Lightweight Axles

MLP · 10-18-2010, 11:07 PM

I called MWs today as I was a little concerned about what was being said about aluminum spools. I told them I will weigh 3500lbs+ with a stick and was concerned their 40 spline aluminum spool I have in my Dana 60 wasn't going to be tough enough to take the punishment.

He assured me that the aluminum spool (8lbs) was every bit as strong as the lightened steel spool (16lbs). I told him I had no problem swapping it out for the steel one if it was stronger but he continued to insist it wasn't necessary.

I tend to believe the racers actually using the parts more so than the manufacturer so I'm kind of torn now. Anyone using a Dana with a aluminum spool and had problems?

10-18-2010, 11:07 PM	#28
MLP Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Michigan Posts: 52 Likes: 40 Liked 23 Times in 7 Posts	Re: Lightweight Axles I called MWs today as I was a little concerned about what was being said about aluminum spools. I told them I will weigh 3500lbs+ with a stick and was concerned their 40 spline aluminum spool I have in my Dana 60 wasn't going to be tough enough to take the punishment. He assured me that the aluminum spool (8lbs) was every bit as strong as the lightened steel spool (16lbs). I told him I had no problem swapping it out for the steel one if it was stronger but he continued to insist it wasn't necessary. I tend to believe the racers actually using the parts more so than the manufacturer so I'm kind of torn now. Anyone using a Dana with a aluminum spool and had problems?