There are several basic rear axle types used in 4x4s, and each have specific design pros and cons. Axle designs can vary in load handling, bearing and flange type, and gearset configuration. In this ...

We’re only talking about rear axles here. Front axle systems, whether solid axles, Ford Twin Traction Beam, or A-arm IFS, are all full-floaters by definition. If this seems confusing, the next few ...

The design compensates for thermal expansion of a shaft. The units are available for either the nonlocating bearing side or for the work end. Depending on the requirements, the bearings incorporate ...

Some technology that seems new is usually derived from older technology. The new Ford Coyote engine screams of the vintage 427 SOHC engines of the '60s. Sometimes, technology or design is reused ...