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blazntn · 11-21-2011, 09:32 AM

I am need of a rearend for my 69! It will be layed out and bd to lay pinch welds.

I need to know what my best route would be. I am currently 6 lug but I am not against swapping to 5. I was wondering about the Caprices. I think I need something a little narrower than stock.

thanks
Brad W

cdowns · 11-21-2011, 09:41 AM

as far as what u need// need info on engine power you are planning a 200hp or 600hp engine will need differnt strengths to live// as far as width need info on rims with backspace etc

blazntn · 11-21-2011, 09:52 AM

Forgot about that. I have a mild 350, with a 700r4 behid it. This is going to be a cruiser not a racer. I was wonder about Caprices, Regal, S-10's. Anything I can pick up easily at a Pull-a-part.

andrewmp6 · 11-21-2011, 10:11 AM

the s10 and g body but for the grand national and 442 used a 7.5 10 bolt which is kinda weak.I would be looking for a 10 or 12 bolt from a truck you'll have to change the spring perches but that's not hard.

blazntn · 11-21-2011, 10:49 AM

what model trucks. I would like to find one that I will not have to narrow.

blazntn · 11-21-2011, 11:50 AM

Would a 73-87 rearend fit? or are they wider?

fishingjred73 · 11-21-2011, 07:05 PM

1 1/2" wider.......seems like, somebody else will confirm or not.

andrewmp6 · 11-22-2011, 01:35 AM

Do you have a rear end in the truck now?

blazntn · 11-22-2011, 08:05 AM

No, I do not have a rearend.

andrewmp6 · 11-23-2011, 02:48 AM

Does anyone know how wide the stock rear end is so he can have a idea what to look for?

blazntn · 11-23-2011, 08:12 AM

I believe stock width is 60.5" I am looking to something close to that. But strong enough to hold up to my motor. It isnt going to be a race car but I dont want it to take a dump on me at a stop light.

fishingjred73 · 11-23-2011, 10:39 AM

Here's some info on a 71 rear which is an 1 1/2" wider than the 70 down.
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=440869

SCOTI · 11-23-2011, 10:56 AM

Don't overlook the 8.8" rear out of a Fox body Mustang....

Easy to find.
Used housings can be found already beefed up.
Strong ((falls between the 10 & 12 bolt in strength).
Huge aftermarket support.
Disc brake kits & 5-lug axles readily available.

mbgmike · 11-23-2011, 11:03 AM

HERE IS A USEFUL CHART
http://www.carnut.com/specs/rear.html
just for info we build rear ends to any width and any HP starting at $1000.00

andrewmp6 · 11-25-2011, 02:31 AM

Scoti the 8.8 from a explorer is used for a alot of swaps early mustangs and some jeeps.

SCOTI · 11-25-2011, 11:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by andrewmp6

Scoti the 8.8 from a explorer is used for a alot of swaps early mustangs and some jeeps.

True, but I recall the axle tubes are differing lengths & the overall width is wider vs. the Fox body stang. I think guys typically shorten the longer side to equal the shorter side for a cheap-ish alternative. I don't remember what the diff was in widths between the 2.

andrewmp6 · 11-26-2011, 01:55 AM

The explorer is wider then the mustangs like a inch or two but its 31 spline and most are a factory lsd too.They do have a off center diff which can be fixed like you said shorten the one side.

**CC69Rat** · 12-06-2011, 09:13 PM

67-68 is 55.5" plate to plate. Some early 69's
69-72 is 57" plate to plate.

or, the WMS measurement if you prefer.

Find an early rear end housing and you can run a wheel with .75" less Backspacing (looks wider / more lip)

HotRod C/10 · 03-08-2012, 07:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CC69Rat

67-68 is 55.5" plate to plate. Some early 69's
69-72 is 57" plate to plate.

or, the WMS measurement if you prefer.

Find an early rear end housing and you can run a wheel with .75" less Backspacing (looks wider / more lip)

good info right there.

Nsanehotrodz · 03-08-2012, 10:05 PM

I might have one out of a 68'. I'll check tomorrow. Its yours if it will work.

DeWayne

11-21-2011, 09:32 AM	#1
blazntn Registered User Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: TN Posts: 204	What rearend???? I am need of a rearend for my 69! It will be layed out and bd to lay pinch welds. I need to know what my best route would be. I am currently 6 lug but I am not against swapping to 5. I was wondering about the Caprices. I think I need something a little narrower than stock. thanks Brad W

11-21-2011, 09:41 AM	#2
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: What rearend???? as far as what u need// need info on engine power you are planning a 200hp or 600hp engine will need differnt strengths to live// as far as width need info on rims with backspace etc __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

11-21-2011, 09:52 AM	#3
blazntn Registered User Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: TN Posts: 204	Re: What rearend???? Forgot about that. I have a mild 350, with a 700r4 behid it. This is going to be a cruiser not a racer. I was wonder about Caprices, Regal, S-10's. Anything I can pick up easily at a Pull-a-part.

11-21-2011, 10:11 AM	#4
andrewmp6 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Louisville,Ky Posts: 5,811	Re: What rearend???? the s10 and g body but for the grand national and 442 used a 7.5 10 bolt which is kinda weak.I would be looking for a 10 or 12 bolt from a truck you'll have to change the spring perches but that's not hard.

11-21-2011, 10:49 AM	#5
blazntn Registered User Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: TN Posts: 204	Re: What rearend???? what model trucks. I would like to find one that I will not have to narrow.

11-21-2011, 11:50 AM	#6
blazntn Registered User Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: TN Posts: 204	Re: What rearend???? Would a 73-87 rearend fit? or are they wider?

11-21-2011, 07:05 PM	#7
fishingjred73 Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: LOUISIANA Posts: 811	Re: What rearend???? 1 1/2" wider.......seems like, somebody else will confirm or not. __________________ James '68 Stepside (ground up in progress) My 68 build thread http://louisianaclassictruckclub.fre...side-t956.html '81 SWB "Pap paw" (Driver) The 81 build thread http://louisianaclassictruckclub.fre...-swb-t960.html Member of www.louisianaclassictruckclub.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/296290610747732/

11-22-2011, 01:35 AM	#8
andrewmp6 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Louisville,Ky Posts: 5,811	Re: What rearend???? Do you have a rear end in the truck now?

11-22-2011, 08:05 AM	#9
blazntn Registered User Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: TN Posts: 204	Re: What rearend???? No, I do not have a rearend.

11-23-2011, 02:48 AM	#10
andrewmp6 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Louisville,Ky Posts: 5,811	Re: What rearend???? Does anyone know how wide the stock rear end is so he can have a idea what to look for?

11-23-2011, 08:12 AM	#11
blazntn Registered User Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: TN Posts: 204	Re: What rearend???? I believe stock width is 60.5" I am looking to something close to that. But strong enough to hold up to my motor. It isnt going to be a race car but I dont want it to take a dump on me at a stop light.

11-23-2011, 10:39 AM	#12
fishingjred73 Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: LOUISIANA Posts: 811	Re: What rearend???? Here's some info on a 71 rear which is an 1 1/2" wider than the 70 down. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=440869 __________________ James '68 Stepside (ground up in progress) My 68 build thread http://louisianaclassictruckclub.fre...side-t956.html '81 SWB "Pap paw" (Driver) The 81 build thread http://louisianaclassictruckclub.fre...-swb-t960.html Member of www.louisianaclassictruckclub.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/296290610747732/

11-23-2011, 10:56 AM	#13
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 21,934	Re: What rearend???? Don't overlook the 8.8" rear out of a Fox body Mustang.... Easy to find. Used housings can be found already beefed up. Strong ((falls between the 10 & 12 bolt in strength). Huge aftermarket support. Disc brake kits & 5-lug axles readily available. __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

11-23-2011, 11:03 AM	#14
mbgmike Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Pasadena,Tx /Pto Pta DR Posts: 5,415	Re: What rearend???? HERE IS A USEFUL CHART http://www.carnut.com/specs/rear.html just for info we build rear ends to any width and any HP starting at $1000.00

11-25-2011, 02:31 AM	#15
andrewmp6 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Louisville,Ky Posts: 5,811	Re: What rearend???? Scoti the 8.8 from a explorer is used for a alot of swaps early mustangs and some jeeps.



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11-26-2011, 01:55 AM	#17
andrewmp6 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Louisville,Ky Posts: 5,811	Re: What rearend???? The explorer is wider then the mustangs like a inch or two but its 31 spline and most are a factory lsd too.They do have a off center diff which can be fixed like you said shorten the one side.

12-06-2011, 09:13 PM	#18
CC69Rat Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,206	Re: What rearend???? 67-68 is 55.5" plate to plate. Some early 69's 69-72 is 57" plate to plate. or, the WMS measurement if you prefer. Find an early rear end housing and you can run a wheel with .75" less Backspacing (looks wider / more lip) __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

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