by neondv8 Sat Feb 09, 2013 10:00 amHi all.
Will a front axle from a 64 fit a 66?
Thanks
Will a front axle from a 64 fit a 66?
Thanks
3 posters
Front axle
neondv8- Number of posts : 278
Location : shoreline,wa.
Registration date : 2012-04-04
66ThunderVan- Number of posts : 384
Location : Portsmouth, Va.
Registration date : 2012-01-08
There are two types of front axles but they can be swapped. The difference is the type of king pin and some linkage changes in the 67. The difference in the axle is that the later style is threaded for grease caps and uses a shorter pin. I think the spindles are all the same but not sure. I'm not sure if the 64 has the later style axle. If it has grease fittings above and below the pin it is the later/ better style.
dan nachel- Number of posts : 394
Location : sc
Registration date : 2012-01-24
My 64 has the grease fittings.
neondv8- Number of posts : 278
Location : shoreline,wa.
Registration date : 2012-04-04
Thanks for the info guy!
I'll take a look at my axle, and look at the photos of the new one .
I need to do my king pins. I think the best way is get a good axle, and work on that one.
I'll take a look at my axle, and look at the photos of the new one .
I need to do my king pins. I think the best way is get a good axle, and work on that one.
66ThunderVan- Number of posts : 384
Location : Portsmouth, Va.
Registration date : 2012-01-08
Sounds good! I'm sure there is a "how to" posted here somewhere. I'm not sure how easy it is to find the spindle bolt set but, in my opion, it is easier to have a machine shop fit the new bushings, as they are undersize in the kit. Also, the old pins are pinned with a tapered pin so keep that in mind and good luck getting those 50 year old pins out! It usually requires a press and lots of heat.
Good luck!
Good luck!
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