Hello I have a 2001 dodge 1500 4x4 auto with the 318 d44 front amd 9.25 rear. I came across amd purchased a set of I beleive 1998 axles from a 1500 dodge truck.(d44 and 9.25) with 4.56 gears. I think they are 1998 because the front doesn't have the wierd sway bar towers like the 1997. What I want to know is will they bolt up under my 2001 ? I can't find anything online about this and am desperate for help. What about brake lines? What do I need? will it even fit? I know the 2000 and 2001 models went under alot of cbanges.

 

https://dodgeforum.com/forum/2nd-gen...fferences.html

 

I know the rear will fit the front 44 is where my concer lies

 

The dana 44 is what I'm concerned about. All the mounting points look extremely similar but will it be up or will there be a pile of hunting?

 

There might be some minor differences, but, those can be overcome for a LOT less money than a gear swap. Trouble is, Those are pretty deep gears, and unless you are running 35" tires, you ain't gonna like 'em much, and to run those tires, you will need some lift. 3" *might* get it...... Might.....

 

I appreciate it haha thats why I bought them much cheaper than a full re gear. She already lifted on not quite 33s . I wanted the "extra low" because I can't afford a 3/4 ton and I'm going to be buying a camp /travel trailer and wanted pulling it to be a little easier on it and the trans

 

Careful with weight ratings. While you can alter your truck to potentially start moving a trailer, and likely keep it moving, STOPPING is the most important part, and the half ton trucks just don't have the brakes for a heavy trailer. See what your truck is rated for, and then compare that to how much any potential trailer purchase weighs..... If you go over your GCWR, and have an accident, your insurance company can deny you ANY coverage, and any expenses will be purely out of YOUR pocket. That can add up to huge piles of money.......