Description
The Currie HD60 high-pinion front axle for the 2018 and newer Wrangler JL delivers next-level strength and reliability. The HD60 features a massively reinforced rotated 60 series center section, 3.5-inch tubes, chromoly axles, and heavy-duty forged JL inner knuckles. Upgrade to an HD60 and start enjoying your off-road adventures without the worry of frontend failure.
The HD60 high-pinion axle for the 2018 and newer Jeep Wrangler JL features heavy-duty brackets and mounts in the stock location for a direct bolt-in fit. The vehicle's factory outer steering and brake components must be transferred to the HD60 to complete the assembly. A high-clearance aftermarket tie rod is required (see notes below). The vehicle's factory driveshaft will require modification or replacement to accommodate the larger 60 series housing and 1350 series u-joint
Details:
- 68 in. Stock JL Rubicon Width (+1.5 in. Over Non-Rubicon Models)
- HD60 High-Clearance Center Section with Rotated Cover Improves Obstacle Slide-Over
- High Volume Flow-Thru Pinion Oiling System Keeps Bearings Bathed in Cool Oil
- Rock Slider Low-Friction Skid Plate Glides Over Rocks
- 3.5 x .375-inch DOM Axle Tubes are Twice the Strength of the Stock Tubes
- Currie Chromoly 35-Spline Inner and 32-Spline JL Outer Axles
- Currie Heavy-Duty Forged JL Inner Knuckles
- Choice of Selectable Locker and Gear Ratio
- Currie Heavy-Gauge Laser Cut Brackets
- Upgraded 1350 Pinion Yoke
- Currie Rock-Proof Nodular Iron Differential Cover
- Satin Black Powder Coat Finish For Long Lasting Protection
- Retains the Vehicle's Stock Outer Steering Knuckles, Brake Assemblies, and Wheels
- Requires Aftermarket High-Clearance Tie Rod Assembly (see note below)
Currie HD60 Features:
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HD60 high-pinion nodular iron center section is simply the strongest 60 series casting we offer, with heavier main caps, ARP® main bolts, and additional reinforcement in critical areas |
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HD60 high-pinion radius bottom center section delivers unmatched ground clearance, and improved obstacle slide-over by presenting a smooth curve rather than the sharp leading edge found on other 60 housings | |
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Replaceable AR400 hardened steel skid plate resists deformation and gouging to slide over obstacles far better than iron housings or mild steel plates | |
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Large diameter outer pinion bearing (right) is designed for the demands of reverse rotation/high pinion housings. Stock low pinion bearing (left) | |
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High volume flow-thru recirculating oil system keeps pinion bearings bathed in cool oil, reducing operating temperatures and eliminating oil starvation issues | |
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Large 3.5 in diameter .375 wall axle tubes (left) are twice as strong as the factory tubes without being overweight or sacrificing ground clearance |
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Upper control arm mounts feature rebuildable Johnny Joints® for maximum suspension articulation with unsurpassed durability | |
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Super strong Currie nodular iron front cover protects expensive internals, adds structural support to the housing's face flange, and locates the driver’s side upper control arm mount | |
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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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Black satin powder coat finish adds long-lasting protection against rust and corrosion to keep your HD60 looking its best |
| Vehicle Fitment | 2018 and newer Jeep Wrangler JL |
| Housing | HD60 high-pinion nodular iron radius bottom center section with thicker walls and webbing |
| Bearing Caps | Increased cross section nodular iron caps secured with ARP® fasteners |
| Pinion Bearing | Large diameter front pinion bearing matched to rear bearing |
| Pinion Oiling | High volume flow-thru recirculating oil system |
| Gear Set | Dana 60™ reverse rotation thick gear sets (compatible with super 60 reverse cut gears) |
| Differential Carrier | Standard Dana 60 4.10 and down differential carriers with thick ring gears for all gear ratios |
| Pinion Yoke | 1350 u-joint |
| Skid Plate | AR400 hardened steel skid plate |
| Differential Cover | Currie nodular-iron cover, Red |
| Axle Tubes | 3 .5 inch diameter x .375 wall DOM tube |
| Axles | Currie Chromoly 35-Spline Inner and chromoly 32-Spline JL Outer Axles |
| End Forgings | Currie JL/JT heavy-duty forged steel inner C’s |
| Steering Knuckles | Accepts the vehicle's factory steering knuckles |
| Brake Rotors | Accepts the vehicle's factory front rotors |
| Brake Calipers | Accepts the vehicle's factory front calipers |
| Tie Rod | Accepts the vehicle's factory tie rod |
| Suspension Brackets | Heavy gauge 3/16 inch steel mounting brackets |
| Control Arm Mounts | Johnny Joints® installed with greaseable bolt |
| Geometry | Optimized for stock height up to 4 inch of lift |
| Trac Bar Mount | Ram mounting brackets welded to housing, setup for PSC 8” travel steering ram (not compatible with stock steering stabilizer) |
| Width | 68-inch stock Wrangler JL Rubicon width (1.5 inches wider overall than non-Rubicon models) |
| Finish | Black satin powder coat |
NOTES:
Tie Rod: The HD60 housing requires the use of a high-clearance aftermanket tie rod to prevent tie rod/housing interference at full turn. JL Rubicon/JT compatible high-clearance tie rods are available from Steer Smarts (Yeti XD P/N 78088001)
ABS Sensors: This does not include ABS sensors, the factory sensors from the stock axle must be retained and installed on the Currie housing
Computer Programming: Vehicles require a computer programmer 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
Steering Stabilizer: The HD60 Ram assist bracket requires an aftermarket stud style trac bar bolt to accommodate a steering stabilizer. Trac bar bolts are available from FOX Racing P/N 803-02-028 or Synergy Manufacturing P/N 8806-01
