14bolt ?s

[big dan]

I will soon be swapping in my 14b rear and will probly end up doing it myself. because of this i want to remove as much weight as possible to make it a little easier. i plan on removing the axles hubs and drums. my question is if i remove the pinion support will i have to adjust or reset up my gears when i put it back or can i just pull it and replace it when im done?

 

[boz42]

u can remove it & put it back in, just be sure to keep up w/ the shims, & put them back.

 

[big dan]

ok thanks

 

[ryan22re]

why not just put some small tires on it and roll it under the truck?

 

[sled_dog]

why not just put some small tires on it and roll it under the truck?

way easier than moving a bare housing into there.

 

[big dan]

duh, now i feel somewhat retarded for not thinking of that. thanks anyway guys

 

[wildmouse216]

The 14 bolt with the larger size drums will roll on the drums alone. I had one out of a 1983 K30 pickup that would do it.

 

[divorced]

why not just put some small tires on it and roll it under the truck?

Small tires are great for swapping axles and also to drive it in the garage for repairs/upgrades. I saved these from my mom's car. They fit a 16" wheel and measure only 26" tall aired up. You can run them flat to lower the truck another couple inches.