1960 c10 rear end swap - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

JADF · 10-07-2017, 02:41 AM

I found a lead on the rear end for a 73-87 that I want to throw in my truck. Can anyone whose done this swap chime in? I found some info that it's wider but most info doesn't pertain to the 60-62 cars. I'm also planning on putting the entire 73-87 front end on the car too.

Thanks!

**LostMy65** · 10-07-2017, 09:45 AM

I found these in the FAQ's
They might help you some.
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=6509009
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=624445

**Captainfab** · 10-07-2017, 10:51 PM

The Eaton HO32/33 differentials found under the '60-'62 trucks is 62" wide just as the '63-'70 truck 12 bolts. So with the '71-'87 truck differentials being 63.5" wide, you will be gaining 1.5" in width or .750" per side.

If you need a set of trailing arm mounts for this swap, let me know.

ApacheATL · 10-21-2017, 10:27 PM

I finally got a c10 project and it's been fun getting it road worthy. It's a 60 c10 with the stock eaton 1/2 ton. I'm looking to swap the rear end as it is old leaking and could use a better ratio for driving this old beater around. It's not bad but I never use first with the Muncie 420 transmission.

Any advice on what I should go with for easy fit installation and more readily available parts than the eaton. I've got some local junk yards that may have something and can get someone to help weld it up if necessary.
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10-07-2017, 02:41 AM	#1
JADF Registered User Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 18	1960 c10 rear end swap I found a lead on the rear end for a 73-87 that I want to throw in my truck. Can anyone whose done this swap chime in? I found some info that it's wider but most info doesn't pertain to the 60-62 cars. I'm also planning on putting the entire 73-87 front end on the car too. Thanks!

10-07-2017, 09:45 AM	#2
LostMy65 But Found Her 25yrs Later! Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Oregon City, Oregon Posts: 10,468	Re: 1960 c10 rear end swap I found these in the FAQ's They might help you some. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=6509009 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=624445 __________________ I lost my 65 - Found it 25 years later: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=426650 66 C20 Service Truck: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=428035

10-07-2017, 10:51 PM	#3
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,246	Re: 1960 c10 rear end swap The Eaton HO32/33 differentials found under the '60-'62 trucks is 62" wide just as the '63-'70 truck 12 bolts. So with the '71-'87 truck differentials being 63.5" wide, you will be gaining 1.5" in width or .750" per side. If you need a set of trailing arm mounts for this swap, let me know. __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE

10-21-2017, 10:27 PM	#4
ApacheATL Registered User Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Woodstock, Ga Posts: 1	I finally got a c10 project and it's been fun getting it road worthy. It's a 60 c10 with the stock eaton 1/2 ton. I'm looking to swap the rear end as it is old leaking and could use a better ratio for driving this old beater around. It's not bad but I never use first with the Muncie 420 transmission. Any advice on what I should go with for easy fit installation and more readily available parts than the eaton. I've got some local junk yards that may have something and can get someone to help weld it up if necessary. Posted via Mobile Device Attached Images Last edited by ApacheATL; 10-21-2017 at 10:44 PM.



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