Crane Axle GM Dana 60 Complete Kingpin Component Kit
CA01041
The Crane Axle GM Dana 60 Complete King Pin Component Kit provides the core components needed to properly assemble, rebuild, or service a GM Dana 60 kingpin front axle. Designed for both restoration projects and custom axle builds, this kit combines premium bearing and sealing components with Crane Axle’s Kingpin Spring Eliminator System to improve steering stability, durability, and long-term reliability.
This package is built specifically around GM kingpin Dana 60 applications commonly found in 1-ton Chevrolet and GMC trucks. The included hardware, bushings, bearings, races, and kingpin components are selected to provide proper fitment without unnecessary extra parts. Whether rebuilding worn factory kingpins or assembling a fabricated steering axle, this kit is intended to simplify the process while maintaining OE-style serviceability.
Includes:
- (1) Crane Axle Kingpin Spring Eliminator Kit
- (2) Upper King Pin Cones with Seals
- (2) Upper King Pin Bushings
- (2) Lower Bearings, Races, and Seals
- (2) Lower King Pin Caps (Trunnions) with Hardware
- (12) 1/2"-20 Spindle Studs, Nuts, and Lock Washers
Specifications
- Designed for GM Dana 60 kingpin front axles
- Compatible with factory GM kingpin knuckles and inner C’s
- Includes Crane Axle Spring Eliminator System
- Uses premium bearing, race, and sealing components
- OE-style serviceable kingpin configuration
- Intended for rebuilds and custom steering axle assemblies
- Made in the USA
Fitment
| Make | Model | Year Range | Axle Application |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet | K30 / K3500 4x4 | 1977–1991 | GM Dana 60 Front Kingpin Axle |
| GMC | K30 / K3500 4x4 | 1977–1991 | GM Dana 60 Front Kingpin Axle |
| Chevrolet | V3500 4x4 | 1991 | GM Dana 60 Front Kingpin Axle |
| GMC | V3500 4x4 | 1991 | GM Dana 60 Front Kingpin Axle |
Fitment Notes:
- Fits GM Dana 60 kingpin axle assemblies only
- Compatible with factory-style GM kingpin knuckles and inner C’s
- Intended for front steering axle applications
Tech Insight
Kingpin Dana 60 axles remain one of the most popular front axle platforms for off-road and heavy-duty use due to their strength, steering geometry, and serviceability. Over time, worn bushings, bearings, springs, and seals can introduce steering looseness, wandering, and death wobble—especially on lifted vehicles running larger tires.
The Crane Axle Spring Eliminator System removes the factory spring-style preload arrangement in favor of a more controlled and durable setup designed to improve steering stability under heavy load. Combined with new bearings, races, bushings, and sealing components, this kit helps restore proper kingpin preload and steering precision for both trail and highway use.
