Axle & Differential Parts for Jeep CJ5
Front Axle, Rear Axles & Driveshaft at a Glance (1972–1983)
Why Axles and Differentials in the Jeep CJ5 72-83 Need Regular Care.
Starting with the 1972 model year, Jeep equipped the CJ5 with the Dana 30 front axle, while the rear axle was either the AMC 20 or the well-proven Dana 44 depending on the engine option – connected through the driveshaft with U-joints and pinion yokes. All three assemblies face mechanical stress with every drive: axle shafts and U-joints wear from constantly changing angles, wheel bearings develop play and show up as running noise, and pinion bearings inside the differential carrier can cause vibration or a whine. Differential covers and various seals lose their sealing force over the years, especially after off-road trips through water. Anyone driving off-road or running larger tires should check the front axle, rear axle, and driveshaft together regularly, since a fault in one assembly often causes follow-on damage in the others.
- Front Axle: For axle shafts, wheel bearings, pinion bearings, and differential parts, everything you need is in the Dana 30 front axle parts.
- Rear Axles: Depending on your CJ5's equipment, you'll find the right parts in the AMC 20 rear axle parts or the Dana 44 rear axle parts.
- Driveshaft: U-joints, pinion yokes, and seals for power transfer are available in the driveshaft parts.
Four Trusted American Brands for Your Complete Drivetrain.
Across all axles and the driveshaft, we rely on Crown Automotive for axle shafts, pinion yokes, and differential sets, as well as axle specialist Dana Spicer for U-joints, pinion bearings, and differential components. Dorman supplies wheel studs and Omix supplies ring and pinion sets for the rear axles – four names that consistently bring American engineering to your drivetrain.
Your Partner for Axles, Differentials, and Driveshaft.
Whether you need a single wear part or a complete overhaul of the front axle, rear axle, and driveshaft, we're happy to advise you on the right combination of Dana 30, AMC 20, or Dana 44, gear ratios, and compatibility questions for the CJ6, CJ7, and CJ8. Your order ships out from our warehouse as quickly as possible.