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06-06-2008, 07:13 PM | #1 |
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need custom rear axles
I swapped my from 6 bolt drums to 5 bolt power discs in front, and now I need to change the rear 6 bolt to 5 bolt. Is the easiest way to accomplish this by getting new 5 bolt axles? I tried swapping them from my 84 gmc parts truck, but they were about 1/2" shorter I believe, and the spider didnt fit with my differential. Who makes custom axles? Have any of you ordered some? Any help will be appreciated.
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06-06-2008, 08:04 PM | #2 |
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Re: need custom rear axles
Try Summit Racing, I got mine there!http://store.summitracing.com/partde...5&autoview=sku
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06-06-2008, 08:07 PM | #3 |
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Re: need custom rear axles
I had mine redrilled , but i am going with 4 wheel disk too
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06-06-2008, 08:39 PM | #4 |
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Re: need custom rear axles
If Im getting new axles anyways, how much of a process would it be to get disks in the back too? Sorry Im not very experienced with mechanical issues like brakes. Could I order new axles, with 5 bolt disks all in one?
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06-06-2008, 09:23 PM | #5 | |
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Re: need custom rear axles
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But Ill need to buy new 5 x 5" drum brake kits now, correct? (My front disks are 5x5) I think Ill stick with drums in the rear rather than disks. Ive looked on Summit's site for drum brake kits with the 5x5 pattern and cant seem to find any. I guess they dont have the axles and drum brake all in one package? Again, thank you for the link, it should help me out bigtime! |
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06-07-2008, 10:01 AM | #6 | |
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Re: need custom rear axles
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06-07-2008, 01:14 PM | #7 | |
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06-07-2008, 06:29 PM | #8 |
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Re: need custom rear axles
Come to think of it... is there any outstanding reason I couldnt bring my axles to a machine shop and get them to redrill a 5 bolt pattern into them?
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06-07-2008, 08:03 PM | #9 |
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Re: need custom rear axles
what year is your truck? ive got some 31spline axles just pulled out of my 71... i went with moser and they were like 350ish with 3" long studs
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06-06-2008, 09:44 PM | #10 |
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Re: need custom rear axles
I think brothers or cpp has a kit,I know I saw it in classic trucks magazine
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06-06-2008, 10:01 PM | #11 |
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Re: need custom rear axles
Early Classic sells the brake drums and you can also get the axles from them.
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06-07-2008, 05:54 AM | #12 |
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Re: need custom rear axles
try this link http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ar+disk+brakes
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06-08-2008, 12:31 AM | #13 |
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Re: need custom rear axles
I just paid $125 to have a pair of 6-lug axles redrilled to 5-lug, center lugs turned down, and new lugs installed. I went with Dutchman Motorsports here in town.
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06-08-2008, 12:58 PM | #14 |
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Re: need custom rear axles
Thats exactly what I needed to hear. Tomorrow Ill go to a local shop to see if they do it. What do you mean by "center lugs turned down?"
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06-08-2008, 08:09 AM | #15 |
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Re: need custom rear axles
please remember you musty be a site supporter to post a wtb also lets keep the parts int he part board thanks
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06-08-2008, 01:30 PM | #16 |
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Re: need custom rear axles
Just put a ford 9 inch in it out of a 1978 mark 5. its two inches wider than the 6 lug axle and is already 5 on 5 and some were even rear disk. I have picked a few up in my town for $100 each.
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06-08-2008, 02:26 PM | #17 | |
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06-08-2008, 05:13 PM | #18 |
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Re: need custom rear axles
Ok thanks. In that case Ill bring my axles and drums to a shop tomorrow and see whether or not they will redrill my axles. You guys have been a big help and Ill let you know how it turns out!
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06-09-2008, 12:00 AM | #19 |
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Re: need custom rear axles
Yep, that's exactly what I meant. A good shop should already know what size to turn the center down. You could also just bring a spare 5-lug rim. Also, be sure to have them install the 1/2" lugs and not the 7/16" lugs as used in the 6 lug setup.
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