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Old 06-04-2016, 11:37 PM   #1
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Axle Swap

I have a 1983 4x4 front axle available to me. It is a 6 lug 10 bolt with 3.73 gear ratio. Will this fit in my 1964 k10?
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Old 06-05-2016, 01:47 AM   #2
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Re: Axle Swap

Yes it will bolt up, but the track width is wider.

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I have a 1983 4x4 front axle available to me. It is a 6 lug 10 bolt with 3.73 gear ratio. Will this fit in my 1964 k10?
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Old 06-05-2016, 10:43 AM   #3
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Re: Axle Swap

How much wider?
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Old 06-05-2016, 11:57 AM   #4
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How much wider?
1.5" on each side, so 3"
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Re: Axle Swap

How much wider would a Dana 44 off like a 74 be?
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Old 06-05-2016, 03:22 PM   #6
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The Dana is the same width.
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