The Motive Gear D35-355 is engineered for those who demand reliability and performance from their drivetrain components. Designed specifically for the Dana 35 axle, this ring and pinion set features a 3.55 gear ratio, making it an excellent choice for both on-road and off-road applications.
Constructed from high-quality 8620 steel, the ring gear offers superior strength and durability, ensuring it can withstand the rigors of demanding driving conditions. With a ring gear diameter of 7.5 inches and 39 teeth, this setup is optimized for a balance of torque and speed. The pinion gear, with 11 teeth and a 1.376-inch diameter, is designed to deliver consistent performance across various terrains.
Installation of the D35-355 requires a differential carrier that accommodates a 3.54 or numerically higher ratio. The ring gear is dual drilled for both 3/8" and 7/16" ring gear bolts, providing versatility during installation.
This differential ring and pinion set fits both front and rear positions, making it a versatile choice for various applications.
The D35-355 is compatible with the following vehicles:
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| Vehicle Make/Model | Year | Trims |
|---|---|---|
| American Motors AMX | 1968-1970 | Base |
| American Motors Concord | 1978-1983 | Base |
| American Motors Concord | 1979-1983 | Limited |
| American Motors Concord | 1979-1983 | DL |
| American Motors Eagle | 1980 | DL |
| American Motors Eagle | 1980 | Sport |
| American Motors Eagle | 1980-1987 | Limited |
| American Motors Eagle | 1981-1983 | SX4 |
| American Motors Eagle | 1981-1982 | Kammback |
| American Motors Eagle | 1981-1988 | Base |
| American Motors Eagle | 1981-1983 | DL SX4 |
| American Motors Eagle | 1981-1982 | DL Kammback |
| American Motors Hornet | 1970-1971, 1973-1977 | Base |
| American Motors Hornet | 1970-1972 | SST |
| American Motors Hornet | 1971-1977 | Sportabout |
| American Motors Hornet | 1971 | SC/360 |
| American Motors Hornet | 1977 | AMX |
| American Motors Javelin | 1968-1972 | SST |
| American Motors Javelin | 1968-1974 | Base |
| American Motors Javelin | 1970 | SST Trans Am |
| American Motors Javelin | 1970 | SST Mark Donohue |
| American Motors Javelin | 1971-1974 | AMX |
| American Motors Pacer | 1975-1978 | Base |
| American Motors Pacer | 1979-1980 | DL |
| American Motors Pacer | 1979-1980 | Limited |
| American Motors Spirit | 1979-1982 | Base |
| American Motors Spirit | 1980 | Limited |
| American Motors Spirit | 1980-1983 | DL |
| American Motors Spirit | 1983 | GT |
| Dodge Dakota | 1997-1999 | SLT |
| Dodge Dakota | 1997-1999 | Base |
| Dodge Dakota | 1997-1999 | Sport |
| Dodge Dakota | 1998-1999 | R/T |
| Ford Explorer | 1996-2005, 2007-2010 | XLT |
| Ford Explorer | 1996-2000 | Sport |
| Ford Explorer | 1996-2005, 2007-2010 | Eddie Bauer |
| Ford Explorer | 1996-1999 | XL |
| Ford Explorer | 1996-2005, 2007-2010 | Limited |
| Ford Explorer | 1999-2005 | XLS |
| Ford Explorer | 2000-2003 | Postal |
| Ford Explorer | 2000-2001 | XL Fleet |
| Ford Explorer | 2004 | NBX |
| Ford Explorer | 2004-2005 | XLS Sport |
| Ford Explorer | 2004-2005 | XLT Sport |
| Ford Explorer | 2010 | XLT Base |
| Ford Explorer Sport | 2001-2003 | Base |
| Ford Explorer Sport | 2003 | XLS |
| Ford Explorer Sport | 2003 | XLT |
| Ford Explorer Sport Trac | 2001, 2007-2010 | Base |
| Ford Explorer Sport Trac | 2002 | XL |
| Ford Explorer Sport Trac | 2003-2005 | XLS |
| Ford Explorer Sport Trac | 2003-2005, 2007-2010 | XLT |
| Ford Explorer Sport Trac | 2005 | Adrenalin |
| Ford Explorer Sport Trac | 2007-2010 | Limited |
| Ford F-100 Ranger | 1998-2001 | XLT |
| Ford F-100 Ranger | 1998 | Base |
| Ford F-100 Ranger | 1998-2001 | XL |
| Ford F-100 Ranger | 1999-2000 | XL Sport |
| Ford F-100 Ranger | 1999-2000 | XLT Sport |
| Ford F-100 Ranger | 1999-2000 | HD |
| Ford F-100 Ranger | 2001 | Sport |
| Ford Ranger | 1998-2011 | XL |
| Ford Ranger | 1998-2011 | XLT |
| Ford Ranger | 1998 | Splash |
| Ford Ranger | 1998-2002 | EV |
| Ford Ranger | 2001-2005 | Edge |
| Ford Ranger | 2002 | Postal |
| Ford Ranger | 2002, 2006-2011 | Sport |
| Ford Ranger | 2004 | Tremor |
| Ford Ranger | 2005-2007 | STX |
| Ford Ranger | 2005-2009 | FX4 |
| Ford Ranger | 2006-2010 | Limited |
| Ford Ranger | 2008-2011 | Base |
| Jeep Cherokee | 1984-1994 | Base |
| Jeep Cherokee | 1985-1990 | Pioneer |
| Jeep Cherokee | 1985-1992 | Laredo |
| Jeep Cherokee | 1985-1988 | Chief |
| Jeep Cherokee | 1987-1992, 1998-2001 | Limited |
| Jeep Cherokee | 1989-2001 | Sport |
| Jeep Cherokee | 1991-1992 | Briarwood |
| Jeep Cherokee | 1993-1997 | Country |
| Jeep Cherokee | 1994-2001 | SE |
| Jeep Cherokee | 1996, 1998-2001 | Classic |
| Jeep Comanche | 1986 | Custom |
| Jeep Comanche | 1986 | XLS |
| Jeep Comanche | 1986 | X |
| Jeep Comanche | 1987-1988 | Laredo |
| Jeep Comanche | 1987-1992 | Pioneer |
| Jeep Comanche | 1987-1992 | Base |
| Jeep Comanche | 1987-1988 | Chief |
| Jeep Comanche | 1988-1992 | Eliminator |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1993-2004 | Laredo |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1993-1995, 2004 | SE |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1993 | Base |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1993-2004 | Limited |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1995, 1997 | Orvis |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1997-1998 | TSi |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1998 | 5.9 Limited |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2002 | Sport |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2002-2004 | Overland |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2004 | Special Edition |
| Jeep Liberty | 2002-2003 | Renegade |
| Jeep Liberty | 2002-2003 | Sport |
| Jeep Liberty | 2002 | Base |
| Jeep Liberty | 2002-2003 | Limited |
| Jeep TJ | 1997-2006 | SE |
| Jeep TJ | 1997-2006 | Sport |
| Jeep TJ | 1997-2004 | Sahara |
| Jeep TJ | 2003-2006 | Rubicon |
| Jeep TJ | 2004-2006 | Unlimited |
| Jeep TJ | 2005-2006 | Unlimited Rubicon |
| Jeep Wrangler | 1987-1990 | Laredo |
| Jeep Wrangler | 1987-1995, 1997 | Base |
| Jeep Wrangler | 1987-1988, 1997-2006 | Sport |
| Jeep Wrangler | 1988-1992 | Islander |
| Jeep Wrangler | 1988, 1991-1994 | S |
| Jeep Wrangler | 1988-1995, 1997-2004 | Sahara |
| Jeep Wrangler | 1991-1994 | Renegade |
| Jeep Wrangler | 1994-1995, 1997-2006 | SE |
| Jeep Wrangler | 1995 | Rio Grande |
| Jeep Wrangler | 2001 | 60 Aniversario |
| Jeep Wrangler | 2002-2006 | X |
| Jeep Wrangler | 2003 | X AT |
| Jeep Wrangler | 2003-2006 | Rubicon |
| Jeep Wrangler | 2004-2006 | Unlimited |
| Jeep Wrangler | 2005-2006 | Unlimited Rubicon |
| Jeep Wrangler | 2006 | X 65 Aniversario |
| Jeep Wrangler | 2006 | 65th Anniversary Edition |
| Mercury Mountaineer | 1997-2004 | Base |
| Mercury Mountaineer | 2004-2006 | Premier |
| Mercury Mountaineer | 2005-2006 | Convenience |
| Mercury Mountaineer | 2005-2006 | Luxury |

Motive Gear is a Midwest Truck and Auto Parts division specializing in producing high-quality drivetrain components for the automotive industry. They offer a wide range of products from differential bearing kits, ring and pinion gear sets, transmission kits and components, transfer case parts, and replacement axle shafts. Today, Motive Gear is one of the most sought-after brands when it comes to drivetrain parts.
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