5 lug or 6 lug

[Backnblack67]

Ok I have 67 all original I was fixing to put disk brakes on the front . I have a 5 lug rear setting around . What is the advantages of swapping to 5 lug other than than a few more wheel designs .

[GASoline71]

Since you can get 6 lug rotors for a disc brake conversion up front... nothing really.

Gary

[Backnblack67]

I might be wrong but I think I read some where that rear end in this model truck was a little narrower would this let me put a little wider tire on back . I am planning on doing a 4/6 static drop on it also . That is one reason I was wanting to leave 6 lug unless the the 5 lug was a better set up

[68shortwide]

Gas pretty much nailed it. Other than a much wider market for wheels, really nothing. I actually like a lowered 6 lug truck, it gives it character. If my frame weren't already five lug id use 6 lug and roll with it. What's the truck look like, out of curiosity.

[68bowtie]

i agree with the others. and yeah, we need some pics. "67 all original" sounds intriguing!

[Ironangel]

Originally Posted by GASoline71

Since you can get 6 lug rotors for a disc brake conversion up front... nothing really.

Gary

+1! The pros out weigh the cons anymore...Six lug axles are a dime a dozen...Everybody wants the fives...Rally six lugs are cheaper too...No reason at all to loose the six lug axles and rotors...Plenty of reasons to keep'em though...

[Backnblack67]

I will try to post some post some pic today . It has some good patina all black . Plans for body now is to put some rockers cab corners ,leave the the paint alone and drive the fire out it . I am restoring a 67 vw bug for wife now it is in paint shop then I can get started on this one.

[volksworld]

back in the day of doing disc brake conversions with factory/junkyard parts,5 lug was your only option...now with aftermarket 6 lug rotors available it beats the heck out of doing an axle swap

[67 cst swb]

Originally Posted by GASoline71

Since you can get 6 lug rotors for a disc brake conversion up front... nothing really.
Gary

And Wheel/Rim choices.
If you are going to run Rallye Wheels, stay with the 6 lug.
But if you plan on running a fancy billet or chrome wheel, you may want to check to be sure that wheel is made in the 5 or 6 lug pattern you plan on running.

I agree with 68shortwide, I also like a lowered 6 lug truck, I think it gives it character.

[Mike C]

I like 5 spoke wheels and the way they are made you need 5 lugs (each lug fits in a spoke void). I converted my '69 to 5 lug and used a 72 rear axle. On a stepside truck you are more limited in wheel width/tire size than on a fleetside truck.

To run the wheel and tire combo that I wanted/was willing to pay for I needed to go the 5 lug route. And would do that again. Once nice thing about the 5 lug is if you ever need rotors they are commonly available at any auto parts store and not a special order aftermarket item.

Price was a bout the same since the 5 lug front conversion was $100 cheaper than the 6 lug and I got a 5 lug axle off craigslist for $150 that I swapped my positraction into.

[Boog]

Keep in mind stock 15" drum wheels may not clear disk brake calipers if thats what your intentions are. If yours are 16" it may be ok. Worth asking.

[GASoline71]

I have deep slotted 15" mag wheels on my truck. It's a 1972 GMC with factory front disc brakes and came stock with 16" wheels. I had to do a little grinding on the calipers to get the mag wheels to fit over them.

Gary