Section 100 (Drive Axle - DANA Full-Floating): Description
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The 9 3/4" and 10 1/2" ring gear rear axles use a conventional ring and pinion assembly to transmit the driving force of the engine to the rear wheels. The axle shaft is supported at wheel ends by wheel hubs. The bolts attaching shaft to hub also support the axle. The splined end of shaft is supported by differential.