The Currie 44 front axle assembly is a direct bolt-in assembly for 2018 and newer Jeep Wrangler JL Vehicles. Featuring Rubicon width for tire clearance, a significantly stronger center casting, axle tubes, forged knuckles, and chromoly axles, the Currie 44 is designed for heavy off-road with up to 37-inch tall tires.
Currie 44 Features:
- Direct Bolt-in Fit for Wrangler JL
- 68 in. JL Rubicon Width (+1.5 in. Over Non-Rubicon Models)
- Currie High-Pinion Reinforced Center Section
- 3 in. Diameter, .5 in. Wall DOM Axle Tubes
- Currie Forged JL Inner Knuckles
- 4340 Chromoly Axles Inner and Outer Axles
- Steering Geometry and Brackets Setup for Lifted Vehicles
- Uses Proven and Readily Available JK 44 Gears and Locker
- Satin Black Powder Coat Finish for Long Lasting Protection
- Retains the Vehicle's Stock Steering Knuckle Assemblies, Brakes, and Wheels
- See Notes Below for Installation Requirements
The Currie 44 front axle assembly is a direct bolt-in solution that reduces the overall cost by enabling you to retain the complete stock JL outer knuckle assemblies (brakes, hubs, etc.), steering, and stock wheel bolt pattern.
Product Features:
Currie 44 High-PinionHeavy-duty nodular iron center section features 14 lbs of reinforcement over a stock 44 with thicker walls and webbing to deliver superior strength and rigidity
Axle TubesLarge 3 in. diameter x .5 in. wall axle tubes (left) are more than 2.5 times stronger than the stock tubes (right)
Forged Inner KnucklesCurrie heavy-duty forged inner knuckles (right) are massively more robust than the stock knuckles (left) and are designed for severe off-road use with tall tires
GeometryFront axle steering geometry is optimized for lifted vehicles and large tires, featuring 5° of caster and 5° of pinion angle
Performance AxlesCurrie Performance 4340 chromoly axles provide superior end-to-end strength over OEM carbon steel axles. Black oxide coating helps protect from surface corrosion for improved durability
Control Arm MountsLower control arm mounts are one-piece construction with integrated skid plates to help fend off bracket-seeking rocks
Pinion FlangeThe included 1310 pinion flange allows the factory driveshaft to be used without modification
Differential Cover
Rock-proof Currie nodular iron front cover protects expensive internals and adds structural support to the housing's face flange
Powder Coat FinishUV Stable Satin black powder coat finish adds long-lasting protection against rust and corrosion to keep your Currie 44 looking its best
Notes
Front Axle Disconnect (FAD): This axle assembly eliminates the factory FAD and requires a computer programmer, such as the Tazer Mini or Tazer Lite, to disable the factory sensor and turn off the FAD warning message
Outer Knuckle Assemblies: The Currie 44 is designed to reuse the complete stock Gladiator outer knuckle assemblies from the ball joints out (knuckles, hubs, disk brake calipers, and rotors)
Overall Width: Axle width is 68.0 inches (stock Gladiator Rubicon) between wheel mounting surfaces
Vehicle Lift: If using the factory height suspension or a leveling kit without bump stop spacers, an aftermarket track bar is required to clear the differential cover. The RockJock 4x4 track bar RJ-9120FJLF provides ample clearance.
Tie Rod: The Currie 44 housing requires a high-clearance aftermarket tie rod to prevent tie rod/housing interference at full turn. JL Rubicon/JT Rubicon width compatible high-clearance tie rods are available from Steer Smarts (Yeti XD P/N 78088001)
Tire Size: Recommended maximum 37-inch tire size due to the inherent limitations of the stock brakes, wheel bearings, and axle u-joints
Specifications
- Center Section: Currie 44 high-pinion nodular-iron center section with thicker walls and webbing
- Gear Set: Larger/stronger Dana 44 8.8” late model JK ring and pinion set
- Pinion Yoke: 1310 (stock size) pinion companion flange
- Differential Cover: Currie nodular-iron cover with gasketed fill plug with dip stick
- End Forgings: Currie heavy-duty forged steel inner C’s
- Axle Tubes: 3 in. diameter, .5 wall DOM tube
- Axles: Currie Performance 4340 chromoly 30/32-spline inner/outer axles
- Suspension Brackets: Heavy gauge 3/16” laser cut steel brackets
- Control Arm Mounts: Upper control and lower control arm mounts are 3/16 thick, one-piece construction; lower mounts feature an integrated skid plate
- Geometry: Optimized for stock height or lifted vehicles with 5 degrees of pinion angle to reduce driveshaft angle and 5 degrees of caster for improved steering
- Width: 68-inches between wheel mounting surfaces (stock JL Ribicon width)
- Wheel Bolt Pattern: 5 on 5 inch with 1/2 inch studs (standard JL pattern)
- Oil Capacity: 1.5 quarts of 75W-140 synthetic gear oil (API GL-5 Rated)
- Finish: Black satin powder coat
Product information
- Part numbers vary by option
- Brand: Currie Enterprises