{"product_id":"ford-f250-f350-super-duty-dana-50-60-front-axle-seal-u-joint-kit-1998-2004","title":"Spicer Front Axle U-Joint, Vacuum Knuckle \u0026 Tube Seal Master Overhaul Kit for 1998-2004 Ford Super Duty (Dana 50 \/ 60, Both Sides)","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eEliminate harsh front-end driveline vibrations, restore your automatic four-wheel-drive engagement, and completely protect your front wheel ends from destructive trail debris with this genuine \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"193\"\u003eSpicer Front Axle Seal \u0026amp; U-Joint Master Overhaul Kit\u003c\/b\u003e. Specifically packaged as a comprehensive, dual-side maintenance solution for \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"324\"\u003e1998–2004 Ford F-250 and F-350 Super Duty 4x4\u003c\/b\u003e trucks and \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"381\"\u003e2000–2005 Ford Excursion\u003c\/b\u003e models, this premium master package includes all the primary rotating components and multi-lip seals required to refresh both the driver and passenger sides of your front axle at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eOn leaf-spring Ford Super Duty platforms, the front solid axle endures incredible structural and rotational strain under the immense weight of 7.3L or 6.0L PowerStroke Turbo Diesel engines. Over time, the front axle shaft universal joints naturally dry out, flat-spot, or suffer moisture intrusion from deep water crossings. Binding or dry U-joints cause severe steering wheel feedback, tire scrubbing, and accelerated hub unit bearing wear—and left unchecked, they can snap entirely, taking out your expensive inner and outer axle shafts. Simultaneously, the massive primary knuckle vacuum seals integrated into this assembly can dry-rot or tear. When these fail, your Electronic Shift-on-the-Fly (ESOF) system loses vacuum pressure, instantly disabling your dashboard-controlled automatic 4WD.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eThis original equipment manufacturer (OEM) master service package eliminates the hassle of sourcing individual components by pairing two premium \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"145\"\u003eheavy-duty Spicer universal joints\u003c\/b\u003e with the factory-correct primary vacuum knuckle seals and updated outer axle tube dust seals. The included dust seals press into the ends of the housing tubes to block water, road salt, and mud from migrating down the tubes toward your inner differential seals. Sourcing a genuine Spicer master bundle ensures exact original equipment tolerances, uncompromised metallurgy, and matching factory blueprints for a seamless, long-lasting repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKit Contents (Services Both Left \u0026amp; Right Front Steering Knuckle Wheel Ends):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e(2) Heavy-Duty Front Axle Shaft Universal Joints with Premium Needle Bearings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e(2) Premium Multi-Lip Outer Axle Stub Shaft Vacuum Knuckle Seals (Part # 50491 \/ F81Z-3254-CB)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e(2) Updated Multi-Lip Outer Axle Tube Dust Seals (Part # 50381 \/ F81Z-1S175-HCA)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\"\u003eFull Set of Internal\/External Retaining Snap Rings and Seals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKit Highlights:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eComplete Dual-Side Master Set:\u003c\/b\u003e Supplies exactly enough factory-correct hardware and specialized seals to fully overhaul both the left and right front outer wheel ends simultaneously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRestores ESOF 4x4 Function:\u003c\/b\u003e Provides a fresh set of original equipment vacuum seals to eliminate vacuum drop-off, ensuring your automatic locking hubs engage instantly when you switch to 4WD.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Solid-Cross U-Joints:\u003c\/b\u003e Features cold-forged universal joints engineered with advanced thrust washers and tight seals to withstand immense torsional leverage and high thermal loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGenuine Spicer OEM Quality:\u003c\/b\u003e Precision-machined and induction-hardened by the vehicle's original axle supplier to guarantee strict structural compliance and perfect alignment with your factory inner\/outer axle shafts and hub units.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVehicle \u0026amp; Axle Fitment:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAxle Profiles:\u003c\/b\u003e Solid Monobeam \/ Leaf-Spring Front \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"50\"\u003eDana 50 and Dana 60 Axles\u003c\/b\u003e equipped with open knuckles and vacuum-operated or manual locking hubs. \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"148\"\u003eDoes not fit later 2005+ coil-spring Dana Super 60 axle configurations.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFord F-250 Super Duty:\u003c\/b\u003e 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, and 2004 4x4 truck models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFord F-350 Super Duty:\u003c\/b\u003e 1998–2004 Single-Rear-Wheel (SRW) and Dual-Rear-Wheel (DRW) dually 4x4 models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFord Excursion:\u003c\/b\u003e 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, and 2005 4x4 SUV configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePosition:\u003c\/b\u003e Front Outer Axle Wheel End — Left (Driver) and Right (Passenger) Sides (1 Kit Overhauls Entire Front Axle)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Spicer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43562423156810,"sku":"PLAT-SPICER-KIT14","price":146.21,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0706\/5560\/6858\/files\/12_b76c2614-85ae-4268-83b0-bef3e662c7a6.jpg?v=1777722587","url":"https:\/\/platinumperformanceparts.com\/products\/ford-f250-f350-super-duty-dana-50-60-front-axle-seal-u-joint-kit-1998-2004","provider":"Platinum Performance Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}