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ron19 · 05-06-2008, 06:59 AM

I'm junking a 76 Chevy big 10 that I took the front disc's off for my 65 (Note: I think the spindles are larger than a standard 1/2 ton but not sure)

My questions is, does anyone know if the rear 5 lug axles out of the 76 big ten 12 bolt rear would swap into the 12 bolt rear in my 65? That would save buying the axles out of CCP or somewhere else.

The rears measure close to the same, but not sure if they would actually install, has anyone tried this? I've got the scrap man coming tomorrow afternoon to get the truck, but I'll have him wait if they will work.

Thanks guys!

ron19 · 05-06-2008, 05:27 PM

Anybody got anything on this?

billydonn · 05-07-2008, 12:22 AM

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Originally Posted by ron19

Anybody got anything on this?

To repeat what others have said, the axles will not swap over. Replacement conversion axles are available or have yours redrilled and the center registers turned down. It is probably safer just to get the replacement axles. A 71 or 72 differential is a perfect swap except for the extra 1 1/2 width.

ron19 · 05-07-2008, 06:18 PM

Thanks for the info guys, saved me many hours of disappointment. Also, Billydonn, your truck is my wallpaper at home, nice truck!

1966-Suburban-V-8 · 05-06-2008, 09:06 PM

Before the JunkMan cometh, I'd yank the whole rear axle out from under, but if you don' want to go there, at least pull the axles, and full brake sets. If you swap them with the full brakes, I think the axles may just work. But if it's long gone and you could have used 'em you'll be sorry....

Dan

fchava · 05-06-2008, 09:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ron19

I'm junking a 76 Chevy big 10 that I took the front disc's off for my 65 (Note: I think the spindles are larger than a standard 1/2 ton but not sure)

My questions is, does anyone know if the rear 5 lug axles out of the 76 big ten 12 bolt rear would swap into the 12 bolt rear in my 65? That would save buying the axles out of CCP or somewhere else.

The rears measure close to the same, but not sure if they would actually install, has anyone tried this? I've got the scrap man coming tomorrow afternoon to get the truck, but I'll have him wait if they will work.

Thanks guys!

I don't think this will work are the 76 rear is wider and the axle splines are different. You could always get yours redrilled for 5 lug.

leftcoast66 · 05-06-2008, 10:16 PM

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Originally Posted by fchava

I don't think this will work are the 76 rear is wider and the axle splines are different. You could always get yours redrilled for 5 lug.

Yep, their I believe 3/4 inch on each side wider. I've got one under my 66 tho. Only issue is mounts for it, which isn't a big deal and then if your gonna lower the hell out of it, I ran into issues with it hitting the bed side at the spot welds.

billydonn · 05-07-2008, 08:09 PM

I am glad to help a gentleman of such refined good taste!

05-06-2008, 06:59 AM	#1
ron19 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Indiana Posts: 107	5 lug rear axles I'm junking a 76 Chevy big 10 that I took the front disc's off for my 65 (Note: I think the spindles are larger than a standard 1/2 ton but not sure) My questions is, does anyone know if the rear 5 lug axles out of the 76 big ten 12 bolt rear would swap into the 12 bolt rear in my 65? That would save buying the axles out of CCP or somewhere else. The rears measure close to the same, but not sure if they would actually install, has anyone tried this? I've got the scrap man coming tomorrow afternoon to get the truck, but I'll have him wait if they will work. Thanks guys! __________________ 65' Chevy C10, Short Step 75' Chevy Big10 1/2, 1 time pull truck, now parts truck 02' GMC 2500HD 8.1L 4X4

05-06-2008, 05:27 PM	#2
ron19 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Indiana Posts: 107	Re: 5 lug rear axles Anybody got anything on this? __________________ 65' Chevy C10, Short Step 75' Chevy Big10 1/2, 1 time pull truck, now parts truck 02' GMC 2500HD 8.1L 4X4

05-07-2008, 06:18 PM	#4
ron19 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Indiana Posts: 107	Re: 5 lug rear axles Thanks for the info guys, saved me many hours of disappointment. Also, Billydonn, your truck is my wallpaper at home, nice truck! __________________ 65' Chevy C10, Short Step 75' Chevy Big10 1/2, 1 time pull truck, now parts truck 02' GMC 2500HD 8.1L 4X4

05-06-2008, 09:06 PM	#5
1966-Suburban-V-8 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 66	Re: 5 lug rear axles Before the JunkMan cometh, I'd yank the whole rear axle out from under, but if you don' want to go there, at least pull the axles, and full brake sets. If you swap them with the full brakes, I think the axles may just work. But if it's long gone and you could have used 'em you'll be sorry.... Dan __________________ 1966 Chevy Suburban 'Gater - Shop Truck - 350/turbo 350 Power Steering, B&M Floor Shift, Dual side dump exhaust Chrome Rally 6 lugs. (((XM)))tunes! 1965 Riviera 425 - Luxury Muscle - Fully Factory Loaded. All power, A/C, Custom Interior, Guidematic Dimmer, AM/FM - etc, etc 1966 Corvair Corsa Turbo - Factory Sport Model - Quick steering, F-41 HD suspension, Positraction, Tele Wheel.

05-07-2008, 08:09 PM	#8
billydonn Council of the Elders Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Omaha, NE Posts: 212	Re: 5 lug rear axles I am glad to help a gentleman of such refined good taste! __________________ 66 C-10 Stepside 350 Tuned Port Injection Tremec TKO-600 Truck Pictures: http://community.webshots.com/user/billydonn Truck Video: http://good-times.webshots.com/video...ost=good-times

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