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| | | | Joined: Aug 2014 Posts: 307 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Aug 2014 Posts: 307 | the rear end on my 53 1/2 ton 3100 is shot. Does anyone have recommendations on finding a replacement or upgrading to something like a Chevy S 10. Thanks, Scott | | | | | Joined: Apr 2005 Posts: 2,097 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Apr 2005 Posts: 2,097 | "Something like a Chevy S 10" is going to have a 5 lug wheel bolt pattern (unless it's from a 4x4) and require an open driveline which means a different transmission. There should be a lot of the closed drive line rear ends available from guys that made conversions.
Fred
1956 3100 Pickup/Red/350/3sp OD/PS/Disc Brakes
1957 Bel Air Sport Coupe/Red/355/TH350/PS/Disc Brakes
2017 Silverado LT Single Cab SB/Black/5.3/6 Speed Trans
1947 Willys CJ2A w/F-Head engine
| | | | | Joined: Sep 2001 Posts: 29,269 Bubba - Curmudgeon | | Bubba - Curmudgeon Joined: Sep 2001 Posts: 29,269 | What parts are "shot"?
Replacement parts might be available.
You could "upgrade" to a 3.55 Ring & Pinion set (from your 4.11) - check the Tech Tips, if you are interested.
And/or post a want ad in the Swap Meet for needed replacement parts. | | | | | Joined: Sep 2011 Posts: 1,451 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Sep 2011 Posts: 1,451 | "Something like a Chevy S 10" is going to have a 5 lug wheel bolt pattern (unless it's from a 4x4) .
Fred All S10 had 5 lug wheels
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| | | | | Joined: Apr 2005 Posts: 2,097 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Apr 2005 Posts: 2,097 | I guess I was thinking of later C10's & 1500's, thanks.
Fred
1956 3100 Pickup/Red/350/3sp OD/PS/Disc Brakes
1957 Bel Air Sport Coupe/Red/355/TH350/PS/Disc Brakes
2017 Silverado LT Single Cab SB/Black/5.3/6 Speed Trans
1947 Willys CJ2A w/F-Head engine
| | | | | Joined: Aug 2014 Posts: 307 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Aug 2014 Posts: 307 | My trucks rear end is shot so I would like to do a complete replacement and am thinking of an upgrade. Beyond a Chevy S10 any others?
Thanks, Scott | | | | | Joined: Mar 2007 Posts: 3,372 Crusty Old Sarge | | Crusty Old Sarge Joined: Mar 2007 Posts: 3,372 | The Chevy Trail Blazer has a 6 lug bolt pattern (metric) and was available in different gear ratios, 3.42, 3.73 and 4.10 in the SS model. The axel with is 58.5 inches and was standard with rear disc brakes.
~ Craig 1958 Viking 4400"The Book of Thor"Read the story in the DITY1960 Chevrolet C10"A Family Heirloom"Follow the story in the DITY Gallery'59 Apache 31, 327 V8 (0.030 over), Muncie M20 4 Speed, GM 10 Bolt Rear... long term project (30 years and counting) If you don't like driving yourTruck, you won't drive yourTruck..| Living life in the SLOW lane | | | | | Joined: Dec 2019 Posts: 33 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Dec 2019 Posts: 33 | So if you want a 5 lug will a S 10 rear end fit? | | | | | Joined: Aug 2014 Posts: 307 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Aug 2014 Posts: 307 | Thank you to everyone that have responded. I have found a rear end from a 49 with a gear conversion of 3.55 that I will purchase. | | | | | Joined: Jan 2002 Posts: 2,839 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Jan 2002 Posts: 2,839 | Awesome for you. I put 3.55 gears in the Green Turd and cannot express enough, how much I enjoy those gears. You will enjoy them as well.
Craig My '50 Chevy 3100 5 window, '62-235cu, 3:55 rear My truck ....... Respect The Rust If I'm not working on my truck, '65 m00stang or VW camper, I'm fishing with the wife or smoking Salmon.
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