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Hisroth · 08-15-2021, 03:32 PM

Hello all, used to participate in these forums with my 71 C10, have since changed and moved on to a different project, an 89 Jimmy K5.

I've done a front spindle/bearing, wheel bearings, brake pads, rigged up the back window track etc.. so far.

But when looking at it, the back wheels are inside the fender and the front wheels are even with the fender, so I was going to put some 1.5-2 inch spacers on the rear to bring them even with the front. Everything says they should be 78mm hubs on the rear, so I ordered a set. They're way too small. I start looking some more and it seems like 87 or 106mm are my only two semi-standard options. I get out a tape measure, and the rear hubs are 3.5 inches, which translates to just about 89mm?

So I guess my question is, did someone change the rear end, and what are the odds that the 87mm hub centric spacers will actually fit on my rear end?

Really looking forward to getting this project going.

Thanks! Happy to be back.

https://imgur.com/IZP39pw

kipps · 08-15-2021, 08:40 PM

A harbor freight caliper costs about $25. You'll find it useful for a lot of things, and it can give you an accurate measurement for this.

Hisroth · 08-15-2021, 09:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kipps

A harbor freight caliper costs about $25. You'll find it useful for a lot of things, and it can give you an accurate measurement for this.

Ha, so simple and never crossed my mind.

I've got a buddy that's got one I'm sure, will check with him tomorrow.

84 400 · 08-16-2021, 10:25 PM

How many bolts hold ob your rear diff cover?

08-15-2021, 03:32 PM	#1
Hisroth Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Hillsboro, KS Posts: 39	89 Jimmy wheel spacer help Hello all, used to participate in these forums with my 71 C10, have since changed and moved on to a different project, an 89 Jimmy K5. I've done a front spindle/bearing, wheel bearings, brake pads, rigged up the back window track etc.. so far. But when looking at it, the back wheels are inside the fender and the front wheels are even with the fender, so I was going to put some 1.5-2 inch spacers on the rear to bring them even with the front. Everything says they should be 78mm hubs on the rear, so I ordered a set. They're way too small. I start looking some more and it seems like 87 or 106mm are my only two semi-standard options. I get out a tape measure, and the rear hubs are 3.5 inches, which translates to just about 89mm? So I guess my question is, did someone change the rear end, and what are the odds that the 87mm hub centric spacers will actually fit on my rear end? Really looking forward to getting this project going. Thanks! Happy to be back. https://imgur.com/IZP39pw

08-15-2021, 08:40 PM	#2
kipps Registered User Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: North-central Virginia Posts: 1,104	Re: 89 Jimmy wheel spacer help A harbor freight caliper costs about $25. You'll find it useful for a lot of things, and it can give you an accurate measurement for this. __________________ 1987 C6P V20 truck, 2010 LMG 5.3, AFM delete, 2010 Camaro exhaust manifolds, 1997 nv4500, 1991 np241c, hydroboost, 2005 14bff axle & driveshaft, drop-n-lock gooseneck, 4.10 gears, stock suspension, rims, and tires. Still a work in progress. Any questions or suggestions are welcome!

08-16-2021, 10:25 PM	#4
84 400 Sb 400 club Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: NH / MA Posts: 2,746	Re: 89 Jimmy wheel spacer help How many bolts hold ob your rear diff cover? __________________ 1984 chevy c10, built 400sb,.(SOLD) 77 K10 Project / daily driver "The Grinch" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=318363 1956 Willys Wagon (327 chevy) Project (Now Buick 225) 1980 Corvette L-48 4 speed 1992 Mustang GT built 5.0 5 speed 1985 C10 LWB Sold 1982 K10 SWB plow truck Parted out 1986 D30 M1028 fire brush truck Parted out



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