Here it is, the only hybrid Toyota/Dana 60 front end that features Toyota outer as well as Toyota inner parts.
This hybrid is not only intended for live axle swaps, but is also highly focused for those who have a right/hand drive live axle front end already in use!
Why you ask? Because this hybrid uses factory Toyota outers (spindles/rotors/calipers/hubs). So those who currently already have a live axle in their rig can swap and use their parts over again without having to purchase expensive brake components (new pads/new rotor/caliper/brake fluid). Infact, you may not even have to bleed your brakes(!) if you already have a live axle installed (custom or factory).
For those who are swapping from an IFS, we have live axle outer parts on hand ready for use, so you don't even have to go to the wrecking yard.
On to the picutres!
Large (27k):
http://../web/dana60/219lss.jpg Notice the factory Toyota hubs/rotors. In this case, Marlin has factory Land Cruiser rotors (vented) installed.
Large (28k):
http://../web/dana60/218lss.jpgHere, the calipers are seen (again, vented).
Now Marlin is using these L/C vented rotors, but they have the same mounting points as the factory solid (non-vented) hilux rotors and calipers. So all factory parts will be swapped over to our Hybrid axle and used over.
Large (40k):
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Large (41k):
http://../web/dana60/211lss.jpgHere are shots from the front with his 35" TSL Swampers mounted.
I'm sure you've noticed the HySteer setup /
Our HySteer is included with the kit. 
Large (41k):
http://../web/dana60/212lss.jpg
Large (42k):
http://../web/dana60/214lss.jpgHere are shots of the back side (under the truck).
Marlin is running a high-pinion front differential with an ARB locker and 5.29:1 gears. Your factory diff will bolt directly into this kit. No modifications are required regardless of what gear ratio or what locker you may have.
Large (39k):
http://../web/dana60/216lss.jpgHere is a very nice shot showing the Dana 60 knuckles with the factory Toyota outer parts visible.
Large (38k):
http://../web/dana60/228lss.jpgAs this kit is using obviously larger and stronger joints, like wise it uses larger and stronger knuckles. Now a problem arises: Ground Clearance. Shown above is a vertical picture of the amount of ground clearance that will be traded for almost unbreakable strength.
The amount of ground clearance lost has been limited to the fullest with out kit. You get the extreme strength of a full size joint, without the loss of very important ground clearance.
Large (48k):
http://../web/dana60/230lss.jpgFinally, this is a shot of the factory hubs. From this picture, NO ONE would ever guess that it has a Dana 60 behind that tire!! Using these strong factory hubs and Toyota outers,
your wheel size and lug nut pattern/count will all be compatible! Also, a Toyota hub has a much lower profile than a Warn or full-size hub, hence, you retain the clearance that these tucked away Toyota hubs offer!
There are some obvious questions like what's it going to cost, when is it available, how wide is it. Expect the cost to be approx. $2,999 and it will be available this summer. The width? We can custom-build it 58-65 inches wide.
Since I forgot, I suppose I'll mention, we will offer optional axle upgrades -- for the same price -- to custom
35-spline inner axles. The standard inner axles will all be
30-spline Chromolly!
If you came here from the link on the main page, here is a way back:
http://www.marlincrawler.com Regards,
BigMike
