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six5 · 03-12-2009, 01:22 PM

I want to keep my 8 lug pattern on my 66 C20. Is there any way to use drop spindles and maintain the 8 lug up front?

jonzcustomshop · 03-12-2009, 03:04 PM

you should be able to get a set up for a 73-87 , and switch out the discs like they do on the 1/2 tons.
I know that runninlow was talking about puttingdropped spindles on his 73-87 1 ton...
maybe the same deal for a 3/4ton?

RunninLo · 03-12-2009, 04:14 PM

I agree with jon it should be simply a matter of swapping in the newer 3/4 ton stuff. I can assume that similar issues would arise such as proper ball joints but I don't know of any reason why 72+ control arms and disc spindles,hubs,calipers couldn't be used.

Josh

six5 · 03-12-2009, 05:21 PM

Thanks guys. Sounds like it might just work.....!!!

**Captainfab** · 03-12-2009, 11:50 PM

I see that CPP has dropped spindles for the '73-'87 C20's

six5 · 03-13-2009, 01:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Captainfab

I see that CPP has dropped spindles for the '73-'87 C20's

I will have to check CPP out. Thanks.......

**ChiefRocka** · 03-13-2009, 08:50 AM

Check out the link in my sig to the '67...ask Mr Rahn (owner) what he used....He ran a drop spindle, and disks....It might be CPP, not sure

six5 · 03-15-2009, 07:25 PM

Thanks Chief and 62 for the info.

03-12-2009, 01:22 PM	#1
six5 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Reno, Nevada Posts: 128	8 lug front disc brakes? I want to keep my 8 lug pattern on my 66 C20. Is there any way to use drop spindles and maintain the 8 lug up front? __________________ -Dave My 1965 build...http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=331302

03-12-2009, 03:04 PM	#2
jonzcustomshop 1961 crewcab Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: missoula, mt Posts: 6,164	Re: 8 lug front disc brakes? you should be able to get a set up for a 73-87 , and switch out the discs like they do on the 1/2 tons. I know that runninlow was talking about puttingdropped spindles on his 73-87 1 ton... maybe the same deal for a 3/4ton?

03-12-2009, 04:14 PM	#3
RunninLo 3DrDwn--the 'burb not the band Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: missoula, mt Posts: 598	Re: 8 lug front disc brakes? I agree with jon it should be simply a matter of swapping in the newer 3/4 ton stuff. I can assume that similar issues would arise such as proper ball joints but I don't know of any reason why 72+ control arms and disc spindles,hubs,calipers couldn't be used. Josh __________________ Slo and Lo that is the tempo. '72 burb build page here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=259256 '89 GMC Dually crew build page coming soon. 88 4x4 crew DD duallys past/present pics here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...46#post4001246 89 1 ton Dually rear flip kit install here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=354327

03-12-2009, 05:21 PM	#4
six5 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Reno, Nevada Posts: 128	Re: 8 lug front disc brakes? Thanks guys. Sounds like it might just work.....!!! __________________ -Dave My 1965 build...http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=331302

03-12-2009, 11:50 PM	#5
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03-13-2009, 08:50 AM	#7
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,150	Re: 8 lug front disc brakes? Check out the link in my sig to the '67...ask Mr Rahn (owner) what he used....He ran a drop spindle, and disks....It might be CPP, not sure __________________ John What the Heck is that ?? CURRENT BUILDS: 62 BurbMaster Other Builds: My '63 C-10,LWB,CC,BBW '06 HD StrAight Axle Swap Father/Son '67 C-20, LQ9,4L80,Bagged,8-Lugger !!Good Friend Richard's Build AMERICAN CUSTOMS & CLASSICS (831) 630-1965 www.ACCHOLLISTER.com ACC on FACEBOOK "Rest in Peace, Mom & Dad ... I will see you again someday!"

03-15-2009, 07:25 PM	#8
six5 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Reno, Nevada Posts: 128	Re: 8 lug front disc brakes? Thanks Chief and 62 for the info. __________________ -Dave My 1965 build...http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=331302



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