Check out our primary site, www.rockwellrebuildmanual.com to get additional information on rockwell axles. Locating a set of military toploader 2.5 ton axles (front and rear or two fronts) is a challenge. These differentials seem to be more readily available in the Southern area of the States, and I would include Texas in that area. Outside of these areas though it can be a test of patience. I was able to find two sets here in Eastern Washington with a little Craigslist program call Craigs Pro+ (Not an affiliate for this program but I am an avid user) I established a unique trace for whatever it is I am looking for within the distance that I want to drive to pick it up and the program sends me an alert whenever a post matching my criteria is listed.
Even here in Washington, I was able to find two pair of Rockwell axles for $800 a pair. These were the less-desirable bendix style but still were in ok shape. Ok enough to refurbish and give a basic overhaul and plug right into my rig. (more on that later).
You can always track down a pair from some expensive retailers that offered military axles, however, I suggest tracking somebodies project parts via online adds. A word of caution about purchasing axles site unseen and halfway across the country, It is expensive to ship these axles (like any 1 ton or larger axle) and you intend to inspect the axles themselves for the typical axle issues. When I purchased both sets of my axles. I was able to also pick up a variety of other nice doo-dads that got thrown in with my toploaders. I was able to source 20 inch steel wheels off of a Hemmit, that were later recentered (by me at home in my own garage) for DIY double beadlocks for $100 each. I also picked up some DOM tubing (freebie), and some original 2.5 ton wheels that I re-used the centers of in the modifications for the double beadlocks.
The moral of the story, like anything else wheeling related, put your feelers out there and be ready for the deal. When the time comes don’t hesitate to ask about other rig-related items. You are often doing a service to the person selling the Rockwell Axles and they are inclined to toss in other “heavy stuff” for free.
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2.5 Ton Rockwell Axle Guide 