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Re: Best 6 lug axle for AD Suburban axle swap.
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Originally Posted by roger55
My '65 GMC Dana 44 had leaf suspension but the perches need to be relocated as they are about 1/4" off on each side. No big deal to cut them off and get another set and welded on.
Before:
Check angle:
After:
Painted with SPI epoxy primer:
Brake backing plate mod:
Before:
Donor plate with correct style of e-brake connection cut out and ready to weld in:
Done:
Epoxy primered:
I also had an issue when buying new brake drums for this axle. I ended up buying Jeep Waggoneer drums and having a machine shop enlarging the center hole and drill out the lug holes a touch larger. Perfect and relatively cheap option.
Btw, I had new 3.54 gears and a new Trac-Loc (posi) put in this rear along with all new bearings. All parts came from Tom's Differential and I had it assembled by the guy in town with the best reputation for setting up gears. He charged me $150 for the labor. |
Wow. Thanks for the detailed info.
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1959 Fleetside Big Window Long Box
Standard Trim soon to be Deluxe
1953 GMC Carryall Suburban
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