Description
The Currie LP60 rear axle for the Jeep Wrangler JK/JKU is the perfect direct bolt-in upgrade for multi-purpose commuters, Overlanders, and tow vehicles that also see off-road use. The LP60 features efficient low-pinion 60 gears, large 3.5-inch diameter axle tubes, and 40-spline axles to provide a massive upgrade in strength and reliability over the stock JK rear axle assembly. Additionally, the LP60 retains the factory wheel bolt pattern so that you can keep those nice wheels.
Details:
The Currie LP60 low-pinion rear axle for the 2007 and newer Wrangler JK/JKU is a direct bolt-in axle assembly with all required brackets and mounts in place. The vehicle's factory brakes will be retained and installed on the new LP60 axle. The factory driveshaft will require modification or replacement to accommodate the larger 60 series housing and 1350 series u-joint.
Built to the legendary Currie standard featuring:
The low-pinion 60 provides improved gear strength and durability over the stock rearend for demanding activities such as Overlanding and towing heavy loads
Large 3.5 in. diameter x .375 in. wall axle tubes (left) are more than 2.5 times stronger than the stock axle tubes (right)
Massive Set 80 axle bearings (right) have a greater load-carrying capacity and enable increased axle diameter through the bearing for greater strength and durability compared to the stock rearend's Set 10 bearings (left)
40-spline semi-floating axles (right) are the largest and strongest standard axle offering in the industry. Stock JK axle (left)
Axles feature the factory 5x5 wheel bolt pattern, so you can keep those nice wheels
Laser Cut Brackets - Heavy-duty laser-cut brackets are positioned to achieve the proper pinion angle for vehicles ranging from stock height up to 4" of lift.
Powder Coat - Black satin powder coat finish adds long-lasting protection against rust and corrosion to keep your Currie 60 looking its best
Specifications
Notes
ABS Sensors - The stock axle must be retained and installed on the Currie housing
Brake Components: Retains the stock rear disk brake rotors or calipers; mounting brackets are designed to reuse the stock factory brake components from the vehicle.
Wheel and Tire Size - 17-inch or larger wheels are required for proper clearance of the brake calipers. The maximum recommended tire size is 39-inches for semi-floating axles.
Overall Width: Axle width is 65.375 inches (Factory stock) between wheel mounting surfaces
Product Specifications
- Axle Style: Semi-Float
- Axle Type: Dana 60
- Bolt Pattern: 5x5
- Ratio: 4.88
- Spline Count: 40
- Tubing Diameter: 3.50in
- Width: 65.375in
