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Motive Gear Differential Ring and Pinion Ford Front D60-456XF, 3.54 Ratio, Steel
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Motive Gear D60-456XF Differential Ring and Pinion

If you're looking to enhance the performance of your Ford F-250 (1978-1979 & 1999-2009), Ford F-250 Super Duty (2010-2016), or Ford F-350 (1979-1997 & 1999-2016), the Motive Gear D60-456XF is a must-have upgrade. This differential ring and pinion set is engineered for those who demand reliability and strength from their drivetrain components, whether you're hitting the trails or cruising the streets.

Why Choose Motive Gear?

Motive Gear is known for producing some of the toughest drivetrain components on the market. Their products are often found in the winner's circle at racing events worldwide, thanks to rigorous testing and cutting-edge manufacturing processes. With the D60-456XF, you’re not just getting a part; you’re investing in performance that has been proven on the track.

Key Features

  • Ring Gear Diameter: 9.75 inches
  • Ring Gear Tooth Quantity: 41
  • Pinion Gear Tooth Quantity: 9
  • Pinion Spline Count: 29
  • Pinion Shaft Diameter: 1.626 inches
  • Ring and Pinion Gear Ratio: 4.56
  • Ring Gear Rotation: Reverse
  • Material: 8620 Steel for durability
  • Compatible with Dana 60 differential case design
  • Requires a 4.10 and lower ratio carrier

Installation Notes

This set is designed for front installations and is particularly suited for vehicles with a Dana 60 differential. Note that for applications from 1999-2015, you will need preload shims (Part# 1118) to ensure proper fitment and performance.

Customer Feedback

One Ford F-250 Super Duty owner shared, "Installing the D60-456XF made a noticeable difference in my truck's acceleration and off-road capability. It paired perfectly with my existing setup, and I haven't had any issues even under heavy loads!"

Fitment

This differential ring and pinion set is compatible with the following models:

  • Ford F-250: 1978-1979 & 1999-2009
  • Ford F-250 Super Duty: 2010-2016
  • Ford F-350: 1979-1997 & 1999-2016

Important Safety Information

California Proposition 65 Warning: This product may expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

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Vehicle Make/Model
Ford F-250 1978-1979 Custom
Ford F-250 1978-1979 Ranger XLT
Ford F-250 1978, 1999 Base
Ford F-250 1978-1979 Ranger Lariat
Ford F-250 1978 Northland
Ford F-250 1978-1979 Ranger
Ford F-250 1999 XLT VIP
Ford F-250 1999-2009 XL
Ford F-250 1999-2009 XLT
Ford F-250 1999 Lariat
Ford F-250 2004-2009 Flotillera
Ford F-250 2007 Doble Cab
Ford F-250 Super Duty 1999-2016 Lariat
Ford F-250 Super Duty 1999-2016 XL
Ford F-250 Super Duty 1999-2016 XLT
Ford F-250 Super Duty 2004-2010 Harley-Davidson Edition
Ford F-250 Super Duty 2004-2016 King Ranch
Ford F-250 Super Duty 2008-2014 FX4
Ford F-250 Super Duty 2009-2010 Cabela's
Ford F-250 Super Duty 2013-2016 Platinum
Ford F-250 Super Duty 2015-2016 Base
Ford F-350 1979-1982, 1987-1992 Custom
Ford F-350 1979-1981 Ranger
Ford F-350 1979-1981 Ranger Lariat
Ford F-350 1979-1981 Ranger XLT
Ford F-350 1979-1994, 1996-1997 Base
Ford F-350 1982, 1985-1992 XLT Lariat
Ford F-350 1982-1983 XLS
Ford F-350 1982-1997, 1999-2009, 2011-2016 XL
Ford F-350 1983-1984, 1986, 1993-1997, 1999-2009, 2011-2016 XLT
Ford F-350 1995-1996 Special
Ford F-350 1995 Eddie Bauer
Ford F-350 Super Duty 1999-2016 XL
Ford F-350 Super Duty 1999-2016 Lariat
Ford F-350 Super Duty 1999-2016 XLT
Ford F-350 Super Duty 2003-2016 King Ranch
Ford F-350 Super Duty 2004-2010 Harley-Davidson Edition
Ford F-350 Super Duty 2008-2009 FX4
Ford F-350 Super Duty 2009-2010 Cabela's
Ford F-350 Super Duty 2013-2016 Platinum

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Who is Motive Gear?

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.

Quality and Affordable Parts

Motive Gear provides high-quality drivetrain parts at an affordable price. All of their products are designed using the latest manufacturing equipment and goes through an extensive quality control test. It ensures that their products achieve a perfect fit, provides optimum performance and longevity.

Choice Of Champions

Their products are also used by many racers from various racing disciplines such as IHRA, NHRA, NMRA, SODA, NMCA, BITD, and NASCAR. It is a testament to the quality and performance their product provides. Their racing participation also allows the company to gather vital data that lets them improve their products further. 

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If you are planning to upgrade your drivetrain and are searching for a company that you can trust, then Motive Gear is the brand for you. Over the years, they have consistently given customers parts that they can rely on and have proven that quality parts do not always have to be expensive. To know more about Motive Gear, visit Vivid Racing and check out their list of products that fit your specific requirement.







At Motive Gear, from inception to inspection, our parts surpass rigorous quality control tests. When you open your Motive Gear box, you can see the quality of our hard work. Our highly qualified quality control technicians are up-to-date on the latest industry innovations to ensure that the quality of our product is unsurpassed. Our parts are TOUGH. We back our Motive Gear Performance ring & pinion gear sets with a 2 year / 100,000 mile no-nonsense warranty and all other products with a 1 year / 50,000 mile warranty

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