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jlaird · 02-11-2009, 11:12 AM

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Originally Posted by porterbuilt

Here's the specs on the carrier bearing:

It's out of a 95 Chevy 3500 with a 454.

The Carquest part# HB88107A.

The bore is 1.378.

JLaird- I don't know if the original style bearing will work... but this one does!

So are you saying the carrier bearing from the 95 chevy will fit on my stock driveshaft?

m6z · 02-11-2009, 11:14 AM

Is this required when running your rear kit? I'm not wanting to modify the cab for driveshaft clearence.

If so go ahead and build me one also and send it with the rear kit.

Any ideas on where to get a 2 pc driveshaft built?

SCOTI · 02-11-2009, 11:36 AM

How well do 'modern' carrier bearings survive under duress? For example.... BBC, 4l80e, 3.73's, & 600ft lbs of torque?

PBFAB.COM · 02-11-2009, 11:38 AM

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Originally Posted by jlaird

So are you saying the carrier bearing from the 95 chevy will fit on my stock driveshaft?

From the information I have, this bearing will NOT fit on the driveshaft you have pictured. Here's what I know:

There were two different carrier bearings available; the one that you have pictured which has the mounting holes in-line with the driveshaft; and the one that I have pictured, that has the mounting holes perpindicular to the drive-shaft. The one that I have pictured is more commonly available due to the fact that it was used through the 90s. The critical diffrenece between the two lies in the bore diameters.

The one you have (carquest part# HB206FF) has a bore diameter of 1.181"

The one I have (carquest part# HB88107A) has a bore diameter of 1.378"

Also, yours has a centerline that is 1.25" taller than the one I have.

Options are:

New yolk on the driveshaft.

Modify the xmember to work for your application. I could send a tab that YOU weld in place.

PBFAB.COM · 02-11-2009, 11:40 AM

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Originally Posted by SCOTI

How well do 'modern' carrier bearings survive under duress? For example.... BBC, 4l80e, 3.73's, & 600ft lbs of torque?

I would assume they would hold up just fine. I would make sure I purchased a quality replacement part... not a chinese version if I were running that kind of torque.

SCOTI · 02-11-2009, 11:43 AM

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Originally Posted by porterbuilt

I would assume they would hold up just fine. I would make sure I purchased a quality replacement part... not a chinese version if I were running that kind of torque.

Would be nice to not have to cut up the bottom of the floor for clearance.

PBFAB.COM · 02-11-2009, 11:45 AM

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Originally Posted by m6z

Is this required when running your rear kit? I'm not wanting to modify the cab for driveshaft clearence.

If so go ahead and build me one also and send it with the rear kit.

Any ideas on where to get a 2 pc driveshaft built?

Not "required" just allows the cab floor to remain in-tact.

We have a local shop build the driveshafts for us, they ask for some measurements and have it to us within a day. If you can't find a local shop to help you out, we can always have one made for you.

jlaird · 02-11-2009, 12:30 PM

I was planning on using this inland bearing on my driveshaft.

I'll have to think about this...

LUV2XCLR8 · 02-11-2009, 02:56 PM

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Originally Posted by porterbuilt

Not yet... PM me.

PM sent

theyammieguy · 02-11-2009, 03:48 PM

I have a one piece driveshaft but I want one anyway.

jasonb72 · 02-11-2009, 07:22 PM

I was as well, but inland also has the other version as well if I am not mistaken.

J

Quote:

Originally Posted by jlaird

I was planning on using this inland bearing on my driveshaft.

I'll have to think about this...

gringoloco · 02-11-2009, 09:40 PM

Yep. This is the Inland Empire version of that support bearing:

jlaird · 02-11-2009, 09:50 PM

Can you explain what you mean by "new yolk on the driveshaft." I'm not sure how these things go together. Does the bearing press on the yolk, then the yolk attaches to the driveshaft?

crawdadfox · 02-11-2009, 10:02 PM

No problem with carrier or pillar style bearings holding up with serious power. My buddy runs a 525" blown alky rear engine bogger that makes 2800 HP and 1800 TQ., the front shafts run through two pillar bearings...never a problem!! Clocked in excess of 140 MPH in 200 feet, so speed rating is not an issue!!!

SCOTI · 02-12-2009, 12:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by crawdadfox

No problem with carrier or pillar style bearings holding up with serious power. My buddy runs a 525" blown alky rear engine bogger that makes 2800 HP and 1800 TQ., the front shafts run through two pillar bearings...never a problem!! Clocked in excess of 140 MPH in 200 feet, so speed rating is not an issue!!!

Excellent. What brand of 'bearing' was used to withstand that type of power (ok not exactly that type of power . ...... but more than most OE powerplants of the 60's - 80's)? Any info is appreciated.

PBFAB.COM · 02-12-2009, 12:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jlaird

Can you explain what you mean by "new yolk on the driveshaft." I'm not sure how these things go together. Does the bearing press on the yolk, then the yolk attaches to the driveshaft?

It is easier to explain with pictures, but the front half of the two piece driveshaft necks down at the yolk so the carrier can slide over it. It's a tight fit, but the last few I remember replacing it wasn't necessary to use a press.

crawdadfox · 02-12-2009, 07:23 AM

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Originally Posted by SCOTI

Excellent. What brand of 'bearing' was used to withstand that type of power (ok not exactly that type of power . ...... but more than most OE powerplants of the 60's - 80's)? Any info is appreciated.

Inland Empire, also have another pillar bearing on the chain drive "transfer case" behind a Lenco transmission...so thats three total with no failures or problems, and this will be the third race season.

RunninLo · 02-12-2009, 01:34 PM

I WANT one, put it on my tab

I have the inline style carrier now but was having a complete new D/L made once I got the xmember in so I can use the newer carrier fine. My old D/l has issues from PO using it to slide my poor lil c-10 burb over rocks. From here on out all she have to worry about is them manholes and sewer mains that stick up

Josh

gringoloco · 02-12-2009, 02:58 PM

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Originally Posted by RunninLo

I WANT one, put it on my tab

Me too. How do I get a PB line of credit?

PM sent.

**N2TRUX** · 02-13-2009, 09:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gringoloco

Me too. How do I get a PB line of credit?

PM sent.

Does Capitol One offer a Porterbuilt edition of their card?

SCOTI · 02-13-2009, 10:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gringoloco

Me too. How do I get a PB line of credit?

PM sent.

There's a joke somewhere in this one . . .....

.

RunninLo · 02-13-2009, 11:54 AM

Silly! I have a credit from a previous order I overpaid for I don't think Nate should or would get into the credit game

Josh

gringoloco · 02-13-2009, 09:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SCOTI

There's a joke somewhere in this one . . .....

.

Left the door open didn't I? Well played Scoti, well played...

**N2TRUX** · 02-17-2009, 08:48 AM

Inside joke?

gringoloco · 02-17-2009, 12:56 PM

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Originally Posted by N2TRUX

Inside joke?

I hope not. I'm not making any 'prison payments'...

02-11-2009, 11:14 AM	#27
m6z Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Pittsburg, KS Posts: 2,466	Re: Porterbuilt replacement trailing arm Xmember Is this required when running your rear kit? I'm not wanting to modify the cab for driveshaft clearence. If so go ahead and build me one also and send it with the rear kit. Any ideas on where to get a 2 pc driveshaft built? __________________ Doug Looking for a 67-72 short bed driver.....

02-11-2009, 11:36 AM	#28
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,068	Re: Porterbuilt replacement trailing arm Xmember How well do 'modern' carrier bearings survive under duress? For example.... BBC, 4l80e, 3.73's, & 600ft lbs of torque? __________________ 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.*

02-11-2009, 12:30 PM	#33
jlaird Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: johnstown, NY Posts: 2,393	Re: Porterbuilt replacement trailing arm Xmember I was planning on using this inland bearing on my driveshaft. I'll have to think about this...

02-11-2009, 03:48 PM	#35
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02-11-2009, 09:40 PM	#37
gringoloco A guy with a truck Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Germany, for now Posts: 5,921	Re: Porterbuilt replacement trailing arm Xmember Yep. This is the Inland Empire version of that support bearing: __________________ -Chris Instagram _elgringoloco_ '70 Short-Wide How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 ‘70 Blazer ConversionHow To: Ruin a Perfectly Good 4wd '72 Highlander How To: Ruin a Perfectly Good K/5 (SOLD) '72 Blazer 2WD How to: Ruin a perfectly good Blazer (SOLD) '05 Yukon Daily Driven (not so stock) Yukon (SOLD) ‘07 Yukon Denali (daily) Members met list: SCOTI, darkhorse970, 67cheby, 67cheby'sGirl, klmore, porterbuilt, n2billet, Fastrucken, classicchev, Col Clank, GSFMECH, HuggerCST, Spray-Bomb, BACKYARD88, 5150, fine69, fatbass, smbrouss70, 65StreetCruiser, GAc10boy

02-11-2009, 09:50 PM	#38
jlaird Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: johnstown, NY Posts: 2,393	Re: Porterbuilt replacement trailing arm Xmember Can you explain what you mean by "new yolk on the driveshaft." I'm not sure how these things go together. Does the bearing press on the yolk, then the yolk attaches to the driveshaft?

02-11-2009, 10:02 PM	#39
crawdadfox Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: New Orleans Louisiana.....a great place to visit but you wouldn't want to live here!!! Posts: 883	Re: Porterbuilt replacement trailing arm Xmember No problem with carrier or pillar style bearings holding up with serious power. My buddy runs a 525" blown alky rear engine bogger that makes 2800 HP and 1800 TQ., the front shafts run through two pillar bearings...never a problem!! Clocked in excess of 140 MPH in 200 feet, so speed rating is not an issue!!!

02-12-2009, 01:34 PM	#43
RunninLo 3DrDwn--the 'burb not the band Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: missoula, mt Posts: 598	Re: Porterbuilt replacement trailing arm Xmember I WANT one, put it on my tab I have the inline style carrier now but was having a complete new D/L made once I got the xmember in so I can use the newer carrier fine. My old D/l has issues from PO using it to slide my poor lil c-10 burb over rocks. From here on out all she have to worry about is them manholes and sewer mains that stick up Josh __________________ Slo and Lo that is the tempo. '72 burb build page here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=259256 '89 GMC Dually crew build page coming soon. 88 4x4 crew DD duallys past/present pics here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...46#post4001246 89 1 ton Dually rear flip kit install here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=354327

02-13-2009, 11:54 AM	#47
RunninLo 3DrDwn--the 'burb not the band Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: missoula, mt Posts: 598	Re: Porterbuilt replacement trailing arm Xmember Silly! I have a credit from a previous order I overpaid for I don't think Nate should or would get into the credit game Josh __________________ Slo and Lo that is the tempo. '72 burb build page here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=259256 '89 GMC Dually crew build page coming soon. 88 4x4 crew DD duallys past/present pics here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...46#post4001246 89 1 ton Dually rear flip kit install here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=354327

02-17-2009, 08:48 AM	#49
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