07-16-2015, 07:22 AM | #1 |
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Rear axle swap
I have a 1967 2wd stepside, would like to convert from six bolt pattern to 5 on 5 pattern. Is this a simple axle swap, or would it be easier to change the whole rear end. Thanks
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07-16-2015, 08:59 AM | #2 |
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Re: Rear axle swap
I'm gonna guess they are about the same amount of work.
Early Classic sells conversion axles for $319 - Search for '1963-'69 12-Bolt Rear-End 5-Lug Conversion Axles (Pair)' Or they sell a whole kit with bearings and seals for $349 If you can get a good rear for less, I don't think it's that much harder to change the rear end or change the axles. |
07-16-2015, 10:05 AM | #3 |
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Re: Rear axle swap
I personally prefer to swap the whole rear end as most often the older rear ends were really low geared. Much easier to find a freeway friendly rear end in a 73-87. I swapped out the last two in a few hours each.
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