need custom rear axles

[calvinator]

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.

[fastom]

Try Summit Racing, I got mine there!http://store.summitracing.com/partde...5&autoview=sku

[tommypic]

I had mine redrilled , but i am going with 4 wheel disk too

[calvinator]

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?

[calvinator]

Originally Posted by fastom

Try Summit Racing, I got mine there!http://store.summitracing.com/partde...5&autoview=sku

Thanks for the link. I think Ive found the axles I need: http://store.summitracing.com/partde...5&autoview=sku
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!

[steelhorse]

I think brothers or cpp has a kit,I know I saw it in classic trucks magazine

[fastom]

Early Classic sells the brake drums and you can also get the axles from them.
www.earlyclassic.com

[tommypic]

try this link http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ar+disk+brakes

[ChevyDude]

Originally Posted by fastom

Try Summit Racing, I got mine there!http://store.summitracing.com/partde...5&autoview=sku

I just got these to convert my rear axels to 5 lug. They look really good!

http://store.summitracing.com/partde...5&autoview=sku

[calvinator]

Originally Posted by ChevyDude

I just got these to convert my rear axels to 5 lug. They look really good!

http://store.summitracing.com/partde...5&autoview=sku

I checked out those axles you bought for your truck. Where did you buy the 5 lug drum brake kits for your axles? Or did you already have them? Or are they included with the axles, and just not shown?

[calvinator]

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?

[lowriden58]

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

[Brad]

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.

[truckdude239]

please remember you musty be a site supporter to post a wtb also lets keep the parts int he part board thanks

[calvinator]

Originally Posted by Brad

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.

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?"

[ratpackv8sonly]

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.

[LONGHAIR]

What do you mean by "center lugs turned down?"

I would assume that he is refering to the stub that centers the drum. Meaning that it would be a good idea to have the drums you intend to run before you have this done. That way the shop can be sure that they will fit.

[calvinator]

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!

[Brad]

Originally Posted by LONGHAIR

I would assume that he is refering to the stub that centers the drum. Meaning that it would be a good idea to have the drums you intend to run before you have this done. That way the shop can be sure that they will fit.

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.