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oldblue1968chevy · 05-22-2010, 11:05 PM

Will that work? :S Mdwilf? Thanks!

jbristo, your in TX lol

mdwilf · 05-22-2010, 11:43 PM

I've driven one that way for a few thousand miles & I'm doing it in the restoration I'm doing right now for a customer/friend. I was told that trick by someone who knows this era of trucks better than anyone I've ever met.

If you want to test my fix, measure the axles & see how far they are the same diameter - measuring from the end of the axle towards the "pumpkin ball" end. Then remove your old axles & measure the width of the axle bearings. Install the axle & then measure the gap from the bearing to the end of the axle & add the width of the bearing. If that total is less that the 1st measurement (distance that the axle is the same diameter) then you are good.

You might be able to cifer all this out by measuring the wear marks on your old axles.

Install your 2" wide brakes & put on the 2 3/4 drum. You will find it covers quite nicely.

I hope this all makes sense. It's late for an old man!!

myoldchevytruck · 05-23-2010, 07:11 AM

not sure of the year (seller never posted it) but maybe this will work
http://chattanooga.craigslist.org/pts/1711898392.html
good luck

05-22-2010, 11:05 PM	#1
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Need a 5 lug rearend, what're my options.. Will that work? :S Mdwilf? Thanks! jbristo, your in TX lol __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

05-22-2010, 11:43 PM	#2
mdwilf Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Jefferson City, MO Posts: 83	Re: Need a 5 lug rearend, what're my options.. I've driven one that way for a few thousand miles & I'm doing it in the restoration I'm doing right now for a customer/friend. I was told that trick by someone who knows this era of trucks better than anyone I've ever met. If you want to test my fix, measure the axles & see how far they are the same diameter - measuring from the end of the axle towards the "pumpkin ball" end. Then remove your old axles & measure the width of the axle bearings. Install the axle & then measure the gap from the bearing to the end of the axle & add the width of the bearing. If that total is less that the 1st measurement (distance that the axle is the same diameter) then you are good. You might be able to cifer all this out by measuring the wear marks on your old axles. Install your 2" wide brakes & put on the 2 3/4 drum. You will find it covers quite nicely. I hope this all makes sense. It's late for an old man!! __________________ What I do in my spare time: http://rosebudsgarage.shutterfly.com Last edited by mdwilf; 05-22-2010 at 11:45 PM. Reason: I messed up

05-23-2010, 07:11 AM	#3
myoldchevytruck Retired Air Force Veteran Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Pembroke Pines, Florida 33024 Posts: 1,808	Re: Need a 5 lug rearend, what're my options.. not sure of the year (seller never posted it) but maybe this will work http://chattanooga.craigslist.org/pts/1711898392.html good luck __________________ Harry 69' SWB Step Side 1/2 Ton w/68' Front Clip Swap from Leafs to Trailing Arms (Complete) Swap 6 Lug to 5 Lug (w/ Disk Brakes in Front) 3/6 Drop Help Support The Board Click Here For Information On How To Subscribe Krue's FAQ Page Vendors



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