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Old 03-31-2013, 11:33 AM   #9
kyhillbilly
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Join Date: Feb 2013
Location: Beattyville, KY
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Re: Disk brake conversion

I purchased a front axle from a 1983 Chevy 4x4 (I think). I robbed the steering knuckle, and other needed parts to convert my drum brakes to disk brakes. I bolted everything up (before installing new bearings in everything) to make sure it would work. Everything bolted up fine, but my axle shaft is approximately 1/2" too short. I can't use the axle shaft from the donor axle because it won't slide into the stump (pumpkin) properly. The axle I purchased is a GM axle (probably my 1st mistake). Does anyone have any suggestions as to what my next step should be? Does anyone know where I can get Dana 44 front axle shafts for a disk brake set-up? My truck is a 1970 Chevy K-10. Thanks Guys
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