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Old 08-09-2019, 09:39 AM   #1
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Motive gear axles

I am working on converting my 68 rear to 5 lug, and will be using conversion axles. I found the below set on summit for $90 each: $180 for the pair. I am just unsure of the quality of motive gear? Does anybody have any feedback on this brand? I don’t mind buying more expensive name brand axles but the price difference is roughly $80 cheaper than moser axles. Thanks for any insight.

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https://www.summitracing.com/parts/mgr-mg6569/

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https://www.summitracing.com/parts/m.../?tab=Overview
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Old 08-09-2019, 10:49 AM   #2
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Re: Motive gear axles

I ordered some but have not installed them yet. Cheaper on Amazon or eBay

https://www.amazon.com/Motive-Gear-M.../dp/B005TDQ9OY
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Old 08-09-2019, 11:02 AM   #3
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Re: Motive gear axles

Thanks Jason. I might give them a shot as well if I can find some feedback on them.
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Old 08-09-2019, 11:16 AM   #4
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Re: Motive gear axles

I've used their ring and pinion with no issues. Still have the one I put in my GMC many years ago...

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Old 08-09-2019, 11:34 AM   #5
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Re: Motive gear axles

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I've used their ring and pinion with no issues. Still have the one I put in my GMC many years ago...

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I have read mostly good things about their ring and pinion sets. Thanks for the info. I will probably order them from Summit in case a return is needed.
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Old 08-09-2019, 01:56 PM   #6
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Re: Motive gear axles

I didn't read all the details, do the axles you are looking at specifically fit your 68 rear end AND are for converting to 5 lug??? Just to make sure.

A good friend on mine's son built a 67 and bought the Moser axles, had to call them for the 5 lug conversion...

I've heard good things about Motive Gear, here, and from others...
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I didn't read all the details, do the axles you are looking at specifically fit your 68 rear end AND are for converting to 5 lug??? Just to make sure.

A good friend on mine's son built a 67 and bought the Moser axles, had to call them for the 5 lug conversion...

I've heard good things about Motive Gear, here, and from others...
Yep, they are for my 68, 30.5” long and 30 spline. They are 5 lug axles as I’m converting to 5 lug, but my current setup is 6 lug. I haven’t found much on the axles specifically but lots of good reviews on pinion and gear sets. I just don’t wanna go and try to save $80 bucks and then spend that and more in shipping them back.
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Motive axles will be just fine. They are a reputable company.
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Motive axles will be just fine. They are a reputable company.
Thanks Mike. I am going to give them a go.
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