Artec Industries TJ6063 TJ 1 Ton Front Dana 60 Swap Kit Adjustable Truss Upper Link Mount

The Artec Industries TJ 1 Ton Axle Swap Kit transforms your Jeep TJ with a heavy-duty truss and bracket system designed for front Dana 60 axles from 1985-1997 Ford F-350 trucks. This comprehensive kit features a robust 3/8-inch and 1/4-inch thick mild steel truss that reinforces your entire axle while providing integrated mounting points for control arms, coil springs, anti-sway bar, shocks, and track bar. The innovative design incorporates link mounts directly into the truss, eliminating hours of trial and error during installation—simply tack weld the truss together and all brackets align perfectly.

Key Features:

• Precision CNC cut and bent components for excellent fitment and strength
• Compatible with F-350 kingpin axles (1985-1991.5) and ball joint axles (1992-1997)
• Adjustable truss upper link mount configuration for 3-link suspension setup
• Reinforced using interlocked 1/4-inch thick gussets for maximum durability
• Includes all necessary brackets: upper and lower control arm mounts, shock mounts, anti-sway bar mounts, track bar mount, and coil spring perches
• Low-profile design reduces interference with vehicle components while maximizing strength
• Easily upgradeable for future link geometry changes

Important Installation Notes:

• Minimum 4-inch lift required; 5+ inches recommended for proper clearance
• Lower control arm brackets are wider than factory—modifications to arms or frame brackets likely necessary
• Upper control arm brackets mount 3 inches higher than stock; adjustable arms may be required
• Coil spring perches are 1.6 inches wider per side than factory; springs may bow slightly when installed
• Shock mounts are 1.6 inches wider per side to match coil perches; uses standard 0.5-inch bolt instead of bar pin
• Track bar bracket positioned higher than stock for proper steering geometry; new track bar required
• Sway bar bracket hole location approximately 2.5 inches higher than stock; modifications may be necessary
• Complete steering changes required—new tie rod and drag link needed
• Dana 60 uses 8x6.5-inch bolt pattern; new wheels required (factory Jeep 5-lug pattern incompatible)
• Brake line relocation required; bumpstop extensions necessary

Compatibility:

• NOT compatible with 1978-1979 kingpin or 1999+ Super Duty axles due to different differential offsets
• NOT compatible with radius arm or wristed Y-link style suspensions
• Works best with adjustable long arms featuring flexible joints (heims, Johnny Joints, etc.) on both ends

This kit requires general welding and fabrication skills, including welding of cast and mild steel materials. Competent welding is essential for proper installation. Some grinding, fitment adjustments, and modifications may be necessary due to variances in lift kits and individual axle tolerances. Brake and steering components are not included. Always cycle the suspension through full compression before operation to verify bumpstop clearance and prevent oil pan contact.