Swapping front end gears. How??? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

wedgemon · 10-20-2008, 12:09 PM

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!!

- Dave

Twisted78SS · 10-20-2008, 12:17 PM

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,

Drew

http://coloradok5.com/arbinstall.shtml

Tony@AirRideTech · 10-20-2008, 05:36 PM

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.

wedgemon · 10-20-2008, 06:45 PM

Thanks! That info will help!

10-20-2008, 12:09 PM	#1
wedgemon Registered User Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Spanish Springs, NV Posts: 1,171	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!! - Dave __________________ 2003 Silverado K1500 Z71 - Arrival Blue 1973 K5 Cheyenne Blazer 350/TH350/NP203 Kids Trucks:92 K1500 Blazer 5.7/700R4 4" lift. RETIRED: 1980 Scottsdale 4x4 Founding Member: "TILT WHEEL BELLY." Club

10-20-2008, 12:17 PM	#2
Twisted78SS Wide n'Low Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: La Center, WA Posts: 1,511	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, Drew http://coloradok5.com/arbinstall.shtml __________________ Trippin Hazard.. 67 swb, Gold Member.. 68 Suburban Air Force Retired

10-20-2008, 05:36 PM	#3
Tony@AirRideTech Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Huntingburg IN Posts: 620	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.

10-20-2008, 06:45 PM	#4
wedgemon Registered User Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Spanish Springs, NV Posts: 1,171	Re: Swapping front end gears. How??? Thanks! That info will help! __________________ 2003 Silverado K1500 Z71 - Arrival Blue 1973 K5 Cheyenne Blazer 350/TH350/NP203 Kids Trucks:92 K1500 Blazer 5.7/700R4 4" lift. RETIRED: 1980 Scottsdale 4x4 Founding Member: "TILT WHEEL BELLY." Club



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