{"product_id":"rcv-ultimate-dana-44-cv-axle-set-for-jeep-wrangler-rubicon-tj-lj-03-06","title":"RCV Dana 44 CV Axle Set for Jeep Wrangler Rubicon TJ \u0026 LJ ('03-'06)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe RCV Performance Ultimate CV Axle Set is the strongest upgrade available for the front Dana 44 in your Jeep Wrangler TJ or LJ Rubicon. These axles replace the factory U-joint shafts with a high strength constant velocity design that remains just as strong at full steering lock as it is when straight—eliminating the binding, vibration, and premature failures common with traditional U-joints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTests prove RCV Ultimate CV Axles are twice as strong as OEM Rubicon shafts, giving your Jeep the confidence to run bigger tires, more power, and harder trails without worrying about breakage. They operate smoothly on the street and reliably on the trail with minimal maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeft \u0026amp; right RCV Ultimate Dana 44 CV axle shafts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSST seals \u0026amp; installation tool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstallation hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstallation instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSynthetic moly grease\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack oxide coating (standard)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional nickel plating available (contact us)\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\u003cpath stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"var(--icon-stroke-width)\" stroke=\"currentColor\" d=\"M2.75 7H11.25\" class=\"vertical\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"var(--icon-stroke-width)\" stroke=\"currentColor\" d=\"M7 2.75L7 11.25\" class=\"horizontal\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"details-content rte\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAxle Model: Dana 44\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnit Bearing: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOEM Inner Spline: 30\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOEM Outer Spline: 27\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRCV Inner Spline: 30\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRCV Outer Spline: 27\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeft Inner Axle Length: 16.9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRight Inner Axle Length: 31.88\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOuter Stub Axle Length: 6.11\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoot Technology: RCV bootless, sealed joint design\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty Note: Warranty is void over 40 tires\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\u003cpath stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"var(--icon-stroke-width)\" stroke=\"currentColor\" d=\"M2.75 7H11.25\" class=\"vertical\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"var(--icon-stroke-width)\" stroke=\"currentColor\" d=\"M7 2.75L7 11.25\" class=\"horizontal\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"details-content rte\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for Jeep TJ \u0026amp; LJ Rubicon front Dana 44 axles:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJeep Wrangler TJ Rubicon — 2003–2006\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJeep Wrangler Unlimited LJ Rubicon — 2004–2006\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits factory Rubicon 30 spline Dana 44 front axle.\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\u003eTech Insight\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\u003cpath stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"var(--icon-stroke-width)\" stroke=\"currentColor\" d=\"M2.75 7H11.25\" class=\"vertical\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"var(--icon-stroke-width)\" stroke=\"currentColor\" d=\"M7 2.75L7 11.25\" class=\"horizontal\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"details-content rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TJ\/LJ Rubicon uses a strong foundation with its front Dana 44, but the OEM U-joint shafts become a limiting factor when adding lockers, bigger tires, or more power. RCV solves this by replacing the U-joint with a constant velocity joint that maintains full torque transfer at any operating angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis means no more binding when turning under power, drastically reduced risk of breakage, better traction, and a noticeably smoother feel both on-road and off. For a TJ or LJ Rubicon build pushing 35–40 tires, this upgrade is essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e","brand":"RCV Performance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56095466520742,"sku":"CVJ44","price":1399.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0693\/8394\/6406\/files\/CVJ44-RCV-Dana44-Axle-Jeep-Wrangler-Rubicon-TJ-LJ-1.jpg?v=1778100122","url":"https:\/\/wideopendesign.com\/products\/rcv-ultimate-dana-44-cv-axle-set-for-jeep-wrangler-rubicon-tj-lj-03-06","provider":"Wide Open Design","version":"1.0","type":"link"}