{"product_id":"crane-axle-ford-dana-60-interlocking-knuckle-kit","title":"Crane Axle Ford Dana 60 Kingpin Interlocking Knuckle Kit","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"78\" data-end=\"719\"\u003eThe Crane Axle Ford Dana 60 Kingpin Knuckle Kit is engineered to strengthen and stabilize the steering system on Ford Kingpin Dana 60 front axles used in hardcore rock crawlers, Ultra4 cars, and heavy off-road trail rigs. Designed around Ford Dana 60 kingpin geometry, this system combines Crane’s interlocking keyed high steer arm design with massive 8620 chromoly outer knuckles to create a steering platform capable of handling large tires, hydraulic assist steering, and repeated high-load impacts without relying solely on steering arm studs and bolt clamping force.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"721\" data-end=\"1275\"\u003eUnlike traditional cast steering knuckles where steering loads are concentrated directly into the mounting hardware, Crane's interlocking system transfers steering forces through keyed engagement surfaces built into the knuckle itself. This dramatically reduces fastener stress while improving steering precision, rigidity, and long-term durability in abusive off-road environments. All major components are cast and machined in the USA from weldable 8620 chromoly steel for improved strength, fatigue resistance, and serviceability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e(2) Crane Ford Kingpin Dana 60 Interlocking Outer Knuckles – Unfinished Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e(2) Crane Interlocking High Steer Arms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e(2) Crane Kingpin Caps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComplete installation hardware kit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"svg-wrapper icon-plus\"\u003e\u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 14 14\" height=\"14\" width=\"14\"\u003e\n          \u003cpath stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"var(--icon-stroke-width)\" stroke=\"currentColor\" d=\"M2.75 7H11.25\" class=\"vertical\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\n          \u003cpath stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"var(--icon-stroke-width)\" stroke=\"currentColor\" d=\"M7 2.75L7 11.25\" class=\"horizontal\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\n        \u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"details-content rte\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eFits Ford Dana 60 kingpin front axle applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eCast and machined from 8620 chromoly steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePrecision keyed interlocking steering arm system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eUnfinished steel surface ready for coating or paint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e9\/16\" grade hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eCompatible with crossover and high steer steering setups\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14mtos9\" data-start=\"1879\" data-end=\"1939\"\u003eDesigned for Crane or OEM Ford Dana 60 kingpin inner C’s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eManufactured in the USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"svg-wrapper icon-plus\"\u003e\u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 14 14\" height=\"14\" width=\"14\"\u003e\n          \u003cpath stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"var(--icon-stroke-width)\" stroke=\"currentColor\" d=\"M2.75 7H11.25\" class=\"vertical\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\n          \u003cpath stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"var(--icon-stroke-width)\" stroke=\"currentColor\" d=\"M7 2.75L7 11.25\" class=\"horizontal\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\n        \u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"details-content rte\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMake\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eYear Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFord\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eF-250\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1978–1997\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFord\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eF-350\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1978–1997\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFord\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCustom Build\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e--\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFitment Notes:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eFits Ford Dana 60 kingpin front axle applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDesigned for kingpin-style front axle housings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eCompatible with Crane Axle Dana 60 Kingpin Inner C’s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eDesigned for crossover and high steer steering systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eIntended for off-road and fabricated axle applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-785e0e5c-7fff-2ba3-1543-a8eda468b24e\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTech Insight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"svg-wrapper icon-plus\"\u003e\u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 14 14\" height=\"14\" width=\"14\"\u003e\n          \u003cpath stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"var(--icon-stroke-width)\" stroke=\"currentColor\" d=\"M2.75 7H11.25\" class=\"vertical\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\n          \u003cpath stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"var(--icon-stroke-width)\" stroke=\"currentColor\" d=\"M7 2.75L7 11.25\" class=\"horizontal\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\n        \u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"details-content rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eTraditional steering arm systems place the majority of steering load directly on the mounting studs and fasteners. In extreme off-road applications running large tires and hydraulic assist steering, this can lead to fastener movement, steering slop, or hardware failure over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Crane Axle interlocking system uses a precision-machined keyed interface between the steering arm and knuckle to transfer steering force into the knuckle body itself rather than relying entirely on bolt clamping force. Combined with 8620 chromoly construction, this creates a more stable steering assembly capable of handling high shock loads and repeated off-road abuse while maintaining tighter steering geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e","brand":"Crane Axle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56214544515238,"sku":"CA01012","price":1099.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0693\/8394\/6406\/files\/CA01012-Crane-Ford-D60-Interlocking-Knuckle-Kit-1_0236d079-8858-487e-933e-8940c6612b58.jpg?v=1777333306","url":"https:\/\/wideopendesign.com\/products\/crane-axle-ford-dana-60-interlocking-knuckle-kit","provider":"Wide Open Design","version":"1.0","type":"link"}