will this axle fit

[johnypreflt]

found a rear 44 from a 69 commando for cheap my question is would it be a bolt in operation to replace my current m20 rear. 1980 J10

[Crazy_Jeepman]

I think the 69 model D44 is the two piece 19 spline, that would make it a poor choice right off the bat. Next i do not think the Comando is the same width. I do not think it is a good swap. What is wrong with your axle?

[OJTDJPR]

Yep, he's right, 2 piece shafts and way to narrow. Would be closer to waggy or maybe even a CJ rear axle.
Shouldnt have much of a problem either fixing your M20 or finding another one. I would much rather have it than a 2 piece axle shafted D44.

[joe]

Nope, won't work. The rear track width of your J10 axle is 63.8" and the rear track width of the C101's axle is 50" :(

[scotty]

ya,i would ot replace the m20 with a 44 and consider it an upgrade.

i feel the m20 is an overall stronger axle,and ill prlly be using one in my daily driver xxj to replace the little d35

[johnypreflt]

thanks guys, not really looking to upgrade axle, but the 44 that I found allready has 373 gears witch is what I want to change to and it would have been easier just to change the axle then to worry about changing the gears and getting them installed properly