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'70 axle width ?
I'm considering changing my '70 stepper to 5 lug rear and I know this has been covered elsewhere, but how can I determine if my rear axle housing is the narrow (early) or wide (late) width? Are the axle bearing the same for both?
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Re: '70 axle width ?
Early housing is 55.5 from inside backing plate to other inside backing plate. Later rear housing is 57. I have a 1970 and have the 57" housing.
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Re: '70 axle width ?
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Re: '70 axle width ?
If you have the later (longer) rear end, check Advance Auto for axles. I bought some and they work well and were less than $160 to my door for the pair! Just order them for a '70.
More info... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=564907
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Re: '70 axle width ?
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Re: '70 axle width ?
Ordering 71-72 will ensure you get the right parts. They are only offered in 5 lug if I remember correctly.
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Re: '70 axle width ?
Axle length from the mounting surface of the axle itself to the end of the splines : 30 1/2 for the early housing, and 31 5/16 for the later housing
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