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Old 03-10-2019, 12:20 AM   #5
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Re: Disc brake conversion
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Might as well get the rear axles while your at it. You'll have 5 lug in front 6 in back if you don't.
Can't use the 5 lug 71-72 axles in the 1970 and ealier housings. The axles are too long.

Moser makes a 5 lug conversion axle that is the correct length for 1970 and earlier housings. I used a set on my 1969 C10 12-bolt, and I also have 1972 GMC C15 5 lug disc brake stuff up front.

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