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stexag · 05-04-2017, 01:22 PM

I did this once before, but used 18" wheels and had no binding, I gather the smaller wheels complicate things.

I'm working on a 68 SWB and have swapped the front Xmember to an '84 for the 5x5 & disc brakes. I would like to use the McGaughty or comparable 2.5" drop spindles to bring the front down a little.

My question: At what wheel width can I anticipate rubbing and do the drop spindles antagonize the problem or help relieve it? If there is a certain brand spindle that is preferable I'll certainly consider them. Thanks in advance.

05-04-2017, 01:22 PM	#1
stexag Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Super South, Texas Posts: 173	15" Wheels & Drop Spindles I did this once before, but used 18" wheels and had no binding, I gather the smaller wheels complicate things. I'm working on a 68 SWB and have swapped the front Xmember to an '84 for the 5x5 & disc brakes. I would like to use the McGaughty or comparable 2.5" drop spindles to bring the front down a little. My question: At what wheel width can I anticipate rubbing and do the drop spindles antagonize the problem or help relieve it? If there is a certain brand spindle that is preferable I'll certainly consider them. Thanks in advance.