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| | | | Joined: Nov 2008 Posts: 73 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Nov 2008 Posts: 73 | I've been following advice on this site regarding the driveline for my '42 1/2T.
I found a reared from an 87 S-10 4x4 with 3:73 gears. However, I thought this rear was a bolt in but the pads on the rearend don't match up with the rear springs on my truck. I know I'm missing something here. Appreciate any advice. | | | | | Joined: Feb 2011 Posts: 1,362 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Feb 2011 Posts: 1,362 | I have never tried to install one. But if for sure the pads are not correct, then you will have to remove them and reweld in the correct position, with attention to proper pinion angle.
Kicking self for selling off my Taskforce trucks.
Still looking for an LCF or conventional big bolt in decent shape.
As of 10-26-2022, A 55.2 Taskforce long bed now the work begins
| | | | | Joined: Feb 2011 Posts: 1,362 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Feb 2011 Posts: 1,362 | I have never tried to install one. But if for sure the pads are not correct, then you will have to remove them and reweld in the correct position, with attention to proper pinion angle.
I've seen new pads offered at the truck parts places.
Kicking self for selling off my Taskforce trucks.
Still looking for an LCF or conventional big bolt in decent shape.
As of 10-26-2022, A 55.2 Taskforce long bed now the work begins
| | | | | Joined: Aug 2006 Posts: 129 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Aug 2006 Posts: 129 | You need to cut the pads on the rearend off and get a set of pads for the narrow springs like you have on the '42. You can buy these from a number of different suppliers. Be sure to check and set your pinion angle correctly so you won't have any driveline vibration issues. | | | | | Joined: Nov 2008 Posts: 73 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Nov 2008 Posts: 73 | Hate to sound stupid but I've never done this before. How do I check and set pinion angle correctly? Do I have to have the engine ,transmission, and drive shaft all installed to do this? Thanks | | | | | Joined: Nov 2008 Posts: 73 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Nov 2008 Posts: 73 | Hate to sound stupid but I've never done this before. How do I check and set pinion angle correctly? Do I have to have the engine ,transmission, and drive shaft all installed to do this? Thanks | | | | | Joined: Aug 2006 Posts: 129 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Aug 2006 Posts: 129 | It is not that difficult. If you look in the Tech Tips section there is an article on setting up the driveline. | | | | | Joined: Jun 2011 Posts: 420 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Jun 2011 Posts: 420 | you need to change the spring perches jc whitney sells the 1 3/4 spring perches you need to install that rear, I have a s-10 rear in my 46 1/2ton and I used the jc whitney perches,also, you need to get the s-10 plates for the bottom of the springs because they have the lower shock mounts on them, you'll also have to redrill them and get new u bolts, i have pics of my install ..click on the link below
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