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#79824 07/10/2007 1:36 AM | Joined: Jul 2007 Posts: 33 New Guy | | New Guy Joined: Jul 2007 Posts: 33 | What rear ends will work well in the 47-55 trucks without shortening or making great modifications? Which vehicles, what are the widths? I'd like one that is narrow enough to set inside the rear fenders and allow a fairly deep- dish wheel with not a lot of backspacing. | | |
#79825 07/10/2007 3:40 AM | Joined: Oct 2005 Posts: 1,317 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Oct 2005 Posts: 1,317 | I've used the 3rd generation (80's) Camaros in my 54.....they're 5 lug, 62" wide (wheel mounting plate to wheel mounting plate) with a 15X7 front and 15x8 rear but w/4" backspacing. If you're going to do a 5 lug front disc conversion you'll almost be forced to use an aftermarket rim to get clearance. Can't speak to the 6 lug conversion.
There is info available using the search feature that outlines numerous options. At least you know what won't work if you want a deep dish wheel. Hope this helps.
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#79826 07/10/2007 3:45 AM | Joined: Sep 2006 Posts: 2,393 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Sep 2006 Posts: 2,393 | Go to the Tech Tips page and scroll down to Donor Axle Measurements. Plenty of info there.
Drew
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