61" allows you to use up to 8" wheels with standard backset, and still stay
in the fenders. this dim [61"] is common on most Camero, Chevelle, and Nova
rears.
Lee
----- Original Message -----
From: "Tom C." <c_tom@bellsouth.net>
To: "Oletrucks" <oletrucks@autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, July 28, 2003 4:53 PM
Subject: [oletrucks] 55tf rearend confusion
> I have talked to many on the list and read Jim Forbes article about
> rear-ends that will work for a 55 2nd TF. Everything i am hearing and
> reading says I need a rearend with 61" from outside brake hub to outside
> brake hub.
> However i measured the original rear-end that is in the truck now and it
> measures 62" Is the 61" a better fit or will a 62" rear-end work too?
> Thanks, I just wanna make sure I get the correct rear-end.,
> Tom in SC
> 55 2nd tf
> 97 S-10
> oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
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