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The Dana 41-2 was used in the CJ-2A after serial number #13453 in
early '46 and it was used in the CJ-3A until serial number #37549
(late '50). Looking at the diff cover, it appears as tall as a Dana
44, but not as wide. It was also used in Willys Wagons and Jeepster
VJs during this time period.
Model/Version |
Spring Pads |
Wheel to Wheel |
Years |
Dana 41-2/CJ |
28" |
51" |
'46-'50 |
Dana 41-2/Willys Wagon |
28" |
51" |
'46-'50 |
Dana 41-2/Willys Pickup |
28" |
51" |
'47-'50 |
Dana 41-2/Jeepster VJ |
28" |
51" |
'48-'50 |
Gear ratios may be 4.55, 4.82, and 5.38 when using differential
case Dana p/n 15518 (casting 13828). Ratios of 3.73, 3.91, 4.09, and
4.27 use case with Dana p/n 15998 (casting 15999). Note: this is
different split than cases for later Dana 44 axle. Ring and pinions
(and cases) in 3.73-4.27 range used in some '42-'51 Studebaker cars
and 1/2-ton pickups, '47-'51 Kaiser/Frazer, Mercury '49-early '50
(exc. sta. wgn.), and '49-early '50 Ford F1 1/2-ton pickups.