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08-17-2018, 02:38 PM
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Axle swap.
I've a 1969 c10 6 lug rear end with 3:73 gears which I believe is an open carrier according to the stamping on the axle tube information I obtained from this site.
Is it possible to switch out the axles on this rear end over to 5 lug axles so I can get it to match my '72's front 5 lugs suspension? If this is a possibility there are trucks from other years I could use the 5 lug axles from or do I have to buy new ones. Also, if I can swap them, will the 6 lug backing plates match the 5 lug drums or is it time to buy a disc rear brake setup. I mean if I have to go through that amount of work, I may as well upgrade the brakes. Thanks for any help. |
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08-17-2018, 04:34 PM
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Re: Axle swap.
You must use conversion axles that are a shorter length, or have your stockers redrilled for 5 lug.
I pulled the backing plates off of my open diff 1972 housing and directly bolted them on a 1969 housing that has 3.73 gears and posi-traction unit. Did the same as you so I could match the 5 lug front disc setup. Didn't remove the cylinders, shoes or any of the hardware. They bolted right on. I then slid Moser 5 lug conversion axles into the 1969 housing. Been running that for 2 years now. Gary
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08-18-2018, 02:28 AM
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Re: Axle swap.
Jegs has Yukon 5 lug conversion axle kit for 160$ .... Use promo code SAVENOW for 20$ and it's only 140$ .... Great deal .... Comes with drums , studs and bearings too ! ... It's for 65-69 c10s ... So you can have 5 lugs and the narrower housing to run a wider tire ... Win win
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08-18-2018, 11:10 AM
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Re: Axle swap.
Thanks to the both of you, just a single axle is approximately $120 depending who is offering them. That sounds like a great deal so I'm going to order the set today, again, thanks guys.
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08-19-2018, 03:46 PM
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Re: Axle swap.
Raycee 88 couldn’t find axle kit sale. Could you post where you found on website? May just be me. Never navigated their website much.
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08-19-2018, 04:14 PM
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Re: Axle swap.
I think I did this right .... If the link doesn't work just go to jegs and search Yukon axle conversion .... Add to cart and enter promo SAVENOW
https://www.jegs.com/i/Yukon-Gear/80...RCK-2/10002/-1 |
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08-19-2018, 04:31 PM
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Re: Axle swap.
Thanks
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08-19-2018, 07:43 PM
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Re: Axle swap.
That is a smoking good deal, don't think is has drums though from this description....
Includes two axles, axle bearings & seals and studs. |
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08-19-2018, 08:33 PM
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Re: Axle swap.
Ive ordered mine but haven't gotten it yet .... If it doesn't come with drums no big deal to me ... I've converted my 67 to rear disc using captainfabs impala ss brakets ....
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08-20-2018, 09:01 AM
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Re: Axle swap.
Wow, that Jeg's deal sounds too good to be true....LOL
Moser was, (not sure, it's been a while, if they still do) selling "C" clip axles for $260.00/pair. A friend of mine's son bought a set for his 67 C10 (had them made for 5 lug conversion). Of course this is axles only... |
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09-18-2018, 09:21 PM
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Re: Axle swap.
Did any of you guys order this from Jegs and receive it yet? Does it have everything pictured?
The link above doesn't work anymore, except I still have it in my Jeg's cart at the lower price and it looks like I can order it... |
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09-18-2018, 10:36 PM
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Re: Axle swap.
I cancelled my order ... It turns out the listing is wrong and only for one side ....that's why the jegs listing has been removed ....
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09-18-2018, 10:53 PM
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Re: Axle swap.
Did they contact you to let you know that was the case?
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09-18-2018, 11:13 PM
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Re: Axle swap.
No ... 72timemachine ordered also ... He was inquiring about a time frame for the order and found out it was only one side ... I guess jegs figured out the advertisement was misleading and took it down ... So the price is for one side only ... The have a new listing up now that is correct ... I just cancelled my order
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