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My72BB · 03-10-2013, 09:47 PM

Ive got a 71 K20 with a Eaton underneath it...4:10 ratio. It is 51 1/4" wide backing plate to backing plate. Is that normal width??? Seems awful narrow.

Also, just curious as to the value/durability of this axle vs. a Dana 60?

Thanks in advance...Alan

03-10-2013, 09:47 PM	#24
My72BB Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Fairfield, PA Posts: 503	Re: Eaton HO72/HO52 vs. 14 Bolt FF Ive got a 71 K20 with a Eaton underneath it...4:10 ratio. It is 51 1/4" wide backing plate to backing plate. Is that normal width??? Seems awful narrow. Also, just curious as to the value/durability of this axle vs. a Dana 60? Thanks in advance...Alan Attached Images