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Deathtrapgarage · 04-25-2008, 03:52 AM

i have a 62 2 wheel drive 6x5 and im wanting to put some supremes on it, what all would i need to do to convert it over to 5 lugs? any thing helps. thanks alot.

**ChiefRocka** · 04-25-2008, 04:35 AM

Well, if you dont want to run billet adapters, then a disc-brake conversion for the front, and rear axle swap will be in order.

NF65Fleetside · 04-25-2008, 04:52 AM

theres a complete how to in the FAQ

vin63 · 05-02-2008, 03:17 AM

As NF65Fleetside mentioned, there are 5-lug conversions. And, if you're as stubburn as I am and want to run a vintage set of wheels that have sentimental value (I had them since before I could drive), you can have new axles cut and drill out the front rotors like I did. I should explain...I couldn't find a 5-lug conversion with a 5 on 4.75 (small GM) pattern - everthing was 5 on 5. My vintage Ansens are 5 on 4.75. Anyway, being impatient and frustrated, I went the extreme route, drilling out the rotors I wanted with the 5 on 4.75 pattern, pressing the studs racing studs and fabricating the 6-piston caliper mounts.

Stepside65 · 05-02-2008, 05:56 AM

Might consider a front crossmember swap from a 73-87. That would give you the 5 lugs your want with disk brakes and coil springs up front. Then just a rear axle swap in the back. Really easy swap from what several board members have said.

scotts62 · 05-03-2008, 12:06 AM

I put a complete crossmember from a 74 chevy truck halfton under my 62 pickup to get rid of the tortion bars. Got everything from rotor to rotor at a salvage for 125 bucks, the only thing i had to do was drill two more holes on each side, other than that all other holes lined up. Had been driving every day with that setup for 3 years. It will work for what you are wanting to do. Hope that will help you

Scott

kevindtimm · 05-06-2008, 05:24 PM

Scott,

I have a '62 also, just picked up the xmember from a 77. I'm dismantling it now, cleanup, paint, bushings, etc. and will do the install in a couple of months.

Do you have any pictures of your installed crossmember (or better yet, pictures of the progress)?

TIA

scotts62 · 05-07-2008, 12:13 AM

Kevindtimm,

No dont have any detailed pics of progress. the install was very easy though only had to drill couple of new holes, and used a power steering off a 73 suburban (im sure onthers will work too but just chose that year and style). PM me if you have any ?'s ill be glad to help

Scott

sonnyman28 · 08-04-2008, 11:09 AM

I need some help also. Im trying to convert my 72 stepside from 5 lug to 6 lug. Any advice?

**Captainfab** · 08-05-2008, 12:14 AM

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Originally Posted by sonnyman28

I need some help also. Im trying to convert my 72 stepside from 5 lug to 6 lug. Any advice?

Well that's backwards from what everyone else is doing. I'm assuming you already have disc's up front? Probably the easiest would be to go with the aftermarket 6 lug front rotors, although you may have to change your spindles....don't know for sure. As for the rear end, you should be able to find someone to swap you complete differentials. Your 5 lug for a 6 lug one, since your 5 lug is sought after by those wanting to convert to 5 lugs.

Miller · 10-22-2010, 07:20 PM

Well looks like its been a couple years ago since this question was asked so I didn't see any but is there a bolt up 6 lug adapter to a 5 lug ? I guess the rim would have to have a different backspace. In order to sit in where it should. I'm personally not ready to swap cross members yet ...lol give me time
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**Captainfab** · 10-23-2010, 12:00 AM

You don't have to swap the whole crossmember, just the balljoints, Spindles, rotors, etc. Unless you have a '60-'62, then you have to swap the whole crossmember.

I don't know of any 6 lug to 5 lug adapters available.

Bad61c10 · 09-03-2015, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by scotts62

Kevindtimm,

No dont have any detailed pics of progress. the install was very easy though only had to drill couple of new holes, and used a power steering off a 73 suburban (im sure onthers will work too but just chose that year and style). PM me if you have any ?'s ill be glad to help
Did you have to take all your body panels off when you did the swap. This is my first truck and I'm only 16 so I'm worried if I take it all off it wont get back together
Thanks

Scott

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04-25-2008, 03:52 AM	#1
Deathtrapgarage Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Kansas city, MO Posts: 7	converting 6 lug to 5 lug. i have a 62 2 wheel drive 6x5 and im wanting to put some supremes on it, what all would i need to do to convert it over to 5 lugs? any thing helps. thanks alot.

04-25-2008, 04:35 AM	#2
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,147	Re: converting 6 lug to 5 lug. Well, if you dont want to run billet adapters, then a disc-brake conversion for the front, and rear axle swap will be in order. __________________ John What the Heck is that ?? CURRENT BUILDS: 62 BurbMaster Other Builds: My '63 C-10,LWB,CC,BBW '06 HD StrAight Axle Swap Father/Son '67 C-20, LQ9,4L80,Bagged,8-Lugger !!Good Friend Richard's Build AMERICAN CUSTOMS & CLASSICS (831) 630-1965 www.ACCHOLLISTER.com ACC on FACEBOOK "Rest in Peace, Mom & Dad ... I will see you again someday!"

04-25-2008, 04:52 AM	#3
NF65Fleetside Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 674	Re: converting 6 lug to 5 lug. theres a complete how to in the FAQ

05-02-2008, 03:17 AM	#4
vin63 It's Better With Nitro Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Chino Hills, CA Posts: 2,262	Re: converting 6 lug to 5 lug. As NF65Fleetside mentioned, there are 5-lug conversions. And, if you're as stubburn as I am and want to run a vintage set of wheels that have sentimental value (I had them since before I could drive), you can have new axles cut and drill out the front rotors like I did. I should explain...I couldn't find a 5-lug conversion with a 5 on 4.75 (small GM) pattern - everthing was 5 on 5. My vintage Ansens are 5 on 4.75. Anyway, being impatient and frustrated, I went the extreme route, drilling out the rotors I wanted with the 5 on 4.75 pattern, pressing the studs racing studs and fabricating the 6-piston caliper mounts. __________________ 1963 C-10: Deluxe-optioned cab, shortbed, fleetside Pontiac 462 ci, Kauffman D-Port alum. heads 4L80E, narrowed sheetmetal Ford 9-inch Tubular front and rear suspension Custom 6-piston front disc and 4-piston rear disc brakes

05-02-2008, 05:56 AM	#5
Stepside65 Still Truckless! Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Valrico, Florida Posts: 3,166	Re: converting 6 lug to 5 lug. Might consider a front crossmember swap from a 73-87. That would give you the 5 lugs your want with disk brakes and coil springs up front. Then just a rear axle swap in the back. Really easy swap from what several board members have said. __________________ ~James Truckless 2009 Hyundai Sonata<~~Wife's sedanomatic 1997 Nissan Pickup Father-in-law's tonka toy I am forced to drive Founder of The 60-66 Club Tutor Et Ultor

05-03-2008, 12:06 AM	#6
scotts62 One day... Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Tuttle, Ok Posts: 9,240	Re: converting 6 lug to 5 lug. I put a complete crossmember from a 74 chevy truck halfton under my 62 pickup to get rid of the tortion bars. Got everything from rotor to rotor at a salvage for 125 bucks, the only thing i had to do was drill two more holes on each side, other than that all other holes lined up. Had been driving every day with that setup for 3 years. It will work for what you are wanting to do. Hope that will help you Scott __________________ Scott 93 crew cab build Project 62

05-06-2008, 05:24 PM	#7
kevindtimm Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Allen,TX Posts: 170	Re: converting 6 lug to 5 lug. Scott, I have a '62 also, just picked up the xmember from a 77. I'm dismantling it now, cleanup, paint, bushings, etc. and will do the install in a couple of months. Do you have any pictures of your installed crossmember (or better yet, pictures of the progress)? TIA

05-07-2008, 12:13 AM	#8
scotts62 One day... Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Tuttle, Ok Posts: 9,240	Re: converting 6 lug to 5 lug. Kevindtimm, No dont have any detailed pics of progress. the install was very easy though only had to drill couple of new holes, and used a power steering off a 73 suburban (im sure onthers will work too but just chose that year and style). PM me if you have any ?'s ill be glad to help Scott __________________ Scott 93 crew cab build Project 62

08-04-2008, 11:09 AM	#9
sonnyman28 Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: Alabama Posts: 46	Re: converting 6 lug to 5 lug. I need some help also. Im trying to convert my 72 stepside from 5 lug to 6 lug. Any advice?

10-22-2010, 07:20 PM	#11
Miller Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Lorain, OH Posts: 3	Re: converting 6 lug to 5 lug. Well looks like its been a couple years ago since this question was asked so I didn't see any but is there a bolt up 6 lug adapter to a 5 lug ? I guess the rim would have to have a different backspace. In order to sit in where it should. I'm personally not ready to swap cross members yet ...lol give me time Posted via Mobile Device

10-23-2010, 12:00 AM	#12
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,248	Re: converting 6 lug to 5 lug. You don't have to swap the whole crossmember, just the balljoints, Spindles, rotors, etc. Unless you have a '60-'62, then you have to swap the whole crossmember. I don't know of any 6 lug to 5 lug adapters available. __________________ 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 Last edited by Captainfab; 10-23-2010 at 12:00 AM.



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