-taper-lock-wedge-dana-rear-axle-shafts-steering-arms\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU42009\u003c\/a\u003e Split Taper Wedge Bushing for Dana 44 Axles with 7\/16\" Steering Arms Studs\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/95036-qu95036-7-16-fine-thread-all-metal-class-c-usa-made-lock-nut\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU95036\u003c\/a\u003e 7\/16\" All Steel USA Made Lock Nut for Dana 44 7\/16\" Steering Arm Studs\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/95035-qu95035-3-8-fine-thread-class-c-lock-nut\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU95035\u003c\/a\u003e 3\/8\" All Steel USA Made Lock Nut for Dana 44 3\/8\" Upper King Pin Studs\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/40773-qu40773-basic-closed-knuckle-shim-kit-for-dana-25-27-30-44-axles\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU40773\u003c\/a\u003e\/\u003ca href=\"\/products\/4939-tka4939-11-piece-premium-steering-knuckle-shim-kit-dana-25-44-axles\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTKA4939\u003c\/a\u003e Set of Rectangular King Pin Shims\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/4617-qk4617-dana-axle-small-knuckle-bearing-and-shim-kit\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQK4617\u003c\/a\u003e\/\u003ca href=\"\/products\/50784-tk50784-small-knuckle-king-pin-bearing-only-kit\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTK50784\u003c\/a\u003e Knuckle Bearing Kits for Dana 25 to Dana 44 Closed Knuckle Front Axles\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/20091-qu20091-0-005-trapezoid-king-pin-shim-dana-44-closed-knuckle-axles\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU20091\u003c\/a\u003e\/\u003ca href=\"\/products\/20092-qu20092-drivers-side-upper-king-pin-0-010-trapezoid-knuckle-shim\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU20092\u003c\/a\u003e Trapezoid Knuckle Shims\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/50627-qu50627-timken-small-knuckle-bearing-cup\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU50627\u003c\/a\u003e King Pin Bearing Cup for Dana 44 Closed Knuckle Front Axles\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/8950628-qu50628-king-pin-or-knuckle-bearing-dana-25-27-30-44-axles\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU50628\u003c\/a\u003e King Pin Bearing for Dana 44 Closed Knuckle Front Axles\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/40395-qu40395-metal-hub-gasket-for-spicer-6-bolt-external-mount-hublocks\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU40395\u003c\/a\u003e 6 Bolt Inner Metal Hub Gasket for GM 3\/4 ton trucks with Dana Plastic Dial Factory Lockouts\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/40573-tk40573-6-bolt-front-hub-gasket-for-dana-44-ford-dana-60-front-axles\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTK40573\u003c\/a\u003e 6 Bolt Hub Gasket for Chevy, Dodge, and GMC plus Jeep J4800 with External Mount Lockouts\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/chevy-gmc-manuals\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChevy \u0026amp; GMC Shop Manuals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dodge-ram-manuals\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDodge \u0026amp; Ram Shop Manuals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ford-manuals\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFord Shop Manuals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/jeep-manuals\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eJeep Shop Manuals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"applications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChevrolet\/GMC:\u003cbr\u003eClosed Knuckle standard Dana 44\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eK10\/K15, K20\/K25: 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDodge:\u003cbr\u003eClosed Knuckle standard Dana 44\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eW100, W200: 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFord:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClosed Knuckle Dana 25\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eGPW military: 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosed Knuckle standard Dana 44\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eF-100: 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966\u003cbr\u003eF-250 with standard Model 44 Front Axle: 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInternational:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosed Knuckle Dana 27, 30, 44\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eScout: 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971\u003cbr\u003e1\/2 ton and light 3\/4 ton: 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJeep:\u003cbr\u003eClosed Knuckle Dana 25, 27, 30, and 44:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMilitary models MB, M38, M38A1, M170: 1941, 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945, 1946, 1947 1948, 1949, 1950, 1951, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957\u003cbr\u003eAll civilian Jeeps: 1945, 1946, 1947 1948, 1949, 1950, 1951, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971\u003cbr\u003eJeep J-Series full size 4x4s: 1972, 1973\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStudebaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosed Knuckle standard Dana 44\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e4x4 Pickups WITH 8 Bolt Seal: 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Torque King","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41657440436301,"sku":"40188","price":154.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/0206\/5741\/files\/QU40188_084705_1600__63051.1709160769.1280.1280.png?v=1742526634"},{"product_id":"40773-qu40773-basic-closed-knuckle-shim-kit-for-dana-25-27-30-44-axles","title":"QU40773 Basic Closed Knuckle Shim Kit for Dana 25, 27, 30, 44 Axles","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQU40773 Basic Knuckle Shim Kit for Dana Closed Knuckle Front Axles with 8 Bolt Ball Seals\u003c\/strong\u003e includes a variable amount of nominal 0.007\" thick rectangular shims (usually 16-20) with a total thickness of over 0.100\" used for setting knuckle rotating preload on 1941-1975 era Dana 25, Dana 27, Dana 30, and Dana 44 closed knuckle front axles. This Kit is low cost, but limited to use on axles where you can reuse some of your original shims due to the single thickness of shims included which makes it difficult to get precise knuckle turning preload unless you have other thicknesses of shims to incorporate in your shim pack. Imported. Order 2 Kits per axle.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFor Premium Knuckle Shim Kit, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/4939-tka4939-11-piece-premium-steering-knuckle-shim-kit-dana-25-44-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTKA4939\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeed More Info? \u003c\/strong\u003e Use the handy Links below to access over 40 years of Dan's product and vehicle specific Tech Notes to easily get the information you need for your vehicle's repair, maintenance, or upgrade project!\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDan the Gear Man® Tech Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note1\"\u003eTKA4939 vs. QU40773\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003ca href=\"#note2\"\u003eTurning Preload\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ca href=\"#note3\"\u003eTrapezoid Shims\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ca href=\"#note4\"\u003eMeasure\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMatching Parts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#applications\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note1\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 1:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTKA4939 vs. QU40773\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDana originally used 0.003\", 0.005\", 0.010\", and 0.030\" shims to set steering knuckle rotating preload on closed knuckle front axles. Our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/4939-tka4939-11-piece-premium-steering-knuckle-shim-kit-dana-25-44-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTKA4939\u003c\/a\u003e includes those four sizes which can be used to create almost any required shim pack. Our QU40773 Kit is inexpensive, but it ONLY includes a single thickness of shims (0.007\" nominal). Used by itself, QU40773 can only create shim packs in 0.007\" increments which is too great for precise adjustment. If you are on a tight budget AND want to do a good job, I recommend you order 1 each \u003ca href=\"\/products\/4939-tka4939-11-piece-premium-steering-knuckle-shim-kit-dana-25-44-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTKA4939\u003c\/a\u003e and QU40773 Kits which will allow you to save money compared to 2 \u003ca href=\"\/products\/4939-tka4939-11-piece-premium-steering-knuckle-shim-kit-dana-25-44-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTKA4939\u003c\/a\u003e Kits, but still give you the flexibility to make any shim packs needed.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note2\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 2:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTurning Preload\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShims are used between the King Pin Caps and Steering Knuckles to set your Knuckle Bearing\/Bushing turning preload. More shims decreases preload, less shims increases preload. I like to install at least one shim under each bearing cap to act as a gasket. How the shims are distributed between upper and lower caps is up to you. Rotating preload is set by the COMBINED shim pack for each knuckle. If you need a total of 0.050\" shims for your left knuckle, you can split the 0.050\" total between the upper and lower caps as you wish. Most knuckles will require from 0.045\" to 0.065\" of shims. If you need over 0.75\" shims per side, something is probably worn or incorrectly installed.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note3\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 3:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTrapezoid Shims\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSome axles (mainly pickups after 1963) will use Upper King Pin Caps\/Steering Arms with Trapezoid shaped shims. For these axles also see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/20091-qu20091-0-005-trapezoid-king-pin-shim-dana-44-closed-knuckle-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU20091\u003c\/a\u003e Product Page. (You will still need either QU40773 or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/4939-tka4939-11-piece-premium-steering-knuckle-shim-kit-dana-25-44-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTKA4939\u003c\/a\u003e Kits for the other King Pins.)\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note4\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 4:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMeasure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKing Pin Caps are shimmed to put the specified turning preload on the bearings. The amount of turning preload varies by vehicle and year but the value is measured by a beam or dial type torque wrench (refer to the vehicle manufacturer Service Manual for your specific model specification). Too loose can cause poor steering or \"Death Wobble\", too tight will lead to rapid bearing failure, broken parts, and possible steering loss.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note5\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 5:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMatching Parts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMatching Parts for Knuckle Shim Kits:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/40188-qu40188-8-bolt-spicer-knuckle-seal-kit-for-dana-25-27-30-44-front-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU40188\u003c\/a\u003e 8 Bolt Knuckle Ball Seal\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/4617-qk4617-dana-axle-small-knuckle-bearing-and-shim-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQK4617\u003c\/a\u003e Knuckle Bearing Kit\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/50784-tk50784-small-knuckle-king-pin-bearing-only-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTK50784\u003c\/a\u003e Torque King® Knuckle Bearing Only Kit\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/20091-qu20091-0-005-trapezoid-king-pin-shim-dana-44-closed-knuckle-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU20091\u003c\/a\u003e Trapezoid Knuckle Shim\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/50627-qu50627-timken-small-knuckle-bearing-cup\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU50627\u003c\/a\u003e Timken® Knuckle Bearing Cup\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/8950628-qu50628-king-pin-or-knuckle-bearing-dana-25-27-30-44-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU50628\u003c\/a\u003e Timken® Knuckle Bearing\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/chevy-gmc-manuals\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChevy \u0026amp; GMC Shop Manuals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dodge-ram-manuals\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDodge \u0026amp; Ram Shop Manuals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ford-manuals\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFord Shop Manuals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/jeep-manuals\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eJeep Shop Manuals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"applications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChevrolet\/GMC:\u003cbr\u003eClosed Knuckle standard Dana 44\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eK10\/K15, K20\/K25: 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDodge:\u003cbr\u003eClosed Knuckle standard Dana 44\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eW100, W200: 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFord:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClosed Knuckle Dana 25\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eGPW military: 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosed Knuckle standard Dana 44\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eF-100: 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966\u003cbr\u003eF-250 with standard Model 44 Front Axle: 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInternational:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosed Knuckle Dana 27, 30, 44\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eScout: 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971\u003cbr\u003e1\/2 ton and light 3\/4 ton: 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJeep:\u003cbr\u003eClosed Knuckle Dana 25, 27, 30, and 44:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMilitary models MB, M38, M38A1, M170: 1941, 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945, 1946, 1947, 1948, 1949, 1950, 1951, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957\u003cbr\u003eAll civilian Jeeps: 1945, 1946, 1947, 1948, 1949, 1950, 1951, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971\u003cbr\u003eJeep J-Series full size 4x4s: 1972, 1973\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStudebaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosed Knuckle standard Dana 44\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e4x4 Pickups: 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Quad 4x4","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41657521471565,"sku":"40773","price":10.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/0206\/5741\/files\/qu40773_1600__10533.1733428403.1280.1280.png?v=1742529284"},{"product_id":"42050-qu42050-0-005-king-pin-shim","title":"QU42050 0.005\" KING PIN SHIM","description":"\u003cp\u003e0.005\" KING PIN OR STEERING KNUCKLE SHIM FOR 1941-1975 DANA 25, DANA 27, DANA 30, AND STANDARD DANA 44 CLOSED KNUCKLE FRONT AXLES\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Torque King","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41658203832397,"sku":"42050","price":8.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/0206\/5741\/files\/qu42050_1_1200_clean__37362_14133__89876.1707899428.1280.1280.jpg?v=1742545341"},{"product_id":"5542080-qu42080u-used-king-pin-cap-with-king-pin","title":"QU42080U Used King Pin Cap with King Pin","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQU42080U Good Used King Pin Cap with King Pin\u003c\/strong\u003e for Dana 44HD, Dana 60, and Dana 70 closed knuckle front axles fits both lower and upper positions with bearings. Available while supplies last.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Used","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41658393952333,"sku":"5542080","price":36.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/0206\/5741\/files\/qu42080uclean__67699_9614__61825.1707900341.1280.1280.jpg?v=1742548680"},{"product_id":"440025-d440025-seal","title":"D440025 SEAL","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eD440025 8 Bolt Felt Wiper Seal\u003c\/strong\u003e is a Torque King Manufactured part for light 3\/4 ton and smaller Dana closed knuckle front axles in 1951-1975 4x4s with Dana Spicer Model 25, Model 27, Model 30, or standard Model 44 front drive axles with the small diameter knuckle ball. \u003cstrong\u003eTwo Wiper Seals required to service both sides\u003c\/strong\u003e of your front axle assembly. Montana Made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeed More Info? \u003c\/strong\u003e Use the handy Links below to access over 40 years of Dan's product and vehicle specific Tech Notes to easily get the information you need for your vehicle's repair, maintenance, or upgrade project!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDan the Gear Man® Tech Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note1\"\u003eUse\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note2\"\u003ePrep\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note3\"\u003eLube\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note4\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note5\"\u003eFelt Wiper\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note6\"\u003eMatching Parts\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#applications\"\u003eApplications\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note1\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 1:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eUse\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDana Spicer axles were built with 2 sizes of closed steering knuckles. All Model 25. Model 27, and Model 30 closed knuckle axles use QU40188 8 Bolt Knuckle Seal as did standard duty Model 44 axles. Heavy duty Model 44 axles have the bigger Knuckle Ball and use \u003ca href=\"\/products\/4936-qa4936-12-bolt-knuckle-ball-seal-kit-for-dana-44hd-60-70-front-axles\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQA4936\u003c\/a\u003e 12 Bolt Seal. All Dana Spicer Model 60 and Model 70 closed knuckle axles use \u003ca href=\"\/products\/4936-qa4936-12-bolt-knuckle-ball-seal-kit-for-dana-44hd-60-70-front-axles\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQA4936\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note2\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 2:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePrep\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBefore installing your new QU40188 Knuckle Seal, apply a thin coat of grease to the knuckle ball to provide initial lubrication for the Seal. I also like to put a little SAE 250 weight gear lube around the inner circumference of the felt wiper so after it soaks in it will reduce friction between the felt and ball.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note3\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 3:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLube\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/torqueking.com\/products\/777-closed-knuckle-lubricant-for-closed-knuckle-4x4-front-axles?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=closed\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClosed Knuckle Lube\u003c\/a\u003e. The lubricant used in steering knuckles must be fairly thick, but still be able to flow a little bit. Straight gear lube will seep past the seal!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note4\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 4:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eInstallation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe metal\/rubber seal ring is split so you can twist it open to clear the axle tube during installation. When you install the seal on the knuckle, place the split joint at the 12:00 o'clock position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note5\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 5:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFelt Wiper\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe felt wiper needs to be cut before installation. Locate the cut at what will be the the 12:00 o'clock position when installed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note6\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 6:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMatching Parts\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/777-closed-knuckle-lubricant-for-closed-knuckle-4x4-front-axles\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClosed Knuckle Lube\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/42009-qu42009-7-16-oe-taper-lock-wedge-dana-rear-axle-shafts-steering-arms\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU42009\u003c\/a\u003e Split Taper Wedge Bushing for Dana 44 Axles with 7\/16\" Steering Arms Studs\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/95036-qu95036-7-16-fine-thread-all-metal-class-c-usa-made-lock-nut\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU95036\u003c\/a\u003e 7\/16\" All Steel USA Made Lock Nut for Dana 44 7\/16\" Steering Arm Studs\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/95035-qu95035-3-8-fine-thread-class-c-lock-nut\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU95035\u003c\/a\u003e 3\/8\" All Steel USA Made Lock Nut for Dana 44 3\/8\" Upper King Pin Studs\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/40773-qu40773-basic-closed-knuckle-shim-kit-for-dana-25-27-30-44-axles\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU40773\u003c\/a\u003e\/\u003ca href=\"\/products\/4939-tka4939-11-piece-premium-steering-knuckle-shim-kit-dana-25-44-axles\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTKA4939\u003c\/a\u003e Set of Rectangular King Pin Shims\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/4617-qk4617-dana-axle-small-knuckle-bearing-and-shim-kit\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQK4617\u003c\/a\u003e\/\u003ca href=\"\/products\/50784-tk50784-small-knuckle-king-pin-bearing-only-kit\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTK50784\u003c\/a\u003e Knuckle Bearing Kits for Dana 25 to Dana 44 Closed Knuckle Front Axles\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/20091-qu20091-0-005-trapezoid-king-pin-shim-dana-44-closed-knuckle-axles\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU20091\u003c\/a\u003e\/\u003ca href=\"\/products\/20092-qu20092-drivers-side-upper-king-pin-0-010-trapezoid-knuckle-shim\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU20092\u003c\/a\u003e Trapezoid Knuckle Shims\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/50627-qu50627-timken-small-knuckle-bearing-cup\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU50627\u003c\/a\u003e King Pin Bearing Cup for Dana 44 Closed Knuckle Front Axles\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/8950628-qu50628-king-pin-or-knuckle-bearing-dana-25-27-30-44-axles\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU50628\u003c\/a\u003e King Pin Bearing for Dana 44 Closed Knuckle Front Axles\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/40395-qu40395-metal-hub-gasket-for-spicer-6-bolt-external-mount-hublocks\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU40395\u003c\/a\u003e 6 Bolt Inner Metal Hub Gasket for GM 3\/4 ton trucks with Dana Plastic Dial Factory Lockouts\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/40573-tk40573-6-bolt-front-hub-gasket-for-dana-44-ford-dana-60-front-axles\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTK40573\u003c\/a\u003e 6 Bolt Hub Gasket for Chevy, Dodge, and GMC plus Jeep J4800 with External Mount Lockouts\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/chevy-gmc-manuals\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChevy \u0026amp; GMC Shop Manuals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dodge-ram-manuals\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDodge \u0026amp; Ram Shop Manuals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ford-manuals\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFord Shop Manuals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/jeep-manuals\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eJeep Shop Manuals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"applications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChevrolet\/GMC:\u003cbr\u003eClosed Knuckle standard Dana 44\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eK10\/K15, K20\/K25: 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDodge:\u003cbr\u003eClosed Knuckle standard Dana 44\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eW100, W200: 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFord:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClosed Knuckle Dana 25\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eGPW military: 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosed Knuckle standard Dana 44\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eF-100: 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966\u003cbr\u003eF-250 with standard Model 44 Front Axle: 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInternational:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosed Knuckle Dana 27, 30, 44\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eScout: 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971\u003cbr\u003e1\/2 ton and light 3\/4 ton: 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJeep:\u003cbr\u003eClosed Knuckle Dana 25, 27, 30, and 44:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMilitary models MB, M38, M38A1, M170: 1941, 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945, 1946, 1947 1948, 1949, 1950, 1951, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957\u003cbr\u003eAll civilian Jeeps: 1945, 1946, 1947 1948, 1949, 1950, 1951, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971\u003cbr\u003eJeep J-Series full size 4x4s: 1972, 1973\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStudebaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosed Knuckle standard Dana 44\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e4x4 Pickups WITH 8 Bolt Seal: 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Torque King","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41658655440973,"sku":"440025","price":15.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/0206\/5741\/files\/D440025-2.png?v=1775109126"},{"product_id":"50627-qu50627-timken-small-knuckle-bearing-cup","title":"QU50627 Timken® Small Knuckle Bearing Cup","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQU50627 Timken® Small Knuckle Bearing Cup \u003c\/strong\u003efits all 1941 to 1975 Dana 25, Dana 27, Dana 30, and Dana 44 Standard Duty closed knuckle front axles in Chevy, Dodge, Ford, GMC, IHC, and Jeep 4x4s. QU50627 is also used on all 1966 to 1971 Ford Bronco and Ford F-100 open knuckle axles. Two of these Bearing Cups are used on each side of your front axle (4 total). The matching Bearing is \u003ca href=\"\/products\/8950628-qu50628-king-pin-or-knuckle-bearing-dana-25-27-30-44-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU50628\u003c\/a\u003e, See Tech Note 1 for Matching Upper Bushings used by Dodge and International. This is a First Class, original equipment quality bearing that meets or exceeds all vehicle manufacturer specifications making it the top choice for heavy-duty applications like yours. Country of origin may vary as Timken produces Bearings in plants located around the globe, however \u003ca href=\"\/products\/8950628-qu50628-king-pin-or-knuckle-bearing-dana-25-27-30-44-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQU50628\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/a\u003eis almost always made in either Canada or the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAlso See:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/50784-tk50784-small-knuckle-king-pin-bearing-only-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTK50784\u003c\/a\u003e Knuckle or King Pin Bearing Only Kit with 4 Bearings and 4 Cups\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/4617-qk4617-dana-axle-small-knuckle-bearing-and-shim-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQK4617\u003c\/a\u003e Knuckle Bearing and Shim Kit with Shims, 4 Bearings and 4 Cups\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeed More Info? \u003c\/strong\u003e Use the handy Links below to access over 40 years of Dan's product and vehicle specific Tech Notes to easily get the information you need for your vehicle's repair, maintenance, or upgrade project!\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDan the Gear Man® Tech Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note1\"\u003eDodge and IHC Upper Bushings\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003ca href=\"#note2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes Not Fit Dana 44HD Axles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ca href=\"#note3\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFord Open Knuckle Dampeners\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ca href=\"#note4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBearing Cup Installer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLubrication 1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note6\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLubrication 2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note7\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShims and Preload 1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShims and Preload 2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note9\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMatching Parts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#applications\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note1\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 1:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDodge and IHC Truck Upper Bushings \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1960-1971 Dodge and IHC 4x4 trucks with standard Dana 44 Closed Knuckle Front Axles use either Keyed (1960-1964\/1965) or Splined 1964\/1965-1971 Bronze Upper Bushings instead of Bearings. The Bronze Bushings are more resistant to impact damage. Both GM and Jeep also had part numbers for the Keyed Upper Bushing, but we have not found a production civilian model that used them.\u003cbr\u003eDodge and IHC with bronze splined upper king pin bushings, also see:\u003ca href=\"\/products\/40569-qu40569-bronze-upper-knuckle-bushing-with-internal-splines\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU40569\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003eDodge and IHC with bronze keyed upper king pin bushings, also see:\u003ca href=\"\/products\/40564-qu40564-bronze-upper-knuckle-bushing-with-key-slot\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU40564\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note2\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 2:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDoes Not Fit Dana 44HD Axles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you have a Dana 44HD front axle with 12 bolt ball seals, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/4616-qk4616-dana-44-60-70-large-closed-knuckle-bearing-and-bushing-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQK4616\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/4618-qk4618-dana-44hd-dana-60-dana-70-large-closed-knuckle-bearing-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQK4618\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note3\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 3:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFord Open Knuckle Dampeners\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1966-1971 Ford Axles with King Pins may have issues with \"Death Wobble\" an uncontrollable shaking of the steering wheel unless \u003ca href=\"\/products\/20096-qu20096-king-pin-dampener-and-seal-plate-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU20096\u003c\/a\u003e 3-piece Dampener Kits are installed for the upper King Pin Bearings in addition to the preload shims. You will also need to use the seal caps from \u003ca href=\"\/products\/20096-qu20096-king-pin-dampener-and-seal-plate-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU20096\u003c\/a\u003e Kits for for the lower King Bearing cups. Order 4 \u003ca href=\"\/products\/20096-qu20096-king-pin-dampener-and-seal-plate-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU20096\u003c\/a\u003e Kits per vehicle, but only use the dampener Bushing and Washer for the upper King Pins.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note4\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 4:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBearing Cup Installer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe small size of the bearing cups makes them a bit tricky to install. I recommend you also order optional \u003ca href=\"\/products\/1819-qt1819-knuckle-bearing-cup-installer-for-dana-25-27-30-44-front-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQT1819\u003c\/a\u003e Bearing Cup Installer separately.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note5\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 5:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLubrication 1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn service, the knuckle bearings are designed to be bathed in a semi-liquid Closed Knuckle Lubricant inside the enclosed steering knuckle. If your 4x4 has lockout hubs, you should drive the vehicle with the hubs engaged at least once monthly so the axle shaft will fling lube to the upper knuckle bearing.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note6\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 6:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLubrication 2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe recommend our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/777-closed-knuckle-lubricant-for-closed-knuckle-4x4-front-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClosed Knuckle Lube\u003c\/a\u003e for lubricating your Knuckle Bearings and Axle U-Joints. You can also use whatever lubricant specified in your original Operators Manual. If the vehicle manufacturer recommended steering knuckle lubricant is not available, Dana recommends SAE 140 grade gear lubricant for the knuckles. However, straight gear lube will almost always seep past the knuckle seal which covers the inside of the tires with oil, stains the garage floor and is unacceptable for current environmental standards. What I used to do, was mix SAE 250 weight gear lube with grease to make a semi-liquid lubricant which will flow into the bearings and u-joints, but not seep significantly past the seals.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note7\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 7:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eShims \u0026amp; Preload 1 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShims are used between the King Pin Caps and Steering Knuckles to set your Knuckle Bearing\/Bushing turning preload. More shims decreases preload, less shims increases preload. King Pin Caps are shimmed to put the specified turning preload on the bearings. The amount of turning preload on varies by vehicle and year but the value is measured by a beam or dial type torque wrench (refer to the vehicle manufacturer Service Manual for your specific model specification or if a manual is unavailable, see Tech Note 7). Too loose can cause poor steering or \"Death Wobble\", too tight will lead to rapid bearing failure, broken parts, and possible steering loss.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note8\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 8:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eShims and Preload 2 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Knuckle Bearings MUST be shimmed to provide correct knuckle turning preload. The critical measurement is the amount of force required to move the steering knuckle through the turning arc. The measurement is taken by attaching a beam or dial type torque wrench to one of the King Pin Cap screws. Do NOT install the knuckle seal, axle shaft, or tie rod before setting turning preload. Dana recommends the following turning preload for Dana 25, Dana 27, Dana 30, and standard Dana 44 steering knuckles:\u003cbr\u003e5-10 lbs. ft. for axles with tapered roller bearings top and bottom\u003cbr\u003e10-20 lbs. ft. for axles with upper bronze bushings\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note9\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 9:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMatching Parts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMatching Parts for King Pin Bearing Cups:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/8950628-qu50628-king-pin-or-knuckle-bearing-dana-25-27-30-44-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU50628\u003c\/a\u003e Knuckle Bearing\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/50784-tk50784-small-knuckle-king-pin-bearing-only-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTK50784\u003c\/a\u003e 8-Piece Knuckle Bearing and Cup Set\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/4617-qk4617-dana-axle-small-knuckle-bearing-and-shim-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQK4617\u003c\/a\u003e Knuckle Bearing and Shim Kit\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/40564-qu40564-bronze-upper-knuckle-bushing-with-key-slot\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU40564\u003c\/a\u003e Keyed Upper King Pin Bushing for Early Dodge and IHC Dana 44\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/40569-qu40569-bronze-upper-knuckle-bushing-with-internal-splines\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU40569\u003c\/a\u003e Splined Upper King Pin Bushing for Dodge and IHC Dana 44\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/4939-tka4939-11-piece-premium-steering-knuckle-shim-kit-dana-25-44-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTKA4939\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/40773-qu40773-basic-closed-knuckle-shim-kit-for-dana-25-27-30-44-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU40773\u003c\/a\u003e Rectangular Knuckle Shim Kits\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/20091-qu20091-0-005-trapezoid-king-pin-shim-dana-44-closed-knuckle-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU20091\u003c\/a\u003e Trapezoid Knuckle Shim\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/40188-qu40188-8-bolt-spicer-knuckle-seal-kit-for-dana-25-27-30-44-front-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU40188\u003c\/a\u003e 8 Bolt Knuckle Ball Seal Kit Premium Genuine Dana\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/40025-qu40025-axle-shaft-to-spindle-bushing-for-most-dana-closed-knuckles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU40025\u003c\/a\u003e Spindle Bushing for Axle Shaft \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/40507-qa40507-axle-u-joint-for-closed-knuckle-dana-25-27-30-and-44-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQA40507\u003c\/a\u003e Axle Universal Joint \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/20096-qu20096-king-pin-dampener-and-seal-plate-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU20096\u003c\/a\u003e King Pin Dampener Kit for Ford Open Knuckle Axles\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/20231-qu20231-king-pin-bearing-seal-for-1966-1971-ford-bronco-and-f100\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU20231\u003c\/a\u003e Seal, For Ford Open Knuckle King Pin Bearings\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/1819-qt1819-knuckle-bearing-cup-installer-for-dana-25-27-30-44-front-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQT1819\u003c\/a\u003e Bearing Cup Installer\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/777-closed-knuckle-lubricant-for-closed-knuckle-4x4-front-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClosed Knuckle Lube\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/chevy-gmc-manuals\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChevy \u0026amp; GMC Shop Manuals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dodge-ram-manuals\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDodge \u0026amp; Ram Shop Manuals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ford-manuals\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFord Shop Manuals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/jeep-manuals\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eJeep Shop Manuals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"applications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChevrolet\/GMC:\u003cbr\u003eClosed Knuckle standard Dana 44\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eK10\/K15, K20\/K25: 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDodge:\u003cbr\u003eClosed Knuckle standard Dana 44\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eW100, W200: 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFord:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClosed Knuckle Dana 25\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eGPW military: 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosed Knuckle Standard Dana 44\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eF-100: 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965\u003cbr\u003eF-250 with standard Model 44 Front Axle: 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpen Knuckle Dana 30\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eBronco: 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpen Knuckle Standard Dana 44\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eF-100: 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInternational:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosed Knuckle Dana 27, 30, 44\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eScout: 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971\u003cbr\u003e1\/2 ton and light 3\/4 ton: 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJeep \u003cbr\u003eClosed Knuckle Dana 25, 27, 30, and 44:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMilitary models MB, M38, M38A1, M170: 1941, 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945, 1946, 1947, 1948, 1950, 1951, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957\u003cbr\u003eAll civilian Jeeps: 1945, 1946, 1947, 1948, 1950, 1951, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971\u003cbr\u003eJeep J-Series full size 4x4s: 1972, 1973\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Timken","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41659029323853,"sku":"50627","price":16.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/0206\/5741\/files\/qu50627_1200_clean__44984_11670__73803.1707910652.1280.1280.jpg?v=1742583241"},{"product_id":"8950628-qu50628-king-pin-or-knuckle-bearing-dana-25-27-30-44-axles","title":"QU50628 King Pin or Knuckle Bearing Dana 25, 27, 30, 44 Axles","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQU50628 Small Knuckle or King Pin Bearing \u003c\/strong\u003e fits all 1941 to 1975 Dana 25, Dana 27, Dana 30, and Dana 44 Standard Duty closed knuckle front axles in Chevy, Dodge, Ford, GMC, IHC, and Jeep 4x4s. QU50628 is also used on all 1966 to 1971 Ford Bronco and Ford F-100 open knuckle axles. One or two of these Bearings are used on each side of your front axle, see Tech Note 1 below. The matching Bearing Cup is \u003ca href=\"\/products\/50627-qu50627-timken-small-knuckle-bearing-cup\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU50627\u003c\/a\u003e. This is a First Class, original equipment quality bearing that meets or exceeds all vehicle manufacturer specifications making it the top choice for heavy-duty applications like yours. Timken or Koyo bearing. Country of origin may vary as Timken and Koyo produces Bearings in plants located around the globe, however QU50628 is almost always made in either Canada or the United States. Sold individually.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAlso See:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/50784-tk50784-small-knuckle-king-pin-bearing-only-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTK50784\u003c\/a\u003e Knuckle or King Pin Bearing Only Kit with 4 Bearings and 4 Cups\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/4617-qk4617-dana-axle-small-knuckle-bearing-and-shim-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQK4617\u003c\/a\u003e Knuckle Bearing and Shim Kit with Shims, 4 Bearings and 4 Cups\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeed More Info? \u003c\/strong\u003e Use the handy Links below to access over 40 years of Dan's product and vehicle specific Tech Notes to easily get the information you need for your vehicle's repair, maintenance, or upgrade project!\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDan the Gear Man® Tech Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note1\"\u003eDodge and IHC Upper Bushings\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003ca href=\"#note2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes Not Fit Dana 44HD Axles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ca href=\"#note3\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFord Open Knuckle Dampeners\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ca href=\"#note4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePack Bearings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLubrication 1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note6\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLubrication 2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note7\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShims and Preload 1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShims and Preload 2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note9\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMatching Parts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#applications\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note1\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 1:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDodge and IHC Truck Upper Bushings \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1960-1971 Dodge and IHC 4x4 trucks with standard Dana 44 Closed Knuckle Front Axles use either Keyed (1960-1964\/1965) or Splined 1964\/1965-1971 Bronze Upper Bushings instead of Bearings. The Bronze Bushings are more resistant to impact damage. Both GM and Jeep also had part numbers for the Keyed Upper Bushing, but we have not found a production civilian model that used them.\u003cbr\u003eDodge and IHC with bronze splined upper king pin bushings, also see:\u003ca href=\"\/products\/40569-qu40569-bronze-upper-knuckle-bushing-with-internal-splines\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU40569\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003eDodge and IHC with bronze keyed upper king pin bushings, also see:\u003ca href=\"\/products\/40564-qu40564-bronze-upper-knuckle-bushing-with-key-slot\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU40564\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note2\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 2:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDoes Not Fit Dana 44HD Axles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you have a Dana 44HD front axle with 12 bolt ball seals, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/4616-qk4616-dana-44-60-70-large-closed-knuckle-bearing-and-bushing-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQK4616\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/4618-qk4618-dana-44hd-dana-60-dana-70-large-closed-knuckle-bearing-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQK4618\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note3\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 3:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFord Open Knuckle Dampeners\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1966-1971 Ford Axles with King Pins may have issues with \"Death Wobble\" an uncontrollable shaking of the steering wheel unless \u003ca href=\"\/products\/20096-qu20096-king-pin-dampener-and-seal-plate-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU20096\u003c\/a\u003e 3-piece Dampener Kits are installed for the upper King Pin Bearings in addition to the preload shims. You will also need to use the seal caps from \u003ca href=\"\/products\/20096-qu20096-king-pin-dampener-and-seal-plate-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU20096\u003c\/a\u003e Kits for for the lower King Bearing cups. Order 4 \u003ca href=\"\/products\/20096-qu20096-king-pin-dampener-and-seal-plate-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU20096\u003c\/a\u003e Kits per vehicle, but only use the dampener Bushing and Washer for the upper King Pins.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note4\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 4:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePack Bearings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou must pack your knuckle bearings with a suitable lubricant such as \u003ca href=\"\/products\/90018-qu90018-pyroplex-protection-es-2-synthetic-grease\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU90018\u003c\/a\u003e Pyroplex® Protection ES Synthetic Grease before installation to provide initial lubrication.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note5\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 5:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLubrication 1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn service, the knuckle bearings are designed to be bathed in a semi-liquid Closed Knuckle Lubricant inside the enclosed steering knuckle. If your 4x4 has lockout hubs, you should drive the vehicle with the hubs engaged at least once monthly so the axle shaft will fling lube to the upper knuckle bearing.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note6\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 6:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLubrication 2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe recommend our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/777-closed-knuckle-lubricant-for-closed-knuckle-4x4-front-axles\"\u003eClosed Knuckle Lube\u003c\/a\u003e for lubricating your Knuckle Bearings and Axle U-Joints. You can also use whatever lubricant specified in your original Operators Manual. If the vehicle manufacturer recommended steering knuckle lubricant is not available, Dana recommends SAE 140 grade gear lubricant for the knuckles. However, straight gear lube will almost always seep past the knuckle seal which covers the inside of the tires with oil, stains the garage floor and is unacceptable for current environmental standards. What I used to do, was mix SAE 250 weight gear lube with grease to make a semi-liquid lubricant which will flow into the bearings and u-joints, but not seep significantly past the seals.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note7\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 7:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eShims \u0026amp; Preload 1 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShims are used between the King Pin Caps and Steering Knuckles to set your Knuckle Bearing\/Bushing turning preload. More shims decreases preload, less shims increases preload. King Pin Caps are shimmed to put the specified turning preload on the bearings. The amount of turning preload on varies by vehicle and year but the value is measured by a beam or dial type torque wrench (refer to the vehicle manufacturer Service Manual for your specific model specification or if a manual is unavailable, see Tech Note 7). Too loose can cause poor steering or \"Death Wobble\", too tight will lead to rapid bearing failure, broken parts, and possible steering loss.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note8\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 8:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eShims and Preload 2 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Knuckle Bearings MUST be shimmed to provide correct knuckle turning preload. The critical measurement is the amount of force required to move the steering knuckle through the turning arc. The measurement is taken by attaching a beam or dial type torque wrench to one of the King Pin Cap screws. Do NOT install the knuckle seal, axle shaft, or tie rod before setting turning preload. Dana recommends the following turning preload for Dana 25, Dana 27, Dana 30, and standard Dana 44 steering knuckles:\u003cbr\u003e5-10 lbs. ft. for axles with tapered roller bearings top and bottom\u003cbr\u003e10-20 lbs. ft. for axles with upper bronze bushings\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note9\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 9:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMatching Parts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMatching Parts for King Pin Bearings:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/50627-qu50627-timken-small-knuckle-bearing-cup\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU50627\u003c\/a\u003e Knuckle Bearing Cup\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/50784-tk50784-small-knuckle-king-pin-bearing-only-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTK50784\u003c\/a\u003e 8-Piece Knuckle Bearing and Cup Set\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/4617-qk4617-dana-axle-small-knuckle-bearing-and-shim-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQK4617\u003c\/a\u003e Knuckle Bearing and Shim Kit\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/40564-qu40564-bronze-upper-knuckle-bushing-with-key-slot\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU40564\u003c\/a\u003e Keyed Upper King Pin Bushing for Early Dodge and IHC Dana 44\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/40569-qu40569-bronze-upper-knuckle-bushing-with-internal-splines\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU40569\u003c\/a\u003e Splined Upper King Pin Bushing for Dodge and IHC Dana 44\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/4939-tka4939-11-piece-premium-steering-knuckle-shim-kit-dana-25-44-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTKA4939\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/40773-qu40773-basic-closed-knuckle-shim-kit-for-dana-25-27-30-44-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU40773\u003c\/a\u003e Rectangular Knuckle Shim Kits\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/20091-qu20091-0-005-trapezoid-king-pin-shim-dana-44-closed-knuckle-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU20091\u003c\/a\u003e Trapezoid Knuckle Shim\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/40188-qu40188-8-bolt-spicer-knuckle-seal-kit-for-dana-25-27-30-44-front-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU40188\u003c\/a\u003e 8 Bolt Knuckle Ball Seal Kit Premium Genuine Dana\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/40025-qu40025-axle-shaft-to-spindle-bushing-for-most-dana-closed-knuckles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU40025\u003c\/a\u003e Spindle Bushing for Axle Shaft \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/40507-qa40507-axle-u-joint-for-closed-knuckle-dana-25-27-30-and-44-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQA40507\u003c\/a\u003e Axle Universal Joint \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/20096-qu20096-king-pin-dampener-and-seal-plate-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU20096\u003c\/a\u003e King Pin Dampener Kit for Ford Open Knuckle Axles\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/20231-qu20231-king-pin-bearing-seal-for-1966-1971-ford-bronco-and-f100\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU20231\u003c\/a\u003e Seal, For Ford Open Knuckle King Pin Bearings\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/1819-qt1819-knuckle-bearing-cup-installer-for-dana-25-27-30-44-front-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQT1819\u003c\/a\u003e Bearing Cup Installer\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/777-closed-knuckle-lubricant-for-closed-knuckle-4x4-front-axles\"\u003eClosed Knuckle Lube\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/chevy-gmc-manuals\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChevy \u0026amp; GMC Shop Manuals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dodge-ram-manuals\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDodge \u0026amp; Ram Shop Manuals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ford-manuals\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFord Shop Manuals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/jeep-manuals\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eJeep Shop Manuals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"applications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChevrolet\/GMC:\u003cbr\u003eClosed Knuckle standard Dana 44\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eK10\/K15, K20\/K25: 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDodge:\u003cbr\u003eClosed Knuckle standard Dana 44\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eW100, W200: 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFord:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClosed Knuckle Dana 25\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eGPW military: 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosed Knuckle Standard Dana 44\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eF-100: 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965\u003cbr\u003eF-250 with standard Model 44 Front Axle: 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpen Knuckle Dana 30\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eBronco: 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpen Knuckle Standard Dana 44\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eF-100: 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInternational:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosed Knuckle Dana 27, 30, 44\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eScout: 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971\u003cbr\u003e1\/2 ton and light 3\/4 ton: 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJeep \u003cbr\u003eClosed Knuckle Dana 25, 27, 30, and 44:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMilitary models: MB, M38, M38A1, M170 1941, 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945, 1946, 1947, 1948, 1950, 1951, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957\u003cbr\u003eAll civilian Jeeps: 1945, 1946, 1947, 1948, 1950, 1951, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971\u003cbr\u003eJeep J-Series full size 4x4s: 1972, 1973\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Quad 4x4","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41660224929869,"sku":"8950628","price":42.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/0206\/5741\/files\/qu50628_1200_clean__47856_11667__14769.1707925108.1280.1280.jpg?v=1742667992"},{"product_id":"5542003-qu42003u-used-king-pin-cap-for-dana-25-44-closed-knuckle-front-axles","title":"QU42003U Used King Pin Cap for Dana 25-44 Closed Knuckle Front Axles","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQU42003U Used King Pin Cap for Dana Closed Knuckle Front Axles\u003c\/strong\u003e is a good used, one piece King Pin Cap with King Ping that fit most upper and lower King Pin positions on Dana 25, Dana 27, Dana 30 and standard Dana 44 closed knuckle front axles from the 1940's to 1975. These King Pins, which have a rectangular bolt pattern with 4 holes for 3\/8\" studs or bolts are used as the lower upper King Pins for just about all Chevy, Dodge, Ford, GMC, IHC, and Jeep closed knuckle Dana 44 and smaller axles. QU42003U is also used as the passenger side upper King Pin on Jeep and Ford plus those Chevy, Dodge, GMC vehicles that use a King Pin Bearing instead of a bronze bushing. Available while supplies last.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Used","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41660494774349,"sku":"5542003","price":26.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/0206\/5741\/files\/qu42003uclean__06170_9572__36563.1707937687.1280.1280.jpg?v=1742687252"},{"product_id":"50784-tk50784-small-knuckle-king-pin-bearing-only-kit","title":"TK50784 Small Knuckle King Pin Bearing Only Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTK50784 Small Knuckle Bearing Only Kit \u003c\/strong\u003e fits all 1941 to 1975 Dana 25, Dana 27, Dana 30, and Dana 44 Standard Duty closed knuckle front axles in Chevy, Dodge, Ford, GMC, IHC, and Jeep 4x4s. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/8950628-qu50628-king-pin-or-knuckle-bearing-dana-25-27-30-44-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU50628\u003c\/a\u003e is also used on all 1966 to 1971 Ford Bronco and Ford F-100 open knuckle axles. Kit includes 4 each \u003ca href=\"\/products\/50627-qu50627-timken-small-knuckle-bearing-cup\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU50627\u003c\/a\u003e Timken® Knuckle Bearing Cups and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/8950628-qu50628-king-pin-or-knuckle-bearing-dana-25-27-30-44-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU50628\u003c\/a\u003e Timken® or Koyo Knuckle Bearings. This is a First Class, original equipment quality bearing that meets or exceeds all vehicle manufacturer specifications making it the top choice for heavy-duty applications like yours. Country of origin may vary as Timken® and Koyo produces Bearings in plants located around the globe, however \u003ca href=\"\/products\/50627-qu50627-timken-small-knuckle-bearing-cup\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU50627\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/8950628-qu50628-king-pin-or-knuckle-bearing-dana-25-27-30-44-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU50628\u003c\/a\u003e are almost always made in either Canada or the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeed More Info? \u003c\/strong\u003e Use the handy Links below to access over 40 years of Dan's product and vehicle specific Tech Notes to easily get the information you need for your vehicle's repair, maintenance, or upgrade project!\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDan the Gear Man® Tech Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note1\"\u003eDodge and IHC Upper Bushings\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003ca href=\"#note2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes Not Fit Dana 44HD Axles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ca href=\"#note3\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFord Open Knuckle Dampeners and Seals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ca href=\"#note4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePack Bearings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLubrication 1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note6\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLubrication 2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note7\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShims and Preload 1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShims and Preload 2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note10\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMatching Parts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#applications\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note9\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBearing Cup Installer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note1\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 1:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDodge and IHC Truck Upper Bushings \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1960-1971 Dodge and IHC 4x4 trucks with standard Dana 44 Closed Knuckle Front Axles use either Keyed (1960-1964\/1965) or Splined 1964\/1965-1971 Bronze Upper Bushings instead of Bearings. The Bronze Bushings are more resistant to impact damage. Both GM and Jeep also had part numbers for the Keyed Upper Bushing, but we have not found a production civilian model that used them.\u003cbr\u003eDodge and IHC with bronze splined upper king pin bushings, also see:\u003ca href=\"\/products\/40569-qu40569-bronze-upper-knuckle-bushing-with-internal-splines\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU40569\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003eDodge and IHC with bronze keyed upper king pin bushings, also see:\u003ca href=\"\/products\/40564-qu40564-bronze-upper-knuckle-bushing-with-key-slot\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU40564\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note2\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 2:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDoes Not Fit Dana 44HD Axles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you have a Dana 44HD front axle with 12 bolt ball seals, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/4616-qk4616-dana-44-60-70-large-closed-knuckle-bearing-and-bushing-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQK4616\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/4618-qk4618-dana-44hd-dana-60-dana-70-large-closed-knuckle-bearing-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQK4618\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note3\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 3:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFord Open Knuckle Dampeners and Seals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1966-1971 Ford Axles with King Pins may have issues with \"Death Wobble\" an uncontrollable shaking of the steering wheel unless \u003ca href=\"\/products\/20096-qu20096-king-pin-dampener-and-seal-plate-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU20096\u003c\/a\u003e 3-piece Dampener Kits are installed for the upper King Pin Bearings in addition to the preload shims. You will also need to use the seal caps from \u003ca href=\"\/products\/20096-qu20096-king-pin-dampener-and-seal-plate-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU20096\u003c\/a\u003e Kits for for the lower King Bearing cups. Order 4 \u003ca href=\"\/products\/20096-qu20096-king-pin-dampener-and-seal-plate-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU20096\u003c\/a\u003e Kits per vehicle, but only use the dampener Bushing and Washer for the upper King Pins. Ford Open Knuckle Axles also require a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/20231-qu20231-king-pin-bearing-seal-for-1966-1971-ford-bronco-and-f100\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU20231\u003c\/a\u003e Seal for each King Pin Bearing (4 Total).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note4\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 4:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePack Bearings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou must pack your knuckle bearings with a suitable lubricant such as \u003ca href=\"\/products\/90018-qu90018-pyroplex-protection-es-2-synthetic-grease\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU90018\u003c\/a\u003e Pyroplex® Protection ES Synthetic Grease before installation to provide initial lubrication.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note5\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 5:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLubrication 1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn service, the knuckle bearings are designed to be bathed in a semi-liquid Closed Knuckle Lubricant inside the enclosed steering knuckle. If your 4x4 has lockout hubs, you should drive the vehicle with the hubs engaged at least once monthly so the axle shaft will fling lube to the upper knuckle bearing.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note6\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 6:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLubrication 2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe recommend our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/777-closed-knuckle-lubricant-for-closed-knuckle-4x4-front-axles\"\u003eClosed Knuckle Lube\u003c\/a\u003e for lubricating your Knuckle Bearings and Axle U-Joints. You can also use whatever lubricant specified in your original Operators Manual. If the vehicle manufacturer recommended steering knuckle lubricant is not available, Dana recommends SAE 140 grade gear lubricant for the knuckles. However, straight gear lube will almost always seep past the knuckle seal which covers the inside of the tires with oil, stains the garage floor and is unacceptable for current environmental standards. What I used to do, was mix SAE 250 weight gear lube with grease to make a semi-liquid lubricant which will flow into the bearings and u-joints, but not seep significantly past the seals.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note7\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 7:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eShims \u0026amp; Preload 1 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShims are used between the King Pin Caps and Steering Knuckles to set your Knuckle Bearing\/Bushing turning preload. More shims decreases preload, less shims increases preload. King Pin Caps are shimmed to put the specified turning preload on the bearings. The amount of turning preload on varies by vehicle and year but the value is measured by a beam or dial type torque wrench (refer to the vehicle manufacturer Service Manual for your specific model specification or if a manual is unavailable, see Tech Note 7). Too loose can cause poor steering or \"Death Wobble\", too tight will lead to rapid bearing failure, broken parts, and possible steering loss.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note8\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 8:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eShims and Preload 2 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Knuckle Bearings MUST be shimmed to provide correct knuckle turning preload. The critical measurement is the amount of force required to move the steering knuckle through the turning arc. The measurement is taken by attaching a beam or dial type torque wrench to one of the King Pin Cap screws. Do NOT install the knuckle seal, axle shaft, or tie rod before setting turning preload. Dana recommends the following turning preload for Dana 25, Dana 27, Dana 30, and standard Dana 44 steering knuckles:\u003cbr\u003e5-10 lbs. ft. for axles with tapered roller bearings top and bottom\u003cbr\u003e10-20 lbs. ft. for axles with upper bronze bushings\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note9\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 9:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBearing Cup Installer \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe small size of the bearing cups makes them a bit tricky to install. I recommend you also order optional \u003ca href=\"\/products\/1819-qt1819-knuckle-bearing-cup-installer-for-dana-25-27-30-44-front-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQT1819\u003c\/a\u003e Bearing Cup Installer separately.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note10\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 10:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMatching Parts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/4617-qk4617-dana-axle-small-knuckle-bearing-and-shim-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQK4617\u003c\/a\u003e Knuckle Bearing and Shim Kit\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/40564-qu40564-bronze-upper-knuckle-bushing-with-key-slot\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU40564\u003c\/a\u003e Keyed Upper King Pin Bushing for Early Dodge and IHC Dana 44\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/40569-qu40569-bronze-upper-knuckle-bushing-with-internal-splines\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU40569\u003c\/a\u003e Splined Upper King Pin Bushing for Dodge and IHC Dana 44\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/4939-tka4939-11-piece-premium-steering-knuckle-shim-kit-dana-25-44-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTKA4939\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/40773-qu40773-basic-closed-knuckle-shim-kit-for-dana-25-27-30-44-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU40773\u003c\/a\u003e Rectangular Knuckle Shim Kits\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/20091-qu20091-0-005-trapezoid-king-pin-shim-dana-44-closed-knuckle-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU20091\u003c\/a\u003e Trapezoid Knuckle Shim\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/40188-qu40188-8-bolt-spicer-knuckle-seal-kit-for-dana-25-27-30-44-front-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU40188\u003c\/a\u003e 8 Bolt Knuckle Ball Seal Kit Premium Genuine Dana\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/40025-qu40025-axle-shaft-to-spindle-bushing-for-most-dana-closed-knuckles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU40025\u003c\/a\u003e Spindle Bushing for Axle Shaft \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/40507-qa40507-axle-u-joint-for-closed-knuckle-dana-25-27-30-and-44-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQA40507\u003c\/a\u003e Axle Universal Joint \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/20096-qu20096-king-pin-dampener-and-seal-plate-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU20096\u003c\/a\u003e King Pin Dampener Kit for Ford Open Knuckle Axles\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/20231-qu20231-king-pin-bearing-seal-for-1966-1971-ford-bronco-and-f100\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU20231\u003c\/a\u003e Seal, For Ford Open Knuckle King Pin Bearings\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/1819-qt1819-knuckle-bearing-cup-installer-for-dana-25-27-30-44-front-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQT1819\u003c\/a\u003e Bearing Cup Installer\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/777-closed-knuckle-lubricant-for-closed-knuckle-4x4-front-axles\"\u003eClosed Knuckle Lube\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/chevy-gmc-manuals\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChevy \u0026amp; GMC Shop Manuals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dodge-ram-manuals\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDodge \u0026amp; Ram Shop Manuals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ford-manuals\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFord Shop Manuals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/jeep-manuals\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eJeep Shop Manuals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"applications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChevrolet\/GMC:\u003cbr\u003eClosed Knuckle standard Dana 44\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eK10\/K15, K20\/K25: 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDodge:\u003cbr\u003eClosed Knuckle standard Dana 44\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eW100, W200: 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFord:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClosed Knuckle Dana 25\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eGPW military: 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosed Knuckle Standard Dana 44\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eF-100: 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965\u003cbr\u003eF-250 with standard Model 44 Front Axle: 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpen Knuckle Dana 30\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eBronco: 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpen Knuckle Standard Dana 44\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eF-100: 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInternational:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosed Knuckle Dana 27, 30, 44\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eScout: 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971\u003cbr\u003e1\/2 ton and light 3\/4 ton: 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJeep \u003cbr\u003eClosed Knuckle Dana 25, 27, 30, and 44:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMilitary models MB, M38, M38A1, M170: 1941, 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945, 1946, 1947, 1948, 1950, 1951, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957\u003cbr\u003eAll civilian Jeeps: 1945, 1946, 1947, 1948, 1950, 1951, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971\u003cbr\u003eJeep J-Series full size 4x4s: 1972, 1973\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Torque King Rebuild Kits","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41660517646413,"sku":"50784","price":207.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/0206\/5741\/files\/tk50784_2__54746_8976__49639.1707938130.1280.1280.jpg?v=1742688227"},{"product_id":"777-closed-knuckle-lubricant-for-closed-knuckle-4x4-front-axles","title":"Closed Knuckle Axle Lubricant for Closed Knuckle 4x4 Front Axles","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosed Knuckle Lubricant for Closed Knuckle 4x4 Front Axles\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-quality, rust-inhibited, dark brown lithium based Extreme Pressure semi-flowable Grease with good water resistance and long life and is the perfect lube for using in all closed knuckle front axle knuckle balls to lubricate the axle u-joints and knuckle bearings. Each tube contains approximately 11 fl.oz. of lubricant. Note: Closed Knuckle Lubricant is now in a caulking gun tube and it replaces QU90004 16 oz. bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Amount:\u003cbr\u003eSmall Dana 44 (8 bolt knuckle)\u003c\/strong\u003e use 6oz per side. Buy 2 tubes for each axle.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge, Heavy Duty Dana 44, Dana 60 and Dana 70 (12 bolt knuckle)\u003c\/strong\u003e can use up to 16oz per side. The amount varies on which type of Dana axle you have. Buy 3 tubes for each axle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeed More Info? \u003c\/strong\u003e Use the handy Links below to access over 40 years of Dan's product and vehicle specific Tech Notes to easily get the information you need for your vehicle's repair, maintenance, or upgrade project!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDan the Gear Man® Tech Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"#note1\"\u003eProduct Note\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003ca href=\"#note2\"\u003eLeaking Differential Oil\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ca href=\"#sds\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note1\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 1:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eProduct Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUnlike conventional grease, Closed Knuckle Lubricant is thin enough to ooze into the axle u-joints and knuckle bearings\/bushings. Differing from conventional SAE 140 and SAE 250 gear lubes, the high viscosity, semi-fluid nature of our Closed Knuckle Lubricant insures it will NOT significantly leak past Knuckle Ball Seals that are in good condition. This combination of properties makes Closed Knuckle Lubricant the ideal product for closed knuckle u-joint and king pin bearing\/bushing lubrication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"note2\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTech Note 2:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLeaking Differential Oil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDue to the age of Dana Closed Knuckle axles, one often finds the inner axle oil seals are leaking differential oil down the axle tubes and into the Knuckle Ball. Besides the obvious risk of burning up your gear set from lack of lubrication, the leaked out gear lube will dilute your Closed Knuckle Lubricant and in advanced cases wash out the front wheel bearing grease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"sds\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety Data Sheets:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e 65\u003cbr\u003eNo Products were found (source MSDS 11\/02\/2016)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000\"\u003eApplications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e8-Bolt and 12-Bolt Closed Knuckle 4x4 Front Axles\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Torque King","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41660539895885,"sku":"777","price":18.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/0206\/5741\/files\/closedknucklelube_sg__10885_7073__62807__79977_46863__00708.1708622719.1280.1280.jpg?v=1742690540"},{"product_id":"42187-qu42187-8-bolt-knuckle-seal-kit","title":"QU42187 8 Bolt Knuckle Seal Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQU42187 Replacement 8 bolt Knuckle Ball Seal Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e for Dana 25, 27, 30, 44 closed knuckle front axles is a good quality, low price reproduction Knuckle Seal Kit for all 1941-1975 Dana 25, Dana 27, Dana 30, and standard Dana 44 Closed Knuckle Front Axles in Chevy, Dodge, Ford, IHC, and Jeep 4x4s. Imported.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/40188-qu40188-8-bolt-spicer-knuckle-seal-kit-for-dana-25-27-30-44-front-axles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQU40188\u003c\/a\u003e USA made Replacement Knuckle Seal Kit\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Torque King","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41660552839245,"sku":"42187","price":34.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/0206\/5741\/files\/qu42187clean__73145_8390__17480.1707940556.1280.1280.jpg?v=1742691802"},{"product_id":"42080-qu42080-king-pin-cap-w-king-pin","title":"QU42080 King Pin Cap w King Pin","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQU42080 King Pin Cap with King Pin\u003c\/strong\u003e for Dana 44HD, Dana 60, and Dana 70 closed knuckle front axles fits both lower and upper positions with bearings\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dana Spicer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41660971352141,"sku":"42080","price":19.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/0206\/5741\/files\/qu42080_1_1200_clean__49379_16317__43694.1707958092.1280.1280.jpg?v=1742722300"},{"product_id":"42003-qu42003-king-pin-cap","title":"QU42003 King Pin Cap","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQU42003 King Pin Cap\u003c\/strong\u003e for Dana Closed Knuckle Front Axles is a one piece King Pin Cap with King Ping that fit most upper and lower King Pin positions on Dana 25, Dana 27, Dana 30, and standard Dana 44 closed knuckle front axles from the 1940's to 1975. This King Pin, which has a rectangular bolt pattern with 4 holes for 3\/8\" studs or bolts are used as the lower upper King Pin for just about all Chevy, Dodge, Ford, GMC, IHC, and Jeep closed knuckle Dana 44 and smaller axles. QU42003 is also used as the passenger side upper King Pin on Jeep and Ford, plus those Chevy, Dodge, GMC vehicles that use a King Pin Bearing instead of a bronze bushing. 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For Plain Bearing Caps, use TK42234!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Torque King","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41661069525069,"sku":"42240","price":21.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/0206\/5741\/files\/tk42240_thmb__55750_23750__19404.1707962470.1280.1280.png?v=1779431015"},{"product_id":"42384-tk42384-knuckle-seal-for-8-bolt-steering-knuckles","title":"TK42384 Knuckle Seal for 8 Bolt Steering Knuckles","description":"\u003cp\u003eTK42384 Torque King Replacement Knuckle Seal for 8 bolt steering knuckles on light 3\/4 ton and smaller Dana closed knuckle front axles in 1951-1975 4x4s with Dana Spicer Model 25, Model 27, Model 30, or standard Model 44 front drive axles with the small diameter knuckle ball.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Torque King 4x4","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42137216090189,"sku":"42384","price":54.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/0206\/5741\/files\/TK42384-3__13220.webp?v=1758998657"},{"product_id":"42385-tk42385-seal-retainer-half-for-8-bolt-closed-knuckle-front-axles","title":"TK42385 Seal Retainer Half for 8 Bolt Closed Knuckle Front Axles","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTK42385 Torque King Replacement 8 Bolt Knuckle Seal Retainer Half\u003c\/strong\u003e is thicker than OE, stainless steel, and a corrosion resistant replacement to the existing seal retainer on the light 3\/4 ton and smaller Dana closed knuckle front axles in 1951-1975 4x4s with Dana Spicer Model 25, Model 27, Model 30, or standard Model 44 front drive axles with the small diameter knuckle ball. Made in USA. Sold individually. \u003cstrong\u003eOrder 2 per side.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Torque King 4x4","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42137216155725,"sku":"42385","price":54.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/0206\/5741\/files\/TK42385-2__64393.webp?v=1758998707"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/0206\/5741\/collections\/closed_20knuckle_20parts__20535_19d1ccbf-7968-4578-800b-2544b8a9590f.jpg?v=1773182289","url":"https:\/\/torqueking.com\/collections\/closed-knuckle-1962-1973-jeep-dana-44.oembed","provider":"Torque King 4x4","version":"1.0","type":"link"}