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04-25-2012, 09:26 PM | #1 |
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Av. cost of machining 6 lug to 5 lug?
What is the average cost you guys have paid for machining the rear axles to convert them to 5 lug?
I received my kit from McGaughys today and this will have to be done for the rear, was interested in comparing prices before I start calling the local shops. Thanks |
04-25-2012, 09:45 PM | #2 |
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Re: Av. cost of machining 6 lug to 5 lug?
I wouldn't recommend doing that...it's a lot safer to just have new axles made with the 5 lug bolt pattern(s) you want.
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04-25-2012, 10:19 PM | #3 |
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Re: Av. cost of machining 6 lug to 5 lug?
Back in 1999 I had mine done and it cost $150.00 to repattern both axles and turn down the center stub for brake drum registration. At the time I thought the charge was excessive, but looking back they spent a fair amount of time doing the rework. Since mine is a GMC with a Dana rear end I didn't find any other options available short of swapping the rear end or having custom axles fabricated, both of which were beyond my budget.
Thinking back, I believe the $150 also included pressing on new axle bearings which I supplied.
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04-25-2012, 11:23 PM | #4 |
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Re: Av. cost of machining 6 lug to 5 lug?
Also keep in mind, your original axles may have excessive wear on the bearing surface. the axle is actually the "inner" bearing race. purchasing the correct aftermarket axles is actually not cost prohibitive, compared to the machine work necessary as markeb01 stated to do it right.
As far as the machine work required, any good machine shop with a skilled welder should be able to weld them up and re machine them for new pattern. I would not have any hesitation of using them in any way. except maybe not for drag racing or very heavy towing.
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04-26-2012, 01:21 AM | #5 |
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Re: Av. cost of machining 6 lug to 5 lug?
As already mentioned, take a good look at the axle/wheel bearing surface of your axles before putting any money into them. You can purchase aftermarket 5 lug conversion axles for $300.00 or less.
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04-26-2012, 10:49 AM | #6 |
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Re: Av. cost of machining 6 lug to 5 lug?
cost me $100.00 plus the new studs.........I even did the front disc brake hubs so I could use a set of 5 x 4 3/4 cragars that I got a sweet deal on. it worked out fine. Kieth
http://kieth.smugmug.com/Trucks/66-G...fxoQ&lb=1&s=X2 this shows the rear onessssssss Kieth |
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Re: Av. cost of machining 6 lug to 5 lug?
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04-26-2012, 01:15 PM | #8 |
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Re: Av. cost of machining 6 lug to 5 lug?
Thanks guys.
I will pull mine and diagnose from there. Appreciate the input. |
04-26-2012, 03:05 PM | #9 |
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Re: Av. cost of machining 6 lug to 5 lug?
I think Moser will do it for $60. Check the web site..
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04-26-2012, 08:42 PM | #10 |
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Re: Av. cost of machining 6 lug to 5 lug?
A NOTE ABOUT "REPAIR BEARINGS" The repair bearings actually move the bearing inward on the axle, and should really only be used for a temporary "fix". even though the amount the bearing moves inward is "minimal" it does change the loading of the bearing as the centerline of the tire contact patch is moved outward in comparison to the original location. the bearing surface is not increased but the torsional load is increased.
think of the 90's when the 13" wheels stuck way out of the wheel well phase was popular. I replaced a lot of wheel bearings for customers because of excessive wheel offsets. Best bet is to purchase new axles if the bearing surface is damaged and you can switch to 5 lug also.
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