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Dana unveils 8,000-lb. steer axles

Feb. 14, 2002

Dana Corp.'s Commercial Vehicle Systems has introduced the 8,000-lb. D-800F and D-800W steer axles, which will replace its I-80SG steer axle line. Dana said both of the new steer axles offer increased kingpin angle to improve high turn angle steering and a reduced scrub radius to improve steering stability. The D-800W steer axle features a 1-inch wider beam than the D-800F for a wider track that increases

Sean Kilcarr

Dana Corp.'s Commercial Vehicle Systems has introduced the 8,000-lb. D-800F and D-800W steer axles, which will replace its I-80SG steer axle line.

Dana said both of the new steer axles offer increased kingpin angle to improve high turn angle steering and a reduced scrub radius to improve steering stability. The D-800W steer axle features a 1-inch wider beam than the D-800F for a wider track that increases maneuverability, the company added.

Toledo-based Dana said its Spicer D-800F and D-800W steer axles will become part of the Roadranger Drivetrain System.

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