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Solid Axle Swap BS Thread

Discussion in 'Solid Axle Suspension' started by Supra TT, Feb 20, 2012.

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  1. Sep 15, 2012 at 11:56 AM
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    Hey I got a question, how easy would it be to cut a yota axle and switch it to drivers side drop? Im guessing its pretty straight forward and simple. How much do you think a shop would charge to do this kind of a job?
     
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  2. Sep 15, 2012 at 12:20 PM
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    Is it normal/okay to run an axle that's 9" wider in the front than the rear? I have 1" spacers up front but damn... 9"?

    Reason I was wanting to keep the original axle is because I was planning on putting an ARB in there. I wouldn't mind holding off on that and putting it in a different axle. I'm currently still open/open.
     
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  3. Sep 15, 2012 at 7:46 PM
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    It's not simple man lol... Involves alot of cutting and welding.


    You'd have a really good turning radius! :D If you go d60 front you will need a matching ton axle in the rear...
     
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  4. Sep 16, 2012 at 8:12 AM
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    I wouldn't run one that wide up front with these trucks unless your going to change the rear axle as well. You can get a Dana 60 for the front and then Put a 14 bolt in the rear for a very good price. Those 14 bolts are a dime a dozen right now but are getting more popular. 9 inche's is a ton of distance to make up. You can't get spacers that wide and I wouldn't want to run them either.

    You can go custom 60 in the front like i did but thats a pretty penny. Or you can find a dana 60 and cut it down. That wouldn't be that expensive.
     
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  5. Sep 16, 2012 at 9:17 AM
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    I'll be slowly piecing this thing together and a used dana 60 will have to be rebuilt anyway so going the extra mile and get a custom housing is definitely an option I'm looking at. If going custom, what width would you guys recommend for the first gen?
     
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  6. Sep 16, 2012 at 9:40 AM
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    I think 62 inches? I may be wrong though
     
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  7. Sep 16, 2012 at 11:49 AM
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    wrauj's taco over on TTORA on 60/14 setup. The WMS/WMS seems a lot narrower (he says it's off a '79 Ford and doesn't know the WMS, so I assume he didn't narrow it). Any ideas as to why it seems a lot narrower than other 60/14 setups I've seen? Could it be hub size? Wheel BS?

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    If that's a true 69" WMS, I think it's definitely doable. I just don't want them sticking completely out of the fenders and being an issue with the popo in some area while I DD it. Plus I think it looks a tad silly on a DD:eek:

    A little wide for my tastes

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  8. Sep 16, 2012 at 12:28 PM
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    Lol that last one is not suitable for a DD
     
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  9. Sep 16, 2012 at 5:49 PM
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    Get a rock assault axle. I dont see a flaw with that beast, i plan on running that axle when i sas my red toy
     
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  10. Sep 16, 2012 at 5:55 PM
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    I've heard too many mixed results on the Rock Assault housing. If custom housing was an option, Diamond is tuff to turn down :cool:
     
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  11. Sep 16, 2012 at 5:55 PM
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    This is my buddy David's DD! :laugh: yotabeast505 on here....
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  12. Sep 16, 2012 at 6:01 PM
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    Yeah see i know nothing about diamond axles really haha. They look strong but im guessing they are pricey
     
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  13. Sep 16, 2012 at 6:06 PM
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    Not if you get spares! :D

    x2 on what I've heard about the Rock Assault housings. Diamond or Ruffstuff is probably the route I'd go if I went custom. I've heard of long wait times on the Diamonds, but I have time.:cool:
     
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    he uses that beast for his dd?
     
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  15. Sep 16, 2012 at 6:10 PM
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    Really? What were the reasons why its not meant for DD use?
     
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    gear oil doesnt "sling" properly at highway speeds not allowing proper lubrication of the bearings and ring/pinion gears
     
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  17. Sep 16, 2012 at 6:26 PM
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    Hm thanks for that info... Well i would be getting the front axle so i shouldnt have to worry about that issue much
     
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  18. Sep 17, 2012 at 9:59 AM
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    What is everyone's thoughts on a toyota third/ dana 60 hybrid like All-Pro or Diamond has? Would it limit tire size? Is the third going to become the weakest link?
     
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  19. Sep 17, 2012 at 10:31 AM
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    I personally know someone running this cimbo from currie. Its in his competition 4runner...double low in the cases and foot to the floor when bound and not a peep outa it. Hasn't had a single issue.
     
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  20. Sep 17, 2012 at 11:03 AM
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