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GM D44 F 6 lug conveted to 8 lug
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lkal442
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| Joined: 10/08
Posted: 10/29/08
03:09 PM
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Is it possible to convert a D44f Chevy 6 lug to 8 lug
im looking to build a hardcore crawler and need 8 lugs plus most of the rims and tier combos around here for sale are 8 lug 16 1/2 rims. From what it looks i think all i need to do is switch hubs.
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04-Z71
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Posted: 10/29/08
03:15 PM
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just a FYI 16 1/2 is out alot of wheel and tire companys are cutting them. 6x5.5 is very common any chevys and 6 lug toys share the same bolt circle, you may want to go with a cast design heavy wheels but will stand that typr of abuse forged wheels will bend faster
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How about getting together somewhere sometime and messing around? Spawn_X
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b4boggers
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Posted: 12/06/08
01:29 AM
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Yes,but why? You'll need hubs/roters, caliper mounting plates might need spindles if bearings are different 8 lug calipers have bigger piston but 6 lug will work,lockouts are the same. Easy conversion...But you still end up with a 44...It WILL blow up.Best thing to do,save up and buy a 60,you wont regret it.
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SnoMan
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Posted: 12/06/08
05:55 AM
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The hubs/rotors with swap with no problems. It is the same axle from spindle back. There is no difference between the 1/2 ton and 3/4 ton D44's other than hubs.
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Jungleboy4
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Posted: 12/06/08
06:07 AM
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What size tire you going to run on this hardcore crawler? That's going to dictate what axle size and gear ratio's your going to need.
------------------------------------------------------------ '75 CJ5, Chevy 327, SR4, twin stick D300, D44&D30 with OX lockers, sitting on 3" lift and 33's.
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