Originally Posted by Grigg
So, start with a single wheel pickup axle, swap dually or Cab & chassis hubs (same thing) But, then what brake drums (and backing plates + shoes) fit the backing plate flange already welded to the axle?


If we could find the answer to that problem it may be better than the spacer I've proposed for the C&C axle (otherwise complete with all original parts).

Grigg

I have a friend whom I advised to do this very thing on his Jeep, so he did minus the OEM brakes. I can see if he can take some measurements. He did the same thing as I did for brakes, which is discs with non-parking brake calipers. Thinking about the differences in width, this may put the flange too far out for the backing plates...approx 2" per side...


1949 Chevy 3800