i have an 88 k2500 that i wana convert to a solid front axle. i am goin to use a gm 10 bolt out of an 86 k5 my truck has six bolt lugs and so does the 10 bolt is there any easier and cheaper way to convert my truck than buyin the kit? i dont wana spend 700 on a kit plus 300 on new gears and shocks does anyone have any advice or know where to get cheaper kits?
This Site Might Help You. RE: Does my 2000 Jeep Wrangler have a Dana/Spicer 44 or 35 rear axle? I need to replace the seals where the driveshaft connects to the rear and front axles and need to know which rear axle I have. I also need to know where I can buy the seals. I have only been able to find seal and bearing kits at over $100 each. My VIN is 1J4FA49S9YP804345. Thank you.
You have a dana 44 rear axle in your jeep. If it is the pinion seal you want here is the jeep part# 4746772 $18.95 it is a common part so your local dealership should be able to get you 1 within a day or 2. Front axle is a dana 30 and the pinion seal for that is the same as the rear end. You should not publish the vin# of your vehicle ANYWHERE as people can find out a lot of information they do not need to know about you or your vehicle. Not trying to scare you but it's the truth.
Buy a new a truck. You do not realize that their is a lot more work then you realize and a lot more cost.
The early 80's ones do. 88+ don't
A kit, such as from ORU is going to make your swap a whole lot easier. One problem you going to have is that the 10B has a passenger side differential, so you will need to swap your transfer case out for a different unit. You will need to use the t-case from an 88-91 Fullsize blazer or 1/2-ton suburban. The case will bolt right up to your trans and you will not need to modify your rear drive line (you will need to have the front modified or 1 built). Another route is to get an 8-lug D44/60 from a Ford, or '94+ Dodge would even work (the Ford axle would be the better choice), then install a 14B full floater from an 8-lug GM truck. Now you don't have to swap t-cases, but you would need to mod your rear drive shaft, and you would have 1-ton running gear to boot. Remember that the swap will require you to lift the rear end a few inches. Doing an SAS swap will gain you 3-4 of lift wven running stock height leaf springs. The cheapest would be to wait till you find a 6-lug axle with the same ratio as what you have now. junkyard the t-case and rebuild it along with rebuilding the axle. If you need to swap the gears the go for it (depending on tire height, and it will always help). Spend the $$$ on the front kit though, it will make your life a whole lot easier than fabbing it on the fly!
