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12-03-2006, 07:33 PM
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Location: Clarks Hill, Indiana
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Converting auto hub axle
So, the axles I picked up for my upgrade for 8-bolt, the front doesn't have hub to lock or unlock. Will I be able to convert the axle to manual hubs? Any ideas as to what that will cost? D44 for a 76 K20.
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12-03-2006, 07:54 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: Central PA
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Re: Converting auto hub axle
You know that you can just swap hubs for 6 bolt to 8 bolt upgrade? I have a set with milemarker lockouts I can sell you.
I think that you can pull the auto hubs apart and install manuals as well though. |
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12-03-2006, 09:56 PM
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Re: Converting auto hub axle
It's easy to install locking hubs unless your new front axle is from a Dodge full time 4x4. If by chance it is a Dodge axle, it would probably be cheaper and easier to purchase a complete GM front axle assembly. My son has a Dodge that has a Chevy front axle in it. They are interchangable.
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12-03-2006, 11:43 PM
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Re: Converting auto hub axle
I got a set of Warn Premium hubs delivered to my door for a little less than $100....got lucky when I did a search on Google.
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12-05-2006, 11:30 AM
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Re: Converting auto hub axle
mgross - i'm 6-lug drums, going to 8-lug disc.
jacobs - the axle i'm going to use is out of a 76 K20. Thanks for the input. |
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12-05-2006, 12:49 PM
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Location: Central PA
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Re: Converting auto hub axle
Mile marker website says that you have to have a conversion kit for auto hubs. Are they auto hubs or is it a full-time 4WD truck. i guess there is a difference. Full-time 4wd needs an adapter for the T-case, not sure on the axle.
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12-05-2006, 02:48 PM
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Location: Modesto, CA
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Re: Converting auto hub axle
Pull the auto crap out and install Warn Prem. hubs.
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