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Old 10-20-2008, 12:09 PM   #1
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Cool Swapping front end gears. How???

I went from a 3.08 to a 3.73 in my 80 K10 rear end last spring. I love it!! With winter coming, I'd like to swap a 3.73 set to the front end, but, I can't seem to find a "How To" on front axles. I even have all the store bought and a couple factory manuals. But, nothing on front swaps. And, I've scoured the internet.

Do any of you have a how to or a link to one?

Thanks for your help!!

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Old 10-20-2008, 12:17 PM   #2
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Re: Swapping front end gears. How???

I think this article would cover what your looking for. While it is about installing an ARB locker, the steps are the same.. Hope it helps,

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Old 10-20-2008, 05:36 PM   #3
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Re: Swapping front end gears. How???

The front Corperate 10bolts are going to be the same setting up the gears as the rear exle is. If you dont know how to do it, I would suggest forking over 100 bucks to a local guy to set it up and teach you how on your first time out.
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Old 10-20-2008, 06:45 PM   #4
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Re: Swapping front end gears. How???

Thanks! That info will help!
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