Full Float Axle Shaft Stud Kit – 1/2"-13
WA05065
The Full Float Axle Shaft Stud Kit provides the heavy-duty hardware needed to securely retain full-float axle shafts under high torque, repeated impacts, and severe drivetrain loads. Manufactured from high-grade steel, the 1/2"-13 studs are paired with 12-point nuts and lock washers to create a strong, serviceable connection between the axle shaft flange and hub.
Built for on- and off-road abuse, this kit is well suited for rock crawlers, race vehicles, heavy trail rigs, tow vehicles, and performance axle builds using Dana 60, Dana 70, Dana 80, or GM 14-bolt full-float hubs. It is a practical upgrade or replacement for worn or damaged axle shaft hardware where reliable shaft retention is critical.
Includes:
- (16) 1/2"-13 Full Float Axle Shaft Studs
- (16) 12-Point Retaining Nuts
- (16) Lock Washers
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Full Float Axle Shaft Stud Kit |
| Stud Thread Size | 1/2"-13 |
| Nut Style | 12-Point |
| Washer Type | Lock Washer |
| Material | High-Grade Steel |
| Application | Full-Float Axle Shaft Retention |
| Compatible Axles | Dana 60, Dana 70, Dana 80, GM 14-Bolt |
| Intended Use | Heavy-Duty On-Road, Off-Road, Racing, and Performance Applications |
Fitment
| Axle | Application |
|---|---|
| Dana 60 | Full-Float Hub / Axle Shaft Applications |
| Dana 70 | Full-Float Hub / Axle Shaft Applications |
| Dana 80 | Full-Float Hub / Axle Shaft Applications |
| GM 14-Bolt | Full-Float Hub / Axle Shaft Applications |
Fitment Notes:
- Designed for full-float axle shaft flange retention.
- Compatible with Dana 60, Dana 70, Dana 80, and GM 14-bolt full-float hubs using 1/2"-13 hardware.
- Verify hub thread size and axle shaft flange configuration before ordering.
- Not intended for semi-float axle applications.
- Inspect the hub threads and axle shaft flange for damage before installing new hardware.
- Use the correct torque specification for your specific hub and axle assembly.
FAQ
What does a full float axle shaft stud kit do?
The studs secure the axle shaft flange to the full-float hub, allowing drivetrain torque to be transferred through the axle shaft while maintaining a strong, serviceable connection at the hub.
What axles does this stud kit fit?
This kit is designed for compatible Dana 60, Dana 70, Dana 80, and GM 14-bolt full-float hub applications using 1/2"-13 axle shaft mounting hardware.
Why use studs instead of standard bolts for a full float axle shaft?
Studs provide consistent thread engagement in the hub and allow the axle shaft to be retained with external nuts. This makes repeated axle shaft removal and service easier while reducing wear on the hub's internal threads.
Why are 12-point nuts used on axle shaft studs?
12-point nuts provide a compact wrenching surface that works well around closely spaced axle shaft flanges while maintaining secure clamping force when properly torqued.
Should axle shaft studs be replaced during an axle rebuild?
Replace studs, nuts, or washers that show damaged threads, stretching, corrosion, rounded wrenching surfaces, or other signs of wear. Reliable axle shaft retention is especially important on high-torque and severe-duty off-road applications.