Low Profile Front Truss for Ultimate Dana 60

The Low Profile Front Truss is Artec's second-generation reinforcement for the Ultimate Dana 60 front axle. It welds across the full length of the housing to spread load off the cast center section and tubes, then adds an integrated ram mount so a hydraulic-assist or full-hydro steering setup can be run without a separate bracket. The low-profile shape is built to clear oil pans and preserve suspension uptravel on lifted 1-ton builds.

Key Features

• 3/8" thick mild steel truss top with a 1/4" mild steel ram mount and gussets, precision CNC cut and bent for tight fitment
• Super low-profile design for better oil-pan clearance and more suspension uptravel than a tall truss
• Spans the entire length of the axle to reinforce the tubes, not just the link-mount area
• Interlocked 1/4" gussets tab together for maximum strength and easier tack-and-weld assembly
• Wider main gussets than the first-generation truss for added overall rigidity
• Internal gussets conform tightly to the differential so they can be welded to the housing for extra strength

Fitment & Compatibility

Designed specifically for the Ultimate Dana 60 (UD60) front axle assembly, the crate housing commonly run in Jeep Wrangler JL/JK and custom 1-ton swap builds. Because it fits the axle rather than a specific chassis year, it works wherever a UD60 front is installed. The integrated ram mount is intended for hydraulic-assist or full-hydro steering. This is a weld-on part and requires cutting and welding by a competent fabricator.

Specifications

What's in the Box

• Low-profile front truss top
• Integrated ram mount
• Interlocking mild steel gussets

Frequently Asked Questions

What axle does this truss fit?
It is cut to fit the Ultimate Dana 60 (UD60) front housing. It follows the contours of the UD60 center section and tubes for a drop-in-and-weld fit.

Does it require welding to install?
Yes. The truss and gussets are weld-on components and should be installed by an experienced welder for full strength.

Do I still need a separate steering ram bracket?
No. A ram mount is built into the truss, so a double-ended hydraulic ram can be mounted without an additional bracket.

Why choose a low-profile truss?
The low-profile top sits closer to the housing, improving oil-pan clearance and allowing more suspension uptravel than a taller truss while still reinforcing the full axle.

For matched components, see our UD60 Front APEX Truss and the Bridge Upgrade Kit for 60.