"Bolt In" Axle Shaft Ordering Defined

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Rear end type

This is simply the make and model of the rear end you are working on.
Examples of this are Ford 8", 9"; GM 10 & 12 bolts using billet ends; Mopar 8 3/4; 35/44, Dana 44, 60 etc...

AL: (Right or Left shaft length, Axle flange to End of spline)

This should be done with a tape measure by hooking the outside of the axle flange (wheel side-where the wheel
studs are) and pulling back to the end of the splines. If you put a ruler or straight edge at the end of the shaft, this
measurement will be accurate. Note; Measuring at an angle will give you a longer measurement. Depending on the
length of the axle and the diameter of the flange, this will be approximately 1/16" - 1/8" longer. It's best to measure
straight across using a straight edge.

AL

HL

HL: (Right or Left shaft length, Housing flange to End of spline)

This should be done with a tape measure by hooking the side gear in your differential, measuring to the housing flange
(where your brake backing plate or caliper mount goes); taking care that you've actually hooked the spider gear in the
carrier and not something else. This measurement can also be measured on the axle by hooking the outside (wheel
side) of the bearing and pulling back to the end of spline and then subtracting 1/8" (the wheel bearing of a correctly
installed axle will stick out past the housing flange about 1/8", to locate the backing plate). A ruler or straight edge is
not needed for this measurement. A 3rd way to measure this is using one of our Dutchman "Dog Bones", which shows
the end of the splines and makes measuring very easy. We currently make & stock Ford 8", 9" & 8.8 car/truck, Mopar
8 3/4" & 9.25, Dana 44 & Dana 60 and 12 bolt GM car. Others will be added as we have time.
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HPL/HPR: (Right and Left pinion length, Housing flange to Pinion centerline)
This should be done with a tape measure; with a helper and a straight edge on the housing flange (where your brake
backing plate or caliper mount goes), measure to the center of the pinion yoke on the left and right hand sides, taking
care to keep the tape straight so your measurement is accurate. Avoid bending the tape measure over suspension
brackets, making the length longer than what it should be. The two dimensions added together should be the same
as the overall width of the housing (the "HF" dimension).

HPL HPR

LH - Driver side RH - Pass side

HF
HF: (Housing length, Housing flange to Housing flange)
This should be done with a tape measure; with a helper and a straight edge or ruler on the housing flange (where your
brake backing plate or caliper mount goes), taking care to keep the tape straight, so your measurement is accurate.
Avoid measuring at an angle or bending the tape measure over the 3rd member or suspension brackets, making the
length longer than what it should be.

Housing Top
HSR HSL
3rd Member Rears
(Looking backward)
Right-Passenger Side -Ford 8 & 9 inch Left-Drivers Side
-55-64 Chevy
-57-64 Olds/Pontiac
-Mopar 8 3/4

HSR/HSL: (Right and Left alternate length, Housing flange to Outside of stud/bolt hole)
This should be done with a tape measure and only if you cannot provide axle lengths or pinion location. You must also
provide HF measurement. Please refer to the diagram for a visual representation of the OUTSIDE of the stud/bolt hole
to housing flange measurement.
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BS

BJ S

F P

S: (Spline count) Spline Diameter Spline Diameter

This is the number of splines the axle has. Either count the teeth or 16 1.375 29 1.250
measure the diameter of the splines with a dial caliper or micrometer. 17 1.167 30 1.290
Use the reference chart of some common splines to identify your 19 1.245 31 1.325
spline count. 23 1.500 32 1.375
Also list the type & manufacturer of differential or spool you will be 26 1.125 33 1.410
using (as some use different pressure angles for their splines). 27 1.167 34 1.370
An example of this could be: Eaton Tru Track or Strange Spool, etc... 28 1.205 35 1.500

F: (Axle flange diameter)

This can be done with a tape measure and is the maximum diameter for the axle flange (where the wheel studs stick
out) that will fit inside your brake drum or rotor.
If you are using aftermarket brakes, there's a good chance the diameter needed to fit the drum or rotor is a different
size than the original axle flange size. In this case, skip measuring your axle and ONLY measure the drum or rotor to
determine the maximum flange diameter allowed for the kit you are using.

P: (Drum or Rotor pilot diameter)

This can be done with a micrometer or dial caliper on the axle. Note: Some factory axles have a tall stepped pilot,
so be sure to measure the larger diameter that is closest to the flange [NOT the outer smaller dia]. If you are using
aftermarket brakes, there is a good chance the center hole in the drum or rotor is a different size than the original axle
pilot size. In this case, skip measuring the axle and ONLY measure the drum or rotor center hole of the kit you're using.
Note: our axles have a 1/4" tall pilot to catch the drum or rotor only, NO step. Tall or stepped pilots carry a surcharge.

BO: (Brake offset)

The brake offset is the measurement between the axle flange (where the drum or rotor mounts) and the housing
flange (where the backing plate or caliper bracket mounts).

BS: (Bearing shoulder)

This can be done with a tape measure and ONLY if the bearings are OFF the shaft. If the axle has a 1" access hole in
the flange, put the tape through the hole, hook the outside of the flange, and measure to the bearing shoulder (the
part of the axle where the bearing stops pressing on). If there is no access hole, hook the tape on the outside of the
flange and measure to the shoulder-using a straight edge up from the bearing journal. Note: It is not necessary to
remove your bearing(s) if they are on the shafts, simply proceed to the "BE" bearing to edge illustrations.
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BE
BE: (Axle flange to the bearing edge)
Ball Bearing
This can be done with a tape measure or dial caliper and ONLY if the bearing is ON
the axle. As illustrated, it is measured from the outside of the axle flange (where the
wheel studs are) to the outside (wheel side) of the bearing (not including the width
of the bearing). To help in measuring the "BE" dimension, hold the retainer plate tight
against the bearing edge (ball type) or outer seal (taper roller type) as if it were bolted
into the housing. A straight edge can be used to help insure an accurate measurement.

BJ: (Bearing journal)

This should be done with a micrometer or vernier caliper. We've listed the most common
sizes. In most cases, if you provide the bearing type or part number this question is
automatically answered.
BE
HE: (Housing end) Taper Roller Brg.
List the housing end type from the chart (see last page).
Note: Housing ends are determined by the dimensions and not the shape of the
housing end profile on the diagram.

Brake kit info: (If Dutchman is supplying)

If you are purchasing the brake kit from Dutchman we'll have the correct dimensions.
There is no need to provide "F, P, BO, BS or BE. Make your brake kit selection on line,
add it to your cart, and we'll do the rest. If purchasing the brake kit from us at a later
date, we'll need to know which kit selection for the specs. List the brake kit in the notes Outer Seal
(on line) or write the part number on the order form.

Brake kit info: (If you're supplying your own)

If you are supplying your own brake kit, check with us to see if we have the specs on file. If we do, there is no need
to provide dimensions; "F, P, BO, BS or BE as we have the brake kit build specifications on file (List the brake kit you're
using in the notes). If we don't, we will need the brand, part # if known, housing end it's designed to fit (see our
reference chart), the brake offset, flange OD & the pilot size.
An example of this info would be: Wilwood, #140-7140, Big bearing new style ends, 2.5 BO, 6 3/8 flange, 3.062 pilot.

Bolt Pattern(s): (Wheel pattern)

This should be done with a tape measure; 4, 6 and 8 lug bolt patterns
are center to center, but 5 & 7 lug bolt patterns need to be OUTSIDE
of one to the center of the 2nd one across (see illustrations).
Contrary to what you may have been told this is the industry standard
method of measuring.

Optional access holes: (Machined in the axle flange)

Access Hole This depends on two things;
(1) the brake kit you plan on using, as some brake kits require the
access holes or you won't be able to assemble the rear end. Disc
brakes like Ford Explorer and Wilwood with the internal park brake
assembly.
(2) on brake kits that don't require the access holes, whether you
want the convince of using a socket and extension to bolt the axle to
the housing instead of a box or open end wrench. see pic.
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Studs: (Wheel studs)

7/16", 1/2", 5/8", 12mm & 14mm press-in style studs have knurls under the head and press
in from the back side of the axle flange. These are just like what the OEM axle shafts used.
7/16" Drum
1/2" by 2" or 3" long screw-in style studs are threaded the entire length of the stud (under
the head) and screw in from the back side of the axle shaft. The 3" long version is typically
7/16" Disc
used on drag cars that require the threads showing past the lug nuts. (Note: Using an impact
wrench on the thread in studs should be avoided, as this can back the stud out of the axle
flange).
12mm x 1.5
5/8" Monster studs are the XHD drag race style drive studs. They thread in from the front
side of the axle shaft and use a jamb nut on the back side of the flange for added stud
1/2" Drum retention & security. Typically used on big bad drag cars. You will need to list the wheel &
rotor thickness in the notes.

Note: some aftermarket disc kit rotors will need to be clearance drilled for press in and/or
1/2" Disc larger studs.

1/2" x 2" screw in Hardware items

Installing the axle hardware [the studs, bearings, and retainer plates] depends on
two things;
1/2" x 3" screw in
1) whether or not you have a press and want to assemble the axles yourself for any
reason, and/or

14mm x 1.5 2) whether you have something else that needs to be installed before the bearings
or studs, ie. a full circle disc retainer or a back mounted rotor hat.

Our pricing includes "Free" hardware assembly, so it's your choice [With exception
14mm x 2.0 to the 5/8 monster studs, they come un-installed].

NOTE: We don't recommend using your old wheel studs as they won't press in as
tight the 2nd time around & you never know what kind of abuse they have had. Save
5/8" NF yourself the trouble & let us install new studs.

This also applies to the wheel bearings & seals. Start 100% fresh to prevent
premature bearing failure and leaks. Do it right the first time!

5/8" NC

5/8" Monster studs

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Big Ford-New Style Big Ford-Old Style Small Ford

3 9/16 3 1/2 3 3/8

2.0 3.150 2 3/8 3.150 2.0 2.835

3/8” 1/2" 3/8"

Holes Holes Holes

Mopar 8 3/4 57-64 Olds/Pontiac 64 & up Buick/Olds/Pontiac

3 1/2
3 3/16
3 1/8

1 9/16
2.875 3.150 2.750
2 3/8 2 7/16

3/8”
Holes 3/8"
3/8" Holes
2 11/16
3 9/16 2 7/8 Holes

TJ Jeep CJ Wagoneer / YJ
3 3/16 3 3/16 3 3/4

1 1/4
1 9/16
2.875 2.875 2.875
2 1/2
4.0
1 3/4
3/8”
Holes 1/2"
3/8" Holes
3 1/2 2.0 Holes 3.0

55-56 Chevy Belair 57-64 Chevy Belair/Impala Wagoneer

3 3/4
3 3/8 3 3/8

2 1/2 2.875
2 5/8 2.835 2 5/8 3.000

1/2"
3/8" 3/8” Holes
Holes Holes 2.0