Transparent Dana 44 Covers

[suicideking]

I doubt this would hold up on the rocks, but an interesting idea. Though the times I suspected a problem with the diff/locker, I didn't really need to see it to know there was an issue.

https://www.legacyformusa.com/products/dana-44-clear-differential-cover

 

[Gilaguy23]

An angry bird turd grill and some of these and you'll be set.

 

[suicideking]

An angry bird turd grill and some of these and you'll be set.
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I was thinking if they added LED lights, it would appeal to that crowd.

 

[Gilaguy23]

Remember the "visible V8" model. Now that would be cool if it was real. But hush now.... dont give fiat...er jeep any ideas.

 

[WestCoastDan]

They could eliminate a gauge and a dipstick if they made the tank and oil pan out of this stuff.

 

[inkedrose]

Seems like it would be immediately covered in gear oil making it useless?

 

[Mike_H]

This might be nice for troubleshooting my front locker issues…but not for 200 bucks!

For that kind of money, I can almost build a vacuum table out of a shop vac!

 

[hear]

From the jump I have 2 questions: does it dissipate heat comparably, and how had can I hit a rock with it?

 

[BlueC]

does it dissipate heat comparably

You can compare it.

how had can I hit a rock with it?

As hard you you want to.

 

[Hopper]

What would be the purpose of this. Ill stick with metal, I know what's in there I dont need to look at it every day.

 

[JeepDrivesBest]

Yeah the gear oil is just gonna make it all murky and gross after the first drive, so what's the point really.

 

[rasband]

I was curious about performance differences, as I moved to the Ram covers (3/16") before getting some Barnett covers. Here's an AI summary, it honestly surprised me to even consider polycarbonate as even a contender (despite the look of them not being for me).

Cover Type	Typical Thickness	Material	Impact Resistance (Blunt/Broad)	Resistance to Denting/Puncture (Sharp Rocks)	Best For	Other Notes
Polycarbonate (e.g., Clear Gearz or similar clear covers)	~3/16" (0.187")	UV-stabilized polycarbonate	Excellent – Flexes and absorbs energy without shattering (performed well in hammer/drop tests on similar axles)	Moderate – Can crack under severe point loads or repeated sharp hits	Moderate off-road, visibility/inspection, lighter weight	Allows viewing internals; lighter than steel; risks scratching/hazing or cracking in extreme rock crawling
1/8" Steel (similar to many stock or thin stamped covers)	1/8" (0.125")	Stamped steel	Moderate – Dents but rarely punctures immediately	Low – Easily dents from rocks/trail impacts	Street/daily driving, light trails	Common stock thickness on some Dana 44s; prone to denting, which can push into gears if severe
3/16" Steel (common aftermarket upgrade, e.g., some Ram-sourced or fabricated)	3/16" (0.187")	Fabricated/plate steel	Good – Rigid, resists deformation better than thinner steel	Good – Much better dent resistance than 1/8"	Moderate to hard off-road	Significant upgrade over stock; adds some rigidity; popular for balanced protection

 

[WestCoastDan]

You need to show the whole chart...