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Hankster · 05-20-2014, 05:16 PM

Okay so I'm wanting to 6 lug swap my truck. I've got the rear end figured out, but I'm needing help with the front. I read that you can get replacement '60-'70 rotors to go on the squarebodys as long as you have the 1 1/4 inch thick rotors from the factory. I only have the 1 inch thick rotors so whats My options now? Thanks!

bbbc10 · 05-20-2014, 05:34 PM

https://westernchassisinc.com/1960-8...sc-Brake-Kits/

Hankster · 05-20-2014, 07:18 PM

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Originally Posted by bbbc10

https://westernchassisinc.com/1960-8...sc-Brake-Kits/

Trying to keep it cheap, I dont see how thats any different then just buying rotors, thats all I need but I heard that you cant just by rotors if the stock ones are only 1 inch wide. I mean I could see it if it had the spindles or whatever it is I need. I'm not saying no or being rude, I'm just simply asking for some explaining to go with that link? Thanks

bucannon · 05-21-2014, 03:12 AM

hey have you seen my build thread? I did a 6 lug swap

im pretty sure its a sticky thread in the FAQ

D13 · 05-21-2014, 06:28 AM

Need to swap spindles due to the bearing size, cheap in the yard, if you are going to lower it, just choose the right ones. You do need the conversion rotors and correct calipers (standard thick rotors). So if you have 'thins' you need rotors, dust shields, and calipers, plus the conversion rotors and bearings / seals.

This is not the place to cheap out. If you're going in there it would be wise to do the balljoints if they aren't fairly new, and shocks.

Hankster · 05-21-2014, 08:22 AM

okay, well I have a 1999 2500 parts truck, what all parts can I use off of it? I know I've heard I can use the spindles..

bucannon · 05-21-2014, 03:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Hankster

okay, well I have a 1999 2500 parts truck, what all parts can I use off of it? I know I've heard I can use the spindles..

use the spindles, rotors, calipers from the parts truck.

you will need 3/4 ton lower control arms from a 73-87 truck

Hankster · 05-21-2014, 04:54 PM

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Originally Posted by bucannon

use the spindles, rotors, calipers from the parts truck.

you will need 3/4 ton lower control arms from a 73-87 truck

Okay thank you! I'll have to get rotors still cause the 2500 I have is 8 lug.. /:

Hankster · 05-21-2014, 09:24 PM

I may just use the 8 lug stuff I have with these 8 lug steelies and be halfway done with the 6 lug swap... save up then go 6 lug.

bucannon · 05-22-2014, 12:06 AM

be sure to post pictures!

05-20-2014, 05:16 PM	#1
Hankster Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Nacogdoches, Texas Posts: 895	Need some 6 lug swap info Okay so I'm wanting to 6 lug swap my truck. I've got the rear end figured out, but I'm needing help with the front. I read that you can get replacement '60-'70 rotors to go on the squarebodys as long as you have the 1 1/4 inch thick rotors from the factory. I only have the 1 inch thick rotors so whats My options now? Thanks! __________________ Current Build 89 s10 ecsb 2wd 4.3/700r4 50k OG Miles Instagram- shaggin_s10 '86 Chevrolet C10 Custom Deluxe - Gen V 454 - 4l80e - welded 12 bolt (Build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=611611 ) SOLD

05-20-2014, 05:34 PM	#2
bbbc10 Diggin The SquareLife Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: garland,tx Posts: 1,933	Re: Need some 6 lug swap info https://westernchassisinc.com/1960-8...sc-Brake-Kits/

05-21-2014, 03:12 AM	#4
bucannon Salty Sailor Join Date: May 2009 Location: Savannah, Ga Posts: 603	Re: Need some 6 lug swap info hey have you seen my build thread? I did a 6 lug swap im pretty sure its a sticky thread in the FAQ __________________ 86 c-10 Custom Deluxe Savannah, Georgia

05-21-2014, 06:28 AM	#5
D13 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Memphis MI Posts: 1,851	Re: Need some 6 lug swap info Need to swap spindles due to the bearing size, cheap in the yard, if you are going to lower it, just choose the right ones. You do need the conversion rotors and correct calipers (standard thick rotors). So if you have 'thins' you need rotors, dust shields, and calipers, plus the conversion rotors and bearings / seals. This is not the place to cheap out. If you're going in there it would be wise to do the balljoints if they aren't fairly new, and shocks. __________________ 1987 2 ton 1982 250/TH350 beater in progress Dad's 1981 3/4 L6 3 on tree posi and no options, awaiting restoration or scrapping Plus a mess o' tractors

05-21-2014, 08:22 AM	#6
Hankster Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Nacogdoches, Texas Posts: 895	Re: Need some 6 lug swap info okay, well I have a 1999 2500 parts truck, what all parts can I use off of it? I know I've heard I can use the spindles.. __________________ Current Build 89 s10 ecsb 2wd 4.3/700r4 50k OG Miles Instagram- shaggin_s10 '86 Chevrolet C10 Custom Deluxe - Gen V 454 - 4l80e - welded 12 bolt (Build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=611611 ) SOLD

05-21-2014, 09:24 PM	#9
Hankster Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Nacogdoches, Texas Posts: 895	Re: Need some 6 lug swap info I may just use the 8 lug stuff I have with these 8 lug steelies and be halfway done with the 6 lug swap... save up then go 6 lug. __________________ Current Build 89 s10 ecsb 2wd 4.3/700r4 50k OG Miles Instagram- shaggin_s10 '86 Chevrolet C10 Custom Deluxe - Gen V 454 - 4l80e - welded 12 bolt (Build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=611611 ) SOLD

05-22-2014, 12:06 AM	#10
bucannon Salty Sailor Join Date: May 2009 Location: Savannah, Ga Posts: 603	Re: Need some 6 lug swap info be sure to post pictures! __________________ 86 c-10 Custom Deluxe Savannah, Georgia

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