Rear end axle change 1962

[short62]

I'm swapping out my rear axle on my 62 GMC short step to a 85 C10 10 bolt with the bigger 2-3/4 x 11-5/32 brakes. before I start the conversion will my tires clear my rear fenders? I'm planning on using stock 15 x 6 steel rims. If its too tight clearance wise should I get the 11 x 2 shoes and drums?

[Pappyx3!]

Originally Posted by short62

I'm swapping out my rear axle on my 62 GMC short step to a 85 C10 10 bolt with the bigger 2-3/4 x 11-5/32 brakes. before I start the conversion will my tires clear my rear fenders? I'm planning on using stock 15 x 6 steel rims. If its too tight clearance wise should I get the 11 x 2 shoes and drums?

I did this same conversion on my 62 this winter, except I went with the GM 12 bolt, I used CaptainFab's perches to accmodate the trailing arm mounting. Regarding the tire question, For now I am using the 80's stock Ralley wheels that I have, equipped with 255/60/15's That is the widest tire that I can get under the rear since the truck has been lowered.

Good luck!

Pappyx4!

[Captainfab]

I can not say for sure on your fender clearance as I don't have any stepsides. I do know that the stepsides have less clearance than a fleetside. I would think that with those skinny wheels you should be fine. Changing to the narrower brakes will not change the WMS to WMS dimension of the differential.

Originally Posted by short62

I'm swapping out my rear axle on my 62 GMC short step to a 85 C10 10 bolt with the bigger 2-3/4 x 11-5/32 brakes. before I start the conversion will my tires clear my rear fenders? I'm planning on using stock 15 x 6 steel rims. If its too tight clearance wise should I get the 11 x 2 shoes and drums?