COX

Does anyone know what axles came on a 1942 Dodge WC-53 Carryall? Any knowledge of the gear ratio would be a bonus.

Thanks in advance.

NDT

Go to vintage power wagons.com All info is on the web site. The axles can have different ring gear diameters depending on year. The ratio is 5.38. They are made by Dodge.

COX

thank you for the quick response.

sixgunm37

A 3/4 ton built in 1942 would have the early halfton style axles with 8 3/4 ring gear versus later 9 5/8.
They was a middle converted axle with the cover welded on that has a tag welded to the axle tube telling you how many gaskets to use.
I like the later 9 5/8 axles although the earlier 1/2 ton style can run the factory 4:89 ratio for a better road speed. You can also adapt the rezeppa front joints which are stronger than the later bendix type.

Good luck

Dave