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Old 05-23-2010, 10:42 PM   #25
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Re: Need a 5 lug rearend, what're my options..

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Originally Posted by Longhorn Man View Post
i don't recomend the long axles in a short rear end. While it'll probably work for a long time, the bearings will be riding on a non hardened surface, and there's more leverage adding stress to the shafts.
Do it right the first time and you won't be stranded with a snapped axle shaft and a wheel sticking out an extra foot and/or damaging the bed side.
I'm asking - not debating - is the "hardened spot" really that small?
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