[knigit07]

I am considering swapping out the rear axle for something with 4.10s that I can get an aftermarket locker in. Has anyone tried this and found an axle that fits fairly well? I would prefer to keep the 6 lug pattern but so far it looks like my best options are going to be a 5 lug since I don't want to have to get it shortened. What has anyone else used?

 

[ssgjurista]

So if I'm reading your post correctly, you want to swap your rear axle with one from another vehicle?

 

[knigit07]

That's right...just trying to see what anyone else has used on knows would fit reasonable well. Sorry if it's confusing.

 

[1BADI5]

From what I understand the S10 axle will work, but its 5 lug.:shrug:

 

[Indychus]

If an S-10 axle will fit, so will an F-body or G-body 10-bolt if you swap the spring perches over... they're also 5-lug though...

 

[1BADI5]

If an S-10 axle will fit, so will an F-body or G-body 10-bolt if you swap the spring perches over... they're also 5-lug though...

Much stronger too. Go with a Moser FTW!

 

[throwinsparksatu]

5 lug conversion all around wonder if anyone has done it

 

[Indychus]

5 lug conversion all around wonder if anyone has done it

hmmm... wonder if s-10 front hubs will fit over our spindles with no modification? If not, I'm sure you could get custom bearings made to make them fit....

 

[Stealth_Canyon]

Couldnt you just buy new gears and a locker? I would think that would be a lot easier.

 

[knigit07]

The problem is that no one makes a locker for the Colorado axles and used axles aren't too expensive, depending on what you get.

Any other ideas for a 6-lug pattern that might work?

 

[Solocrew]

what about a rear axle off a nissan hardbody?

 

[1BADI5]

The problem is that no one makes a locker for the Colorado axles and used axles aren't too expensive, depending on what you get.

Any other ideas for a 6-lug pattern that might work?

Easy fix, buy a G80 and some 4.10s:shrug:

 

[ssgjurista]

I think the OPs looking for something stronger than the G80.

 

[knigit07]

The G80 isn't too bad, but I am looking for something a bit stronger. There are plenty of options on almost any other axle made and the Colo's axle looks pretty simple to switch out.

 

[Slo86GT]

I'm planning on swapping the rear out of my truck when I end up with more power than the I5 under the hood. So far a Ford 8.8 housing with custom Strange axles and an Auburn or Detroit chunk makes the most sense. 8.8's are a dime a dozen, and one from a Mustang or Ranger is within 1" of being the same width as our stocker.

 

[knigit07]

I'm planning on swapping the rear out of my truck when I end up with more power than the I5 under the hood. So far a Ford 8.8 housing with custom Strange axles and an Auburn or Detroit chunk makes the most sense. 8.8's are a dime a dozen, and one from a Mustang or Ranger is within 1" of being the same width as our stocker.

That's actually what I was leaning towards but wasn't sure what to do with the axle shafts. You said custom so I assume you're getting new shafts made, any idea how much that usually runs? I don't have any idea. You can get almost anything for that Ford 8.8 but I wasn't sure how wide it was. Thanks for the info!

 

[Slo86GT]

Strange'll throw a set of hardened 31 spline axles whatever length, whatever bolt pattern you want together for about $400 after shipping.

Strange Engineering P3102 - Strange Custom Axles

 

[Matt.db]

I'd love to do a full 5 lug conversion so I could run some Corvette wheels

 

[schardbody]

Strange'll throw a set of hardened 31 spline axles whatever length, whatever bolt pattern you want together for about $400 after shipping.

Strange Engineering P3102 - Strange Custom Axles

does that include shortening the axle tubes??? and is the 8.8 narrower or wider??

there are 2 differant hardbody rears only the larger of the 2 had a locker available when i was into 4x4. im not sure on width though. this would be the best route if the width is right since they are capable of handling 500+hp.

 

[Slo86GT]

does that include shortening the axle tubes??? and is the 8.8 narrower or wider??

Depends on the application it's sourced from. Mustangs/F150 are almost exactly the same, Rangers are slightly more narrow. Only reason I know is I have a Mustang 8.8 on stands in my garage.