Dana 53

The Dana/Spicer model 53 is an automotive rear axle produced by Dana-Spicer used in medium to heavy duty truck applications. The Dana/Spicer model 53 (Dana 53) is a semi-float axle that was produced from 1947–1965, both with a 53 differential and wheel ends, and with a Dana 44 differential and Dana 53 wheel ends.

Known vehicles

• Jeep Forward Control 170 ('56-'65)
• Willys Jeep Truck ('47-'65)
• Jeep Pickup ('62-'88)
• Lincoln Continental (‘61-‘65)