Overview
The Crown Automotive 83503053 is a wheel stud for Dana 35/44 and 8.25 axles, carried under part number 83503053 with UPC 848399025071. Crown Automotive describes itself as a manufacturer and distributor of replacement parts for Jeep vehicles, with over 8,000 part numbers, including many factory-discontinued items.
Key features
- Wheel stud for Dana 35/44 and 8.25 axles
- Crown Automotive part number 83503053
- UPC 848399025071
- Listed in the Dana 44 Miscellaneous Parts category
Axle and hub checks
A wheel stud carries the clamping load that holds a wheel against the hub or drum. Each stud is pressed or threaded into the hub, so it has to stay straight and undamaged for the wheel to seat evenly. Studs that bend, strip or spin in the hub can let the wheel shift under load, which makes the vibration and noise worse over time.
When replacing studs on a heavy axle, remove the hub or drum for clean access and check the hub bore for rust and galling. Look at the threads of nearby studs at the same time, since one failed stud often means the others have been loaded hard. Use new lug nuts that seat properly on the wheel and keep the mounting faces clean before the wheel goes back on.
- Inspect studs for bends, flattened threads or rust
- Check that the stud sits fully seated in the hub
- Replace studs that turn when a nut is tightened
- Keep the wheel mounting face free of rust and debris
Specifications
| Brand | Crown Automotive |
|---|---|
| Part number | 83503053 |
| UPC | 848399025071 |
| Axle applications | Dana 35/44 and 8.25 |
| Category | Dana 44 Miscellaneous Parts |
Vehicle fitment
The wheel stud is for Dana 35/44 and 8.25 axles. Those are axle families rather than specific vehicles, so confirm the axle type under your vehicle before ordering.
Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering, and verify that the axle type matches your vehicle.
What’s included
Check the package contents against your installation before starting.
