What kind of rear end does a 1951 Chevy truck have?
What kind of rear end does a 1951 Chevy truck have?
Discussion in ‘ 1947-1954 ‘ started by 4door52, Jul 1, 2008 . Hi I have a 1951 chevy truck 3100 6 lug torque tube and want to change it to a five lug with 3:73 gears non torque tube does anyone know what rear end will fit in the truck and anyone got one for sale in or close to Wisconsin?
What kind of rear axle does a Chevy T5 have?
If you are going with a T5, consider a third member swap from a ‘55.2 to ’62 1/2 ton axle. It is a bolt in to your original housing. You’ll have 3.90 gears and an open drive shaft.
Can a shortbed driveshaft be used on a T5 Chevy truck?
If you’re going the T5 route even the shortbed driveshaft can be used. It’s important to understand that when you go to a 5 on 4-3/4 lug pattern you more than likely aren’t going to get your rims from a salvage yard. This is one of the down sides of of that particular lug pattern.
Who was the designer of the Chevy truck in 1947?
The 1947 Chevrolet pickup design had been in the works in Harley Earl’s GM Styling Section since at least 1942. Harley J. Earl was GM’s first vice president of design and the undisputed trend leader in American vehicle design. Precisely who was involved in the 1947 truck designs is uncertain.
Discussion in ‘ 1947-1954 ‘ started by 4door52, Jul 1, 2008 . Hi I have a 1951 chevy truck 3100 6 lug torque tube and want to change it to a five lug with 3:73 gears non torque tube does anyone know what rear end will fit in the truck and anyone got one for sale in or close to Wisconsin?
If you’re going the T5 route even the shortbed driveshaft can be used. It’s important to understand that when you go to a 5 on 4-3/4 lug pattern you more than likely aren’t going to get your rims from a salvage yard. This is one of the down sides of of that particular lug pattern.
How big is the rear end of a Chevy truck?
The problem you’re going to have is finding a 3.73 R&P as most are 3.08 or 3.42 being the most common from behind the 2.8L V6 with automatic transmission. I’ve recently agreed to purchase a 3.73 Camaro diff from an 02 Camaro….this is said to be 62″ wide but I haven’t put an eyeball on it yet.
When did the Advance Design pickups change gears?
Advance Design Pickups continued through 1953 with only minor engineering and styling upgrades. For example, in 1948, the four-speed transmission’s gear shift lever was moved to the steering column from the floor and the parking brake was changed from a floor mounted lever to a foot actuated pedal on the driver’s far left.
The 1947 Chevrolet pickup design had been in the works in Harley Earl’s GM Styling Section since at least 1942. Harley J. Earl was GM’s first vice president of design and the undisputed trend leader in American vehicle design. Precisely who was involved in the 1947 truck designs is uncertain.
What was the Chevy Thriftmaster emblem in 1949?
1949 Hood side emblems now have CHEVROLET along with the series designation (3100, 3600, etc.) THRIFTMASTER on hood side emblems discontinued. Gas tank moved to inside the cab behind seat. Mid-year 1949, cab wind-lace goes from black to gray/tan and slides into track.
How to change the rear end of a Chevy leaf?
1. Remove original rear-end, springs and shocks. Remove original spring mounts and rivets. 2. Clamp new front spring mounts to frame. Match 3 original rivet holes to new spring mounts. The mounting plate has a small notch cut into it. The notch goes to the inside rear, Enlarge the holes to 3/8″.
Some fit better than others. For 6 lug rear ends, the 64-69 1/2 ton 2wd Chevy (and some GMC) trucks have a 12 bolt rear, about 60-61″ wide (I measure them where the wheels bolt on).
What are the serial numbers on a 1955 Chevy truck?
Serial numbers: H 1/2 ton, J 3/4 ton, L 1 ton, etc. Early 1955 trucks, referred to by many as the First Series, were almost identical to the 1954. First year for the open drive shaft on 1/2 ton pickup and panel.
Serial numbers: H 1/2 ton, J 3/4 ton, L 1 ton, etc. Early 1955 trucks, referred to by many as the First Series, were almost identical to the 1954. First year for the open drive shaft on 1/2 ton pickup and panel.
What was the specs of a GMC truck in 1954?
Options for 1954 included power steering, power brakes, two-tone paint, electric windshield wipers, heavy-duty rear springs, heavy-duty radiator, heavy-duty generator and tinted glass. Chrome grilles and bumpers were also an option. The trucks could come with various non-standard rear axle ratios.
What is the width of a 47-54 rear end?
Hoping someone can take a moment and measure the stock width (outside drum to outside drum) of a stock 47-54 3100 rear end. Mine is obviously not stock and measures 65″.
