Description
Upgrade your 2007-2018 Jeep Wrangler JK with the Currie 44 Front Axle Assembly—your ultimate bolt-in solution for unmatched off-road performance. With a Rubicon-width design for optimal tire clearance and heavy-duty components like a reinforced high-pinion center section, 3-inch diameter axle tubes, and 4340 chromoly axles, this assembly is engineered to handle rigorous off-roading on up to 37-inch tires.
Not only does the Currie 44 let you retain your stock JK outer knuckle assemblies to retain stock brake calipers and factory wheel bolt pattern; it also slashes overall upgrade costs. Built for both stock and lifted vehicles, this front axle assembly ensures you maintain top-tier performance and durability, no matter your ride height. Experience the best in off-road capabilities—install the Currie 44 Front Axle Assembly today!
Key Features of the Currie 44 Front Axle Assembly:
- Direct Bolt-in Compatibility with 2007-2018 Wrangler JK
- Rubicon-Spec 65.375-inch Width for Enhanced Tire Clearance
- High-Pinion Reinforced Center Section for Durability
- Robust 3-inch Diameter, 0.5-inch Wall DOM Axle Tubes
- Forged JK Inner Knuckles for Added Strength
- Ultra-Durable 4340 Chromoly Axles with 1350 U-Joints
- Steering Geometry Configured for Both Stock and Lifted Vehicles
- Sleek Satin Black Powder Coat Finish for Longevity
- Compatible with Stock JK Outer Knuckle Assemblies, Tie Rod, Steering Knuckle Assemblies, Brakes, and Wheels
Currie 44 Features
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Currie 44 high-pinion nodular iron center section features 14 lbs of reinforcement over a stock 44 with thicker walls and webbing to deliver superior strength and rigidity | |
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Large 3 in. diameter x .5 in. wall axle tubes (left) are more than 2.5 times stronger than the stock tubes (right) | |
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Currie heavy-duty forged inner knuckles (right) are massively stronger than the stock knuckles (left) and are designed for severe off-road use with up to 37” tall tires | |
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Currie Performance 4340 chromoly axles with larger Rubicon 1350 u-joints provide superior end-to-end strength over OEM carbon steel axles. Black oxide coating helps protect from surface corrosion for improved durability |
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Lower control arm mounts are one-piece construction with integrated skid plates to help fend off bracket-seeking rocks | |
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Included 1310 pinion flange allows the factory driveshaft to be used without modification |
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Rock-proof Currie nodular iron front cover protects expensive internals and adds structural support to the housing's face flange | |
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UV Stabel Satin black powder coat finish adds long-lasting protection against rust and corrosion to keep your Currie 44 looking its best |
Notes
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- Computer Programming: 2012 and newer vehicles require a computer programmer, such as the AEV ProCal Module, to reset the gear ratio and tire height in the vehicle's computer for the proper function of the vehicles stability control and transmission shift points
- Differential Carriers: The center section is designed to use standard Dana 44 carriers/lockers (ARB RD117 or Eaton ELocker 19977-010).
- Outer Knuckle Assemblies: The Currie 44 is designed to reuse the complete stock JK outer knuckle assemblies from the ball joints out (knuckles, hubs, disk brake calipers, and rotors)
- Overall Width: Axle width is 65.375 inches (stock JK width) between wheel mounting surfaces
- Tire Size: Recommended maximum 37-inch tire size due to the inherent limitations of the stock brakes, wheel bearings, and axle u-joints
DETAILED SPECIFICIATIONS
| Vehicle Fitment | 2007 thru 2018 Jeep Wrangler JK/JKU |
| Center Section | Currie 44 high-pinion nodular-iron center section with thicker walls and webbing |
| Gear Set | Late model Dana 44 8.8”JK ring and pinion set |
| Pinion Yoke | 1310 (stock size) pinion companion flange |
| Differential Cover | Currie nodular-iron cover with gasketed fill plug with dipstick, Red |
| End Forgings | Currie heavy-duty forged steel inner C’s |
| Axle Tubes | 3 inch diameter, .5 wall DOM tube |
| Axles | Currie Performance 4340 chromoly 30/32-spline inner/outer axles with 1350 u-joints |
| Suspension Brackets | Heavy gauge 3/16” laser cut steel brackets |
| Control Arm Mounts | Upper control and lower control arm mounts are 3/16 thick, one-piece construction; lower mounts feature an integrated skid plate |
| Geometry | Optimized for stock height or lifted vehicles with 5 degrees of pinion angle to reduce driveshaft angle and 5 degrees of caster for improved steering |
| Width | 65.375 inches between wheel mounting surfaces (stock JK width) |
| Wheel Bolt Pattern | 5 on 5 inch with 1/2 inch studs (standard JK pattern) |
| Finish | Black satin powder coat |
