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Old 06-10-2013, 02:48 PM   #1
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How much and what is best way to convert to 5 lug from 6 lug?

I have a 6 lug 70 Chevy 2 wd shortbed and wanting to convert to 5 lug what's the best way
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Old 06-10-2013, 02:59 PM   #2
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Re: How much and what is best way to convert to 5 lug from 6 lug?

putting a 73-87 front end in it
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Old 06-10-2013, 03:31 PM   #3
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Re: How much and what is best way to convert to 5 lug from 6 lug?

Sell the 70 for a 71 or 72!



Seriously, I bought a beat up engine/transmission-less donor truck for cheap and had everything I needed to swap over, front and rear.
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Old 06-10-2013, 03:33 PM   #4
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Re: How much and what is best way to convert to 5 lug from 6 lug?

Use 63-70 conversion spindles and a 71-72 M/C and prop valve.
Screw using worn out 73-87 parts.
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