Thread: rear axle
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Old 01-16-2021, 12:05 PM   #3
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Re: rear axle

Or, pop the cover off your rear end, have a look at the damage, and simply replace the broken parts. You probably only need a ring and pinion. Maybe a centre section. Either will be a lot less than 1k! The truck stopped for over 50 years with drums, it will be ok for a few more years. Of course, if you are building a high HP truck that handles well, yes, consider a complete rear rebuild and disc brake upgrade. On a stock-ish truck, just fixing it is fine.
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