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-Greg72 12-01-2006 06:11 PM

Axle ID Needed (pics).....easy for the experts here!!!
 
OK,

Here's what I know:

71 or 72 Panel
5-Lug
2WD

Here are the pics....

View from back cover
http://www.norcalbigdawgs.net/Galler...Cover_View.jpg

View of Pinion Side
http://www.norcalbigdawgs.net/Galler..._Side_View.jpg


I want to guess "12-Bolt", but I don't know enough about this type of vehicle to be 100%. I have seen the Eaton rears before and they are a lot "rounder" and the cover is almost a perfect half-dome shape, which this one clearly isn't.

Anyone? Lots of good emoticons for whomever knows....

zeusflash 12-01-2006 06:22 PM

Re: Axle ID Needed (pics).....easy for the experts here!!!
 
That is indeed a 12 bolt. Be aware if you ever have to get parts for it that you do need to specify TRUCK 12 bolt because the pinion shaft diameter is not the same as a car!

-Greg72 12-01-2006 06:34 PM

Re: Axle ID Needed (pics).....easy for the experts here!!!
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by zeusflash (Post 1917802)
That is indeed a 12 bolt. Be aware if you ever have to get parts for it that you do need to specify TRUCK 12 bolt because the pinion shaft diameter is not the same as a car!


Zeus:


I am a man of my word, so here you go:

:metal: :) :gi: :ww: :agree: :c2: :clap: :thumbs: :floss:



Is there any reason why I couldn't do the same sort of mods like the car versions???..... specifically adding a selectable locker, and most importantly some sort of positive retention method for the wheels if an axleshaft was to ever break?.... some sort of C-Clip retainer or "full floater hub" type idea.

I am planning to use this axle to do some towing from time to time, and can't be having wheels spitting out from under the rig!


Thanks again for the help!


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vtblazer 12-01-2006 07:37 PM

Re: Axle ID Needed (pics).....easy for the experts here!!!
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by -Greg72 (Post 1917787)
OK,

Here's what I know:

71 or 72 Panel

To clarify, it's a 67 with a 71/72 front clip and same year front disc's.

7387chevys 12-01-2006 09:13 PM

Re: Axle ID Needed (pics).....easy for the experts here!!!
 
/\How can you tell trailing arms??????
Shane

edit or the number of lugs?


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