beags86
Eastbound and Down
Huh. What's wrong with 35s? For your rig that sounds about right anyways.
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Phil's '88 Big Blue Build Thread
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Yeah, that's probably true. I guess it's combination of musings.
With the 4.10s, 37's would put me more where I want to be ratio wise, about 2400 RPM on the highway.
With the bigger pumpkin, (or pumpkins, if I land a Dana 60) the bigger tire would boost clearance a bit.
That said, I'm sure 35's would be just fine. Honestly, regearing my 10 bolts and a rear lunchbox would most likely be fine. hahaha.
(I have 35's now, your fave BFG ATs. Don't like the gearing as is.)
With the 4.10s, 37's would put me more where I want to be ratio wise, about 2400 RPM on the highway.
With the bigger pumpkin, (or pumpkins, if I land a Dana 60) the bigger tire would boost clearance a bit.
That said, I'm sure 35's would be just fine. Honestly, regearing my 10 bolts and a rear lunchbox would most likely be fine. hahaha.
(I have 35's now, your fave BFG ATs. Don't like the gearing as is.)
beags86
Eastbound and Down
If I recall, a 60 with 37s is the same as 35s with a 10 bolt. I will be going 37s on my 60 for this reason....
What do you guys think? Probably too pricey, huh. Plus, I have to regear it to match the 4.10 on the 14 bolt.
http://lasvegas.craigslist.org/pts/5292270971.html
http://lasvegas.craigslist.org/pts/5292270971.html
I would avoid that, especially if you'd have to regear it anyway. It's definitely pricey (might be worth it if he's being honest about the rebuild). And it's an external-lockout axle (pre-1977 or so), so the outers don't swap with the later axles. Not a huge deal, and probably something that would never bother ya. But it does cut down on parts compatibility. And why would he drill out the rotors?
Are you wanting a locker/posi unit in your new front axle?
Not too sure. From what I understand, front lockers can shorten the life of 44/10 bolts axles, and (with a real locker, not posi) might need hydro assist. I'd be fine with a detroit in the 14 bolt i would think.
Ok, that makes life easier.
Seems expensive for a 44, but there are a lot of dollars worth of parts on there.
With an SM465 and 4.10's, 35" tires are a good choice.
Martin
With an SM465 and 4.10's, 35" tires are a good choice.
Martin
I'm starting to lean towards sticking with 35s. So far I have gotten away without having to trim anything, I'd like to keep it that way.
Burbdood 74
Giver of not a single damn...
One of the perks of sticking with 35's is its a little more common size tire to find if you're out on the back roads and you blow a tire in B.F.E. and you need to buy one. I might be wrong but 35's seem to be a "stock it" tire where a 37 would be an "order it" tire.
Sliders are on, thanks DIY4X.
Need to get used to it though. Twice now I have slid out of my truck like normal with shorts on and raked the back of my legs on the traction tape i put on. Literally has drawn blood. Ouch.
Need to get used to it though. Twice now I have slid out of my truck like normal with shorts on and raked the back of my legs on the traction tape i put on. Literally has drawn blood. Ouch.
What shade of blue is that?
Pretty sure it's this one. The can is at work.
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/sum-up320/overview/
Your truck is looking better, and better every day. Very nice work man!!!
I do that more than I should probably admit...
You and me both.I do that more than I should probably admit...
Looks awesome! Seems like long pants would solve your traction tape problem. 
EXJAY
1/2 ton status
Excellent job on cleaning this beauty up!
