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wrench_65 · 08-12-2009, 05:40 PM

have a 65 c20 found a 66 1/2 ton rear end but want to convert over to a 5 lug. have seen the axles from early classics but want more options.

thanks...

shrunken66stroker · 08-12-2009, 06:02 PM

I replaced mine with Superior Axle and Gear axles. They're a direct fit from Summit. Not cheap if I remember right. I think they were 130 a piece and then I bought and pressed in some new studs. Maybe someone else can weigh in with a cheaper option.

chris91 · 08-12-2009, 06:30 PM

I did like alot of the others. I found a '72 and swapped the rear end.

wrench_65 · 08-12-2009, 06:59 PM

Does the 72 bolt Right up? Have coil spring reAr end..

fleetsidelarry · 08-12-2009, 07:07 PM

'71 and '72 are trailing arm, coil springs just like ours, but with 5 lugs (5x5) (mine is a '66 with '71 front and rear). bolts in but is a total of 1.5 inches wider.

Larry

rookierodbuilder · 08-12-2009, 07:21 PM

performance online has full conversion kits with new drums. Might want to check them out.

**Captainfab** · 08-13-2009, 12:33 AM

Another option is plugging and redrilling your existing axles. This probably wouldn't be much less $$ than buying new axles unless you could do all the work yourself. Just be sure your wheel bearing surfaces are good on the axles before you decide to plug and redrill.

Tx Firefighter · 08-13-2009, 03:15 PM

I'm running a 72 model rearend in my junk with 8 inch wide wheels and 275/60 tires, all lowered 5 inches. No rubbing at all.

08-12-2009, 05:40 PM	#1
wrench_65 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: las vegas nv Posts: 44	need info on 5 lug conversion 66 rear end have a 65 c20 found a 66 1/2 ton rear end but want to convert over to a 5 lug. have seen the axles from early classics but want more options. thanks... Last edited by wrench_65; 08-12-2009 at 05:44 PM.

08-12-2009, 06:02 PM	#2
shrunken66stroker Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Las Vegas, Nv Posts: 954	Re: need info on 5 lug conversion 66 rear end I replaced mine with Superior Axle and Gear axles. They're a direct fit from Summit. Not cheap if I remember right. I think they were 130 a piece and then I bought and pressed in some new studs. Maybe someone else can weigh in with a cheaper option. __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...54#post3194654 Last edited by shrunken66stroker; 08-12-2009 at 06:03 PM.

08-12-2009, 06:30 PM	#3
chris91 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: summerville, sc Posts: 93	Re: need info on 5 lug conversion 66 rear end I did like alot of the others. I found a '72 and swapped the rear end.

08-12-2009, 06:59 PM	#4
wrench_65 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: las vegas nv Posts: 44	Re: need info on 5 lug conversion 66 rear end Does the 72 bolt Right up? Have coil spring reAr end..

08-12-2009, 07:07 PM	#5
fleetsidelarry Senior Car Nut Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: shellman bluff, GA Posts: 1,411	Re: need info on 5 lug conversion 66 rear end '71 and '72 are trailing arm, coil springs just like ours, but with 5 lugs (5x5) (mine is a '66 with '71 front and rear). bolts in but is a total of 1.5 inches wider. Larry

08-12-2009, 07:21 PM	#6
rookierodbuilder Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Sharpsburg, Ky. Posts: 110	Re: need info on 5 lug conversion 66 rear end performance online has full conversion kits with new drums. Might want to check them out.

08-13-2009, 12:33 AM	#7
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,252	Re: need info on 5 lug conversion 66 rear end Another option is plugging and redrilling your existing axles. This probably wouldn't be much less $$ than buying new axles unless you could do all the work yourself. Just be sure your wheel bearing surfaces are good on the axles before you decide to plug and redrill. __________________ 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

08-13-2009, 03:15 PM	#8
Tx Firefighter Watch out for your cornhole ! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Azle, Texas Posts: 14,162	Re: need info on 5 lug conversion 66 rear end I'm running a 72 model rearend in my junk with 8 inch wide wheels and 275/60 tires, all lowered 5 inches. No rubbing at all. __________________ I'm on the Instagram- @Gearhead_Kevin



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