{"product_id":"cq0306-solid-axle-housing-275mm-wb-hl150b50","title":"CQ0306 Solid Axle Housing 275mm WB HL150\/B50","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCEN 275MM WB SOLID AXLE HOUSING – HL150 \/ B50 – CQ0306\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCEN Racing CQ0306 Solid Axle Housing\u003c\/strong\u003e is the 275mm-wheelbase axle housing assembly used on compatible \u003cstrong\u003eCEN Q-Series \/ MT-Series 275mm WB platforms\u003c\/strong\u003e, including the \u003cstrong\u003eHL150 and Ford B50\u003c\/strong\u003e. CEN lists CQ0306 as a \u003cstrong\u003efront-or-rear solid axle housing with cover\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/8179\/7478\/files\/CEN-CQ0306-solid-axle-housing.jpg?v=1788829497\u0026amp;width=700\" alt=\"CEN CQ0306 275mm WB Solid Axle Housing with cover\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eVERIFIED CEN PRODUCT DATA\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e CEN Racing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e CQ0306\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComponent:\u003c\/strong\u003e 275mm WB Solid Axle Housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAxle Position:\u003c\/strong\u003e Front or rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Housing Components:\u003c\/strong\u003e Housing and cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlatform:\u003c\/strong\u003e Q-Series \/ MT-Series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVerified Wheelbase:\u003c\/strong\u003e 275mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVerified Applications:\u003c\/strong\u003e HL150 \/ Ford B50 platform family\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWHAT THE SOLID AXLE HOUSING DOES\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe axle housing forms the structural shell around the differential and axle-shaft system. It supports the rotating drivetrain components, locates the differential assembly and provides the mounting interfaces that connect the axle to the suspension and steering hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFRONT OR REAR APPLICATION\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCEN identifies CQ0306 as suitable for \u003cstrong\u003efront or rear\u003c\/strong\u003e use on the compatible 275mm-WB chassis. The housing itself is therefore shared across axle positions, while the complete front and rear axle assemblies use different internal and external components where required by steering or shaft configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e275MM WHEELBASE FITMENT\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCEN’s official Q\/MT parts list separates CQ0306 from CQ0301. \u003cstrong\u003eCQ0306 is the 275mm-WB housing\u003c\/strong\u003e; CQ0301 is the corresponding solid axle housing for 175mm and 210mm wheelbases. Match the replacement by exact part number rather than assuming the housings are interchangeable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eINSTALLATION CHECKLIST\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm the chassis uses the 275mm-wheelbase axle family and specifies CQ0306.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect the differential cover sealing surface and housing mating surfaces before assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck bearing seats for wear, contamination or distortion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect axle shafts, differential gears, outdrives and bearings before transferring them into a replacement housing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify all suspension-link and bracket mounting points are undamaged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssemble the housing without forcing misaligned internal components into position.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRotate the differential and axle shafts by hand before installing the axle on the chassis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter installation, cycle suspension travel and steering movement where applicable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReinspect mounting hardware and driveline smoothness after the first operating session.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDIFFERENTIAL \u0026amp; BEARING ALIGNMENT\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe housing establishes the alignment of the differential and axle-shaft supports. Damaged bearing seats, debris between mating surfaces or a distorted cover can create preload, gear-mesh changes or repeating tight spots. If a new housing binds during assembly, diagnose the support components rather than forcing the case closed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSUSPENSION LOAD PATH\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA solid axle housing carries both drivetrain torque reaction and suspension loads. Hard impacts can damage mounting bosses, bracket interfaces or the housing around the differential section. A visually small crack or distorted mounting point can affect axle alignment enough to create steering, driveline or tire-wear issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCOMMON FAILURE SYMPTOMS\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGear noise after an impact:\u003c\/strong\u003e inspect housing alignment, bearing seats and differential support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAxle-shaft binding:\u003c\/strong\u003e check shaft straightness and whether the housing is distorted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOil or grease leakage around the cover:\u003c\/strong\u003e inspect the cover, mating surfaces and sealing method used by the assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuspension misalignment:\u003c\/strong\u003e inspect link\/bracket mounting points for cracks or deformation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRepeated bearing failure:\u003c\/strong\u003e check whether the housing is maintaining the bearing bores square and concentric.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFRONT-AXLE CHECKS\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen CQ0306 is used in the front position, also inspect steering knuckles, C-hubs, steering links and axle shafts. Housing damage from an impact can occur together with bent or loosened steering components.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eREAR-AXLE CHECKS\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen used at the rear, inspect straight-axle adapters, axle shafts and link brackets for play or impact damage. Rear axle tracking depends on the housing and suspension mounts remaining square to the chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMAINTENANCE\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep the housing clean enough to identify cracks, loose hardware or leakage early. After hard impacts, inspect mounting bosses, differential-cover hardware and the axle tubes before continuing to run the vehicle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWHAT CEN DOES NOT PUBLISH\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCEN confirms the \u003cstrong\u003eCQ0306 identity, 275mm-wheelbase application, front-or-rear use and housing-plus-cover configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e. The current manufacturer parts list does not publish housing material, overall width, tube diameter, differential-case dimensions, weight, bearing-seat tolerances or quantified strength ratings. GASHEAD RC does not invent those specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGASHEAD RC NOTE\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf a solid axle housing is being replaced after an impact, inspect the internal drivetrain and suspension mounting hardware at the same time. A fresh housing will not correct a bent axle shaft, damaged bearing, worn differential component or distorted suspension bracket.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CEN Racing","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":48362054549556,"sku":"mte1789728960260","price":9.62,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/0180\/3316\/files\/cq0306-solid-axle-housing-275mm-wb-hl150b50_1.jpg?v=1789728964","url":"https:\/\/woodbuttonwarmclad.shop\/products\/cq0306-solid-axle-housing-275mm-wb-hl150b50","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}