Well, my rear end is toast
 

On this other 66. I am about to push this thing into the street and move on. I pulled the axles to install the 5 lug CPP axles I bought. Someone, along the line, had "rebuilt" the rear end but removed the factory Posi and installed a beat up "Open" carrier and best of all? They used 63-64 guts with 17 spline axles and spiders. I also noticed the mounting pads where the u-bolts fit through, 1 of the holes is wollowed out really bad. I cannot find a rear end in Austin area that I can afford at all. This project is dead to me.

Re: Well, my rear end is toast
 

Been there and felt the same. Felt like selling several times. Let it sit and take a break. Keep searching craigslist and a deal will pop up, promise.
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You can buy new saddles for a decent price from many vendors. (Capt. Fab makes them I think.) Then you can use a non-stock rear that you may find for a better price.

Re: Well, my rear end is toast
 

I thought about a different rear but I already have aftermarket wheels and cant go any wider than the stock rear width. Plus I've already installed all new brake lines, brake rebuild kit etc. other than that, the truck runs great and I've done a TON of work to it already. It's just sitting now and I hate walking by it every day sitting with the rear on jack stands.

Re: Well, my rear end is toast
 

A '63 to early '70 truck 12 bolt will be the same width. A late '70 to '82 12 bolt will be 1.5" wider overall, but you can use parts from one (such as the carrier) if you happen to find a deal on one in that year range.

Re: Well, my rear end is toast
 

All you need is the guts from a 30 spline carrier. Look in the junk yard for a 73 to 82 with a 12 bolt as they are everywhere it seems.
Jimmy

Re: Well, my rear end is toast
 

Good things take time my friend. Don't worry, something will pop up. :chevy:

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I just replaced my posi, if you call Adams Driveline in Henderson, NV (702) 568-5680 and see if they held onto my old parts.