So I got me a problem, but before I tell you the problem, I will let you know a couple things. I have welders, lathe, the equipment to heat treat and knowledge to go with it money is very tight.
Ok I am converting my 38 GMC to 4 wheel drive, the rear axel will work the way it is( or I can cut it down later). I need to shorten one of the front axels down about 4 inches. What i was thinking of doing was cut the 4 inches somewhere in the middle of the axel. Then drill hole in the ends of the axel to accept a rod. Then cut the 4 inches I cut out down to fit in the holes in the end of the axel then weld the axel back together, then after all that quench it in oil for a heat treat.
I am retired and have a lot more time then money and I do know how to heat treat. So give me some opinion
