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#844355 04/17/2012 1:59 AM
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We are looking for a replacement rear for our 51 3100 chevy. We want to get away from the torque tube design and replace it with a newer style rear. The rear in the S10's is about 7 inches wider than our present one. What have others found to be a good replacement that is plentiful at most boneyards and not OVERPRICED?


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Your rear axle should be about 61" wide, normally a mid 70's midsize car rear axle will work like out of a Camaro. Here's a link to a list of rear end widths.


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Find a 55.1, steal its rear axle.


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