Front Axle for 443-A

[wpelk]

I know this is a long shot but I am looking for a front axle shaft (drivers side) for a 443-A 1968. 5 miles into our first run after we purchased these units the front drive broke We took it apart and found the axle snapped. Any suggestions would be great.

 

[sno-drifter]

Look for a 1/2 ton Dodge pickup axle about the same year as your Cat. These axles were used for quite a few years, but come in a variety of lengths and spine counts. The passenger cars used them too.Measure the length and spline count. If it broke under the tapered end flange you will need to get one of them too. Make sure the axle extension fits the new hub if needed. Some may need machining. Check out the condition of the key as well. You will need to press the drive hub off the tapered shaft to replace the tapered roller bearing. You need to find a wrecking yard that has nothing but old Chrysler vehicles.

 

[wpelk]

Good info. Thanks! A axle shop in Salt Lake wants to build us a new one but its going to cost $1,200.00. I think we can look around at some junk yards and save some $$$$

 

[Broken Grouser]

Try giving Vintage Power Wagons a call in Iowa 1-(641) 472-4665

http://www.vintagepowerwagons.com/

Here's their axle page in the catalog

http://www.vintagepowerwagons.com/pdf/parts/10frontaxle.pdf

Good Luck!

 

[wpelk]

Thank you again! This looks like a great place to get the parts we need.

 

[griz01]

Great place for parts but even though it is the Front axle on the Tucker,I believe you will need a rear axle from the Power wagon

http://www.vintagepowerwagons.com/pdf/parts/11rearaxle.pdf