6-lug to 5-lug questions,... (experts/gurus check-in)

[lolife99]

Originally Posted by HuggerCST

I understand why you want the narrow rearend, and I agree, but if you want to run that backspace/tire, I think the wider rearend is going to be what you need. I have the wider rear in my 70, and with 5 & 1/2" backspace, I only have about 1/2" of clearance between my tubs and tire. If I had the 1 & 1/2" narrower axle, they wouldn't fit, and if my math is correct, that's only going to give you 1/4" of clearance.(If you don't have too much tire buldge)

Good point! I will have to do some measuring. If that's the case,... I may need to use my 71-72 rearend after all.