As a drop axle for more weight capacity, like it is designed for?
Or as a front axle?

Probably better chance of getting it to fit for a drop axle.

I imagine it is much to wide for a front axle, and to fit the suspension the truck may have to be lifted some? It is also not set up to steer, but I bet parts could be added/changed, as it appears to be a normal front axle with a drop axle suspension added.

What is the goal, perhaps there is a simpler way to achieve it? Or a smaller and lighter axle that will work?

Grigg


1951 GMC 250 in the Project Journals
1948 Chevrolet 6400 - Detroit Diesel 4-53T - Roadranger 10 speed overdrive - 4 wheel disc brakes
1952 Chevrolet 3800 pickup
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