How much does it cost to solid axle swap a car?

The process generally costs around $2500-$3000, depending on how involved the engineer needs to be throughout. However, it’s a vital component to ensure the vehicle is legal and safely built.

What vehicles have a straight axle?

Even though we are now down to just three new vehicle models available with a solid front axle in the U.S.—Jeep Wrangler, Ford Super Duty, and Ram heavy-duty trucks (four if you count the über-expensive Mercedes G-class)—we’re still huge proponents of the driven beam axle construction for off-road use.

What do straight axles do?

With a straight axle, as one side travels upwards, like when climbing over a rock, the opposite side is pushed down into the ground. Both tires will be planted. In an independent design, as one wheel moves up, it lifts the entire front end.

Is a solid axle better for off-road?

When it comes to off-road travel, as one side of the solid axle is forced up or down, the other side is forced in the opposite direction. IFS doesn’t operate this way because each side is working independently. This means that the solid axle has more chance of traction than with an IFS rig.

What is the dead axle?

Definition of dead axle : an axle that carries a road wheel but has no provision for driving it.

What is a straight axle swap?

A “solid axle swap” refers to replacing Independent Suspension with a solid or beam axle. There is still an operational differential.

What is straight axle front end?

A straight axle is a type of axle used on the front suspension of a custom, performance or drag racing vehicle. The use of a straight axle on the front suspension of nearly any type of vehicle necessitates the removal of the stock front suspension pieces from the vehicle’s chassis.

What causes bump steer on a straight axle?

Bump steer is caused when one wheel of an axle, say the right front, goes over a bump. The axle rises on the right side tilting the axle so that it is no longer parallel with the ground.

What is the difference between a straight axle and a drop axle?

A Straight Axle is what you might expect — a straight beam with hubs at the ends. A Drop Axle just allows the trailer to sit lower, usually 4″ for a leaf spring style.

What kind of axle swap does a Nissan Hardbody have?

Nissan Hardbody (D21) solid axle swap / straight axle swap kits and parts. Custom Length 1310 Flange C.V. Driveshaft up to 38″ measured from flange center to U-Joint Center with vehicle at ride height. Intended for use with Dana 44 strap style 1310 yoke.

Do you offer genuine Nissan axle shafts?

We offer a full selection of genuine Nissan Axle Shafts, engineered specifically to restore factory performance. Please narrow the Car Axle Shaft results by selecting the vehicle.

What is the length of the Nissan Hardbody (D21) solid axle swap?

Nissan Hardbody (D21) solid axle swap / straight axle swap kits and parts. Custom Length 1310 Flange C.V. Driveshaft up to 38″ measured from flange center to U-Joint Center with vehicle at ride height.

What year are the frame side brackets on a Nissan D21?

Fits years 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 19973-Link Frame Side Brackets for doing a Solid Axle Swap on a Nissan D21/D22.. Fits years 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997Includes: 2 Forged Hubs 2 Forged Front Spindles 2 Front Caliper Brackets Wheel Studs All Bearings, Races, Seals Spindle Nuts 2 Roto..