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62 apache · 02-10-2009, 08:25 AM

I did a few searches on this forum trying to see how to gear my 62 a little taller for the freeway and wanted see if anyone could backup my info i gathered before i head to the wrecking yard on my hunt. The third member is interchangeable from 55- 62 truck only correct? And the only way i am going to find a factory unit with higher gears than my 4.11s is to try and look for a truck that came with automatic? Hopefully some one here can clarify this for me. I know there are other options as far as later model rearends i just would like to keep the truck stock as far as drivetrain goes ...........for now! Thanks for anyones help

**Captainfab** · 02-11-2009, 01:07 AM

The other option would be a set of aftermarket gears.....but they are rather spendy.

http://www.ringpinion.com/PartsList....b-Differential

I know you don't want to, but it would be cheaper to convert to a 12 bolt.

hewlett2002000 · 02-11-2009, 10:36 PM

well i have a 62 rear end that came from a 62 with a glide that you can have. not sure about the difference in gears between the auto and standard trucks though.
John

rss396 · 02-13-2009, 01:28 AM

I think the years are 55-64. A common gear for those years in two wheel drive is 3.90 gears. I picked up a third member at the local swap meet (Canby, OR) for $40.00. It was a 3.90 gear and works good.

62 apache · 02-13-2009, 11:04 AM

Thanks for all your help i am going to the wrecking yard soon. I found one wrecker that had a few third members not sure on the gears and he wanted $225 so i will explore my options and see what makes the most sense and is the easiest on the wallet.

02-10-2009, 08:25 AM	#1
62 apache Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: bay area Posts: 10	Third member I did a few searches on this forum trying to see how to gear my 62 a little taller for the freeway and wanted see if anyone could backup my info i gathered before i head to the wrecking yard on my hunt. The third member is interchangeable from 55- 62 truck only correct? And the only way i am going to find a factory unit with higher gears than my 4.11s is to try and look for a truck that came with automatic? Hopefully some one here can clarify this for me. I know there are other options as far as later model rearends i just would like to keep the truck stock as far as drivetrain goes ...........for now! Thanks for anyones help

02-11-2009, 01:07 AM	#2
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,246	Re: Third member The other option would be a set of aftermarket gears.....but they are rather spendy. http://www.ringpinion.com/PartsList....b-Differential I know you don't want to, but it would be cheaper to convert to a 12 bolt. __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE

02-11-2009, 10:36 PM	#3
hewlett2002000 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Cleveland, Tx Posts: 1,619	Re: Third member well i have a 62 rear end that came from a 62 with a glide that you can have. not sure about the difference in gears between the auto and standard trucks though. John __________________ Respect: 1. A feeling of appreciative, often deferential regard; esteem. 2. The state of being regarded with honor or esteem. 3. Willingness to show consideration or appreciation. When you fail to show consideration to others values you are showing disrespect.

02-13-2009, 01:28 AM	#4
rss396 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Amity Oregon Posts: 70	Re: Third member I think the years are 55-64. A common gear for those years in two wheel drive is 3.90 gears. I picked up a third member at the local swap meet (Canby, OR) for $40.00. It was a 3.90 gear and works good. __________________ 1950 Chevy 1/2 ton 283 Mustang II 1961 SWB 2x4 235 six 2007 Silverado 1/2 ton Z71 4x4 1968 Camaro SS 396 / 502

02-13-2009, 11:04 AM	#5
62 apache Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: bay area Posts: 10	Re: Third member Thanks for all your help i am going to the wrecking yard soon. I found one wrecker that had a few third members not sure on the gears and he wanted $225 so i will explore my options and see what makes the most sense and is the easiest on the wallet.



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