Chevelle rear end interchange Hi 67 Beau, the Caprice was a unique Ive got one with a limited slip rear end. I was contemplating my options. Welding a cast iron block or head is one thing, but welding cast iron that will be stressed the way the ears on a rear end housing would be stressed is something that I wouldn't do. Measuring several 8. 5: 1970-1981: Chevrolet: Camaro/Firebird: 56. THANKS for your help, and ideas. for the 8. The '67 Chevelle rear ends are even more rare. There are some kits that you can buy to adapt them. The '66 had a flat spring perch, but will work with the stock springs. The rear your're asking about would definitely be a direct bolt in for a 68-72 car, but not an exact fit for a 66. Not trying to take over your post but my 72 chevelle's rear end is a 10 bolt, looks like the 8. '68-72 12 bolt Chevelle is also going to be real close to Rear-end track width measurements of classic American cars including Chevrolet, Ford, and Mopar vehicle rear axle widths Newest [ December 12, 2024 ] Chevelle: 62: 1955-1959: Chevrolet: Chevy Pickup: 62. Casting date example of H 20 4 for August 20, 1964. chevelle deluxe(1973) malibu estate(1973) laguna(1973) laguna estate(1973) malibu classic(1974-75) malibu classic estate(1974-75) laguna s-3(1974-74) b: lesabreestate wagonlesabre custom(1971-73,75) centurion(1971-73) lesabre lexus(1974) biscayne(1971-72) I did buy the expensive Praise Dyno 11" rear brake pads which added about $100 to the total cost. It won't work in a Chevelle because it doesn't have the eyes cast into the top of the center casting for the A body upper control arms. Richard/SIA Discussion starter. Pretty excited to say the least. 5: 1968-1972: Chevrolet: Chevelle: 62. I am looking to add a posi unit to it, but don't know if it's 8. Olds of the same vintage will also fit but the lug spacing was different. Jim 70 chevelle, SS clone 454 4 speed 3. 2 and not the 8. Looking on Ebay I see new posit units ( 8. 5" rear brakes on my A body, so I am surprised you want bigger brakes. My question is what do yall think of this idea or any others, Im on a budget so im trying to get the most for the money. 32 posts Sell the rear end to a drag racer with some cash and a stock rear end in the sale. 2 10 bolt is great little rear end, I have a 1970 Chevy Nova that runs 11’s through the quarter with a 1:56 60′ time. 4K views 6 replies 4 participants last post by zeke67 Sep 25, 2009. All 1970 wiring harness. I have 100% confidence that I can do Check out how to pick the best Rear Axle for your Muscle Car with this Rear Axle Swap on a Chevy Chevelle, Our axles are a GM 12 Bolt, a Ford 9 Inch and a Dana 60, Featured in the June 2008 issue Link to the article that I used that lists the parts that you need:https://www. Gregg Haskin '72 Chevelle W-code 64-72 A body rears interchange as far as attachment points. I don't know about the BOP cover. 5", 12 bolt, 9", or Dana 60, from Moser. Gary 396; Dec 2, 2022; 2. The rearend cover on passenger car 12-bolt rearends is oval, measuring 10-15/16-inches wide by 10-5/8-inches tall. 6K views 7 replies 5 participants last post by BanditRX Jun 27, 2023. 36:1 ~ 10-bolt: CCD: 3. 5 rear end ? I can see you are a Moser dealer we will need a set of these ,I ordered a set for my GMC SPRINT with a dealer here in PUERTO RICO and they said that moser did not send the axels "emblems" and not even the decals ,so I got moser axels but no one The rearend that has 12 bolt cover and 10 bolt carrier is a oldsmobile rear called O rear. Codes below are for Chevelle & Monte Carlo. My recently purchased '67 SS seems to be a rather highly he still has the full spool for a 12 bolt car rear end, will this interchange with truck 12 bolt? So if i'm understanding right the guts are the same between the two 12 bolts, just the pinion bearing is smaller, i beleive i saw 1. 5 are ring sizes and wouldn't interchange and that the two used different sized OD bolts. Many Team Chevelle. door handles interchange. ZA ~ 3. 5 inches from flange to flange, and 62. Are the two A body brakes and rears interchangeable. 125" to 61. Save Share Reply Quote 2008 Silverado Rear End Interchange. Sticky Rag Joint, Chevelle Tilt & NonTilt Steering Column, Rag Joint replaced by, Steering U Joint, U Joint Steering Shaft Facts, Ididit Push Button Start. 69camino Discussion starter. Body: It costs the same to restore a 71 Can anyone tell me if the rear brake backing plates from any 1968-1972 A-body cars interchange with each other. 5, but I've never actually tried it. {Author's note: Measuring two I have the chance to buy a 12 bolt rear end with 4. Well never the less it was a wasted trip and with gas being almost $4. 2 and 8. I had a 66 chevelle posi, I felt I got lucky when I sold it for a 100 If it was under the 70 Monte without any frame/rear end welding it will fit a 70 Chevelle even it it is a 68-72 BOP rear end. Post a picture of the rear in the transmission & drivetrain forum and Big gear head will tell more about the rear. Shop now! Skip to content Main Navigation. ) I have the 8. Chevelle402ss Discussion starter. The Team Chevelle member that built it, drag races a back halved '70? Chevelle with some pretty large wrinkle wall slicks (i. 30 13K 2d ago. Eric Nangle Discussion starter 3 posts · Joined 2008 Add to quote; Only show this user ZA 1001 ~ 3. {Author's note: Measuring two different 10-bolt 1967 rear ends, I found the following: Rear end #1 not in car. 12 Bolt Rearend swap. Wheel mounting any 68-72 chevelle/elcamino/monte carlo rear will bolt right in. So even if someone is trying to sell a 10 bolt posi for a bunch of money, more than likely nobody is going to pay much for it. 5 inch width, but will have the early spring mounting pad and trailing arm brackets. Now for the bad part, the guys said it was in a 70 and it wasnt it was in a 73 and he also said it had 3:73 gear and after pulling the cover i found out it was only a 2:41 gear. The '73 and later rear ends will not fit in your '71. My research shows the number should be 3875745N. Lower spring mount on 67 and later Chevelles fit over a tower on the rear end and the pigtail is a smaller diameter. Jump to Latest 7. Good Luck Gary 1964 was the only year that the rear end bushing are small, and any upper trailing arm (from any GM division) will fit 1964 rear end housings. 2 Chevelle rear-end and I have a BOP rear-end that has a nice clean set that I would The O rear end was used in the Cutlass from '68 to '70. I have a '70 Chevelle SS454 with a TH400 automatic and 410 posi rear-end. 630" including the shims (. All the cars I have had, were 8. 5-inch 10-bolt? That said, I'm having a devil of a time trying to decide what rear-end to use. It came out my 1984 Z28 Camaro 305 H. . 5 covers will interchange, the bolt pattern and spacing is the Check out how to pick the best Rear Axle for your Muscle Car with this Rear Axle Swap on a Chevy Chevelle, Our axles are a GM 12 Bolt, a Ford 9 Inch and a Dana 60, Featured in the June 2008 issue 1969 El Camino Rear End Swap 10-12. It seems that there is not a published specification for the total clutch pack thickness. Jump to Latest 2K They both interchange in the same housing. The '64 to '67 rear end is 60 inches wide. I run a stock open differential with a Richmond mini spool, Richmond 4:11 gears, and Moser street axles. 5 inches. No numbers needed. Jump to Latest 4. So I put the 3. The spring pads on the '64-'66 rear ends are different, but you can make them work. from the rear end to the wiring and everything in between it was a gutted roller when I received it no fuel lines, drive line linkage pedals etc etc etc and am seeing my best option for doing body work myself also thanks for the info all opinions are welcome. 1972 Malibu Sport Coupe - Victory Red on Black - 350/TH350 I do all my own stunts. 2 posi I've come across is a 3. Chevelle:64 no 12 bolts. Have a question on 1967 Chevelle frame(s), I have a '67 SS with a pretty bad frame, passenger side horn is bent from a collision and it pushed it 1970 12 bolt rear end ADVICE. 5 inches wider than the G body rear. 08 open rears go for $150-$300 but I have no interest in a 3. The figures are correct, and each dimension has been referenced with certain components, like axles and the GM part numbers that I don't know about the BOP cover. 64 Chevelle 90 Corvette ZR1 TC# 3094 ACES# 7297. seat interchange with patterns and locking seat backs being the difference. The old clutches measured . E. (I have a '71 Chevelle) The new rearend is exactly 1 Unfortunately, I don't know about the interchange of lines and cables. I'm also interested in the power steering on the Buick, if will fit a 67 Chevelle? Anyone If it is a '65 12 bolt then it is a Chevy car 12 bolt. Jump to Latest 64 Chevelle Malibu Strip/street 496 powerglide 9 inch with 456 gears and 15/29-15 tires under construction He will need the spring perch off the 64-66 rear end . If you want to increase rear braking, keep the original system & have the rear wheel cyls enlarged 1/16". Expect at least a 3. 67 is set up for pigtail ends in the upper pockets while the 66 frame has upper spring pockets that are designed for tangential ends. JBrue suggested I used the UMI conversion uppers which I did and they fit perfect plus with the Roto joint there is no more binding JBrue never mentioned it so I guess the lowers fit the wider rear better then the rear I Rear deck lid is the same, I have a 71 Monte deck lid on my 70 Chevelle. It's the same across all of GM. That would be to swap your rear gears to a 3:73 or possibly even a 4:10 ratio and then install an overdrive transmission. I have a 72 chevelle but would like to make it a 70 model. 25 inches from backing plate to backing plate and with the brake drums in place, the total width is 60. The 1972 Chevelle rear axle kick up area It seems that there is not a published specification for the total clutch pack thickness. I am ready for an overdrive to make it more tolerable at highway speeds but I don't want to give up the torque on the low end. All of the chevelle rear ends are wider. Axle tube flange-to-flange is 54. e. Good luck! Gregg . The 1968-72 Chevelle rear glass for hardtops and pillared coupes will interchange with the following vehicles: 1970-72 Monte Carlo; 1969-70 Pontiac Grand Prix Same width as classic are---66-67 Chevelle, 67-81 Camaro, 68-76 Nova 2 3/4 inches narrower than a classic---65-67 Chevy 2/Nova----About 1 1/4 inches wider than a classic---68-72 Chevelle, 70-72 Monte Carlo. Tag Team Rear End Decode. silver/blue buckets The 1966 Olds Cutty convertible frame will have different set up in rear axle area from 1967. 07 12 bolt 1974 chevelle with 73 laguna nose sbc 357 Brodix IK180 heads Comp Cams XE274H Edelbrock RPM airgap 650 AED double pumper, M20 muncie, Truetrac with 3. 3/16" Walled Axle Tube; rear end swap help!! Jump to Latest I have never seen a factory installed 8. 2 equipped. C. 2 or 8. Driver door is hammered. I am rebuilding my front end and noticed that the passenger upper control arm was damaged. SKU: AAGM-10011G Category: Rear Axle Fits: 1964-1967 Chevelle, GTO, Lemans, Tempest, Cutlass, Skylark, GS, El Camino. The G body rear end is 58 inches wide and the Chevelle rear ends are 60 and 61 inches wide. I did do the disc/disc conversion myself though. I drove it up and down the street and did 1x 6000rpm pull in 1st gear, and that was enough for me. Chevelle 1968-70 four door station wagons, Chevelle 1971 El Camino, Chevelle 1971 4 door station wagon, 1972 Chevelle El Camino, 1972 Chevelle 4 door station wagon, GMC Sprints. What is throwing me is the casting number of 3775745 N. Wagons and 4-door sedans have a different side window frame. These rear ends usually don't have c clip The '68 to '74 Nova rear end is 60 inches wide. The Pontiac 8. -----Redrum (or Mike) 68 Corvette - 383 CI 427 HP 69 SS Chevelle being updated to Pro-Touring 97 Z-28 The Chevelle and Monte Carlo also used four trailing arms, but the arms mounted differently. I have rebuilt several 10 & 12 bolt posi Chevrolet rear ends. I have a 1964 Chevelle 300. Oldsmobile Cutlass, Hurst/Olds, 442 *The front fenders for 1970-72 Oldsmobile Cutlasses interchange with all bodystyles, and this includes the Hurst/Olds, 442, Cutlass Supreme, and Vista Cruiser station The difference between my old/stock rear end and this new one is incredible. I used 1970 El With a 17" wheel, you should easily be able to go with 6 inch backspacing on a 68 to 72 rear end. 2” 2. If anyone have any info on this rearend please pot the results. 25". Archives. 5 inches from flange to flange, and with the brake drums in place, the total width is 62. 64-72 A body rears interchange as far as attachment points. 2 inch rear end. It has been reported that the 1967 model year could have either type of spring mount but I cannot confirm this. 36 rear end. 42 gears right up as well. I know it has 3:73 gear since I took the cover off and counted the keys. 5 parts interchange except for the '71 and '72 A body axles. It isn't worth the trouble. 73s. I've also put 15" rims on it, making the problem even worse. 1967 was a transition year in which the A-body cars might have a 64-66 style rear end, a 68-72 style rear end, or a "hybrid" rear end that will have the 58. 2-inch or perhaps an 8. 3) If the Chevelle rearend is a direct bolt-in is there any benefit for the 8. 11 gears and a posi for my El Camino. The cover is round and smooth and doesn´t have the upside v like chevrolets early 10 bolt and the 12 bolt. I don't think it will interchange with the Chevy 8. 5: 1969-1977: Ford: Maverick 8? 57: 1974 My 67 has springs consistent with working on any year rear-end. Sonnyspeedway Discussion starter. 3. . My question is this, will it be a hastle to make the rear end fit my car because it came off of a 1966 chevelle with the flat ended coil springs and I have a 1969 with the pig Hard core guys want the round lower rear for more road feel, where the oval is supposed to not be as performance minded. 5 Corporate rearend in a '71-72 Chevelle. The El Camino backing plates are a direct bolt-up, but don't use the 11" backing plates from a large Chevy because the diameter of the axle housing mounting flange and bolt pattern are too big to fit a Chevelle 10 or 12-bolt rear end. 73 ratio axle option. He do rears for living I think * 1964-67 Chevelle rear end housings measures 53. 00 inches. As far as interchange, any 68-72 (A body) car rearend ill fit. at least 12" wide) with a 12 bolt in it and said the 12 bolts hold up fine. I have been doing some research about the difference between GM10 and GM12 bolt rear ends and I have found that the GM12 is a My question concerns the rear end (12 bolt) and front brakes. To make a 71 look like a 70, You need other things like a GREEN DASH, 1970 interior, Seat covers front & rear, Rear end trim & bumper. They are also for leaf spring cars so don't have the lower control arm lower mounts or correct spring perch. How can I tell? What spline axles were stock for that year? I think 28, but not sure. Gary 396; Nov 26, 2022; 2 3. 42 ring and pinion, Ford style big ends to Most of the components that are commonly interchanged are A-frames, trailing arms, and rearends. I figure that if the clutches are set too tight, the rear end will "pop" around corners. A 10 bolt posi rearend shouldnt be too expensive either. You could reuse the two horns on top of the axle center section, but every other bracket would have to be cut off carefully and then reused after you ground off all of the other Chevelle style brackets. 68-72 rear end The 1968-72 Chevelle rear glass for hardtops and pillared coupes will interchange with the following vehicles: 1970-72 Monte Carlo 1969-70 Pontiac Grand Prix. It has 199k miles on the clock. It's being ran by a new ZZ4 350 small block with To set the record straight; 1967-1969 Camaro & 1968-1971 Nova rear-end is the same width as 1965-1967 Chevelle rear-end but DO NOT have the necessary ears on the housing to connect the top control arms. ) Axle tube flange Sticky 1964-1972 Chevelle Camaro Rear Disc Brake Conversion or 11 inch Rear Brake Drum Conversion. It really is easy to identify the BOP rear end just by looking at it. I want posi but to change the gears in that is pretty pricey. I did it on my elcamino when I put 8 inch ralleys and 275 tires on it. 3K views 11 replies 8 participants last post by jfman Oct 31, 2006. You would need to use the rear springs for the corresponding frame, they will not interchange. Prefix: Axle Ratio : CCA: 3. I've been tiptoeing around on that 8. So I figure maybe I can find a posi rear end for reasonable. To set the record straight; 1967-1969 Camaro & 1968-1971 Nova rear-end is the same width as 1965-1967 Chevelle rear-end but DO NOT have the necessary ears on the housing to connect the top control arms. I'm pretty good at assembly/dissambly as far as engines,but am weak with drivetrains. I need to rebuild the front suspension, what are the differences between the 66 and 67. brackets; 1972 SS dash; A/C controls question; 454 to 502 70 chevelle rear end lift? Jump to Latest If you get tired of it, 30 minutes to swap back. I happen to have a Strange Engineering Dana 60 rear (their "S-60" made for GM A-body cars) but when I placed the order, they asked me if I wanted the factory stock length dimensions end-to-end for a 70 Chevelle, and I told them "yes". When you’re considering a replacement, it’s important to make sure that you get the best General Chevelle Tech Area. The '68 to '72 rear end is 61 inches wide. G. * 1968-72 Chevelle rear end housings measure 58. Posi or Open. 5". Jump to Latest 3. It was a bolt in. I found a 68 cutlass at I have welded quite a bit of cast iron and I wouldn't trust steel ears that were welded to a cast iron rear end housing if I welded them myself. I have a friend with a GS convert, and the frame is boxed farther back behind the rear axle than either my Chevelle convert, or my 67 GTO HT. 2 Pontiac 10-bolt has 2 scallops (cutouts) on each side of the rear cover, whereas an 8. It does not have c clip axles. Ive since swapped back and put smaller tires on it. 1966_L78. ( any suggestions will be The axles will only work in '64 to '67 Chevelle rear ends. The arms were bad (lower rear oval bushing wore into the arm). :thumbsup: Save Share Like. Housing Casting Can anyone tell me what 8. Now here's the thing, the part number for a 1967 convertible Cutlass frame is 395404. I found a 68 impala 12 bolt, would it fit. 42 17K Mar 9, OK, Here's the deal - I have a 1986 Corvette front & rear suspension with the dana 44 rear end (the heavier one) and am looking for a donor frame to adapt this suspension to. 620" total per side. The the A-body(Chevelle) or G-body (Monte Carlo-Laguna) rear end is two inches narrower than the B-body rear but the mounting brackets are all different. I wouldn't be looking to spend more than $400 on a rear end with posi and a gear ratio I like, but the cheapest 8. FWIW - it Strange S60 Rear End With GM A-Body Spring Mounts | 35 Spline Alloy Axles and Trac-lock Differential - Strange If the differential case is still good with the 3. Monte's also got more options like tilt, defoggers, electric dodads than base Chevelles. Request a Quote (931) 646-4836. Tommy the Cat. column and dash differ, 67 column is fatter and won't bolt in unless you take the whole 67 dash along with it. 015" on each side). 65-66 some says even early 67 1” narrower and different spring perches that are flat and use a retainer plate to hold the springs. I would guess the spring problem is with aftermarket springs. 31 non posi June 21 Buffalo. 514 posts · Joined 2006 Add to quote; Only show this user #1 · Oct 30, 2006. 2008 Silverado Rear End Interchange. 5" rear end 10 bolt, the posi units will interchange with no problem. I The Impala rear end has many differences from other car rear end. 1277 posts · Joined 2006 Add to quote; Only show this user #11 · Oct 29, 2018. 1964 was the only year that the rear end bushing are small, and any upper trailing arm (from any GM division) will fit 1964 rear end housings. I have included the steering components, in which some other vehicles from other I exchanged posts with some of you about making a post that brakes down all the feasible First Gen rear end swap possibilities -- that is, ditching an 8. are the rear end trailer arms the same elco,wagon,four I have a 67 chevelle frame that isnt boxed in but i have plates that a machine shop made and bent to be exact matches for a boxed Rear spring pockets are different. I am using the green 50lb The 8. Nothing wrong with C-clip eliminator axles and if you use a Yukon carrier and some 4. All 64-72 a-body rearends are interchangeable. Chevelle SS 396/375 Discussion starter. I prefer the Ford 9" because I change gears frequently, so I have an extra If you decide to change rear ends completely these cars have the same basic rear end widths of 60 inches 55-64 Chevy Car, 67-69 Camaro, 64-67 Chevelle, 68-74 Nova, 71-73 Mustang/Cougar, The Camaro and Nova are the most used under a 57 Chevrolet. Jump to Latest I put a '65 Buick Special wagon rear under my '63 LeMans and when I started racing it switched to a Chevelle 12 bolt, which was a bolt in swap. The limited slip differential that was used in these rear ends was the Traction Lock. Casting Date Examples. Just my opinion. I like to use a 57 - 59 Ford rear end myself. This is what I have in my notes. They are pretty hard to find without the bushings and ball joints already installed. 5" rear end 10 bolt, the posi units will interchange with no The coupe and convertible frames interchange with one another, A elco rear section could be added on a four door after the rear wheels rite?. Not sure on this though, it's what I read. The '69 rear end will bolt into the '66 or '67. I am thinking the LCA went with the oval bushings somewhere The coupe and convertible frames interchange with one another, I believe the el camino and wagon frames are the same and interchange with each other and I think the 4 door frame is on its own but not sure. Right now I have the 10 bolt 8. (owned since 1978!) 454-th400 3. 62 car pinion. If your 2008 Silverado rear end interchange is failing, it may be time for a replacement. GTO rear end swap. Save Share Rearend Quick ID - An 8. 5 10 bolt with a posi and bolt in axels. 010"-. I figure if I replace the spider gears Hey guys, i posted the other day asking about proper axle length for a rear end in a 70 Chevelle. It is best if I've discovered I have the stock 78 rear endsomething like 2:41. 10:1 Posi back in 1967 when I orderd my L78 Chevelle SS (Code "ZZ"). It has 12 bolts in the cover, but 10 in the ring gear. LS1 Rear Disc Note: 1966/67 Pontiac Tempest/LeMans/GTO 2-door hardtop back glass is completely different, and has no relation to the tunneled rear window found on 1966/67 Chevelle 2-door hardtops. 3K views 12 replies 8 participants last post by camarofreak Jul 19, 2007. 6). 08 gear, unless you get lucky and find a 3. Complete 12-Bolt Rear Axle Assembly for 1968-72 Chevelle, GTO, El Camino and all GM A-body cars. Doors: 1968 through 1972 El Camino doors will interchange (but the '68s have the door lock post in a different location). They are too short for '68 to '72 Chevelle rear ends. 08:1 ~ June 23. Too bad your no closer, Id give you my springs. 08 ratio. The other versions are severely limited in capabilities. com/how-to/sucp-1111-1972-1971-to-1970-chevelle-conversion-sheetmet Hello Fellow Chevelle Owners, The 65 my son and I are restoring has a well worn rear end, the spider gears are very sloppy (t's not a posi). The Buick rear will be bolt in axle. What's wrong with the 65 Buick rear? So, I got to wondering what rear end would come in a 1967 SS 396 Chevelle when the buyer didn't specify a rear end ratio?? Of course, I spec'd a 4. 08 open diff, so you can see why I want to upgrade. You can narrow it and add spring perches for a Camaro or Nova, but the housing ends and axles will have to be changed. Ground Up shows separate kits for the different years. most folks going through the hassle will want a 12 bolt. The 30 splines case will fit in a early 8. I I’ve done everything myself on this one (except brake lines). trunk lid is the same. 64-67 chevelle 12 bolt 67-69 camaro 12 bolt 68-72 nova 12 bolt note not used in 73-74 The early chevelle rear end I just cwaled underneath my 70 Chevelle, and measured the rear from plate-to-plate. I don't know why GM decided to use bolt in axles in that rear end, but all Rear Axle seals. 5 3. 620" and . 2 open diff rear since my engine and transmission rebuild and now I will be able to fully drop the hammer. 67 or 72 chevelle front and rear bushing replacement; 68 Malibu convertable; 1971 Malibu; 65 trunk lid; HO 454 into a 68 chevelle; 68 chevelle rear end swap; speedo gear; Stereo removal; chevelle alternator question; 65 Chevelle - Motor Swap 230 to a 350; removal of stuck ignition switch. 27 " will interchange. Good Luck i ended up just buying the 11''brake kit that was all bolt on. 08:1 - October 1. I know '68-'69 are Are you wanting to put the GN rear end in your Chevelle? The upper controll arm mounts are in the wrong place and you will have to cut the lower brackets off and weld on Chevelle brackets. How do I tell if this carrier is a 8. It is costly but is the best of both worlds. 2" or 8. 42" compared to the 1. Get a replacement rear axle for your 1968-72 Chevelle, GTO, or El Camino with this complete 12-bolt rear axle assembly from American Powertrain. The lower arms are also different. Does anyone have an idea of what parts will interchange between a 69 Chevelle and a 70 Monte Carlo? My B-I-L has a Monte body less front cap sitting at his Dad's place and I am thinking it might be a smart move on my part to try and get it from him. A picture of the rear of the housing would help, and a picture of the end of the axle tube where the brake backing plate bolts on. I would like to swap the rear end with a 308 or 323 rear end. Ive got one with a limited slip rear end. Upper trailing arms of 1964-67 vintage interchange, and they are 2. 14094 1970 Chevelle Rear Axle Identification The casting numbers/letters on rear end housings may have either a prefix or suffix of "N" or "NF" and no reason has been found yet why they may have one or the other. My Good, I just wanted to make sure. 25 inches. The car will never see the strip or the track, Team Chevelle Gold #288 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Unrestored 15,000 Mile Survivor 1955 Chevrolet Nomad 1964 Malibu SS Unrestored 36,000 Mile Survivor ~ SOLD 1964 Malibu SS 1966 Chevelle SS 396 Unrestored 76,000 Mile Survivor I can easily lock up the 9. My Hollamder says the following axle shafts interchange. Just because I have never seen it though, doesn't mean it didn't happen. 2, but be sure that the Nova rear end is the 8. 70 Chevelle SS 396, L34, M20, U14, A51, C60 Oshawa built Z25 project. If I remember correctly(its been like 45 years)I put a 57 Pontiac rear end in my 56 Chevy. I replaced arms with used cores with I have also heard that the Buick GS had a boxed frame, even a HT. O. I have a 1970 SS 396 Chevelle and this past weekend I replaced the gear oil and saw that it has 4. I could go with 6 1/4 but my rear end is offset about 1/8 inch to the right. Housing Number: GM All 1970 through 1972 El Camino/Chevelle hoods will interchange. 68chevmn Discussion starter. I can't find this number in any resource material. I planning on swapping rearends on my 67 camaro and wish to have a disc brakes. How do I identify this as either an 8. Casting numbers found to be the most prevalent in Chevelle 12-bolt rear ends: 1965 Chevelle 3859140N 1966 Chevelle 3875745N 1967 Chevelle 3894939NF I planning on swapping rearends on my 67 camaro and wish to have a disc brakes. 110" thick) one will measure 61. 36 gears from the '66 then you will have to set the pinion depth, bearing preload and 2008 Silverado Rear End Interchange. 12 bolt came 65. Lots of good metal can be cut from the lower cowls, rear lower window, trunk floor, etc. Go to Quick Performance for the best prices on 12 bolt parts. jim . It should be less expensive to rebuild your 12 bolt than buy a Ford 9" replacement. 2 for "better" rear ends -- 1968 Chevelle /El Camino Hood hinges are interchangeable, and there are two categories: one version built before 11/30/67, and another built after 11/30/67. The reason for being so cheap is the frame is rotten out, particularly around the rear end mounting area. 2 models are capable of handling about 400 hp with street tires in stock trim, about 350 on drag radials, and 300 on slicks. The '68 to '72 Chevelle rear ends are much more common, if you can call I have a 70 Chevelle Malibu with the stock 10 bolt open rear end. 5” that I can put 3. Jump to Latest 667 views 3 replies 3 participants last post by LS7 Oct 8, 2008. Rear spring mounting pads on the 64-66 rear ends used a flat pad with a hole drilled in the center, the 68-72 rear ends have a circular spring mounting pad, that are 3/4 of an inch higher that the flat pads. You just need to get pinion depth exact, and then work on the pattern. The main differences between 64-67 rears and 68-72 rears are the length of the upper control arms, and the width of the axle "brake drum to brake drum What Rear End came in the 1967 Chevelle 396-325 hp (L35) Chevelle SS if not ordered special? Jump to Latest 2. 543 posts · Joined 2005 Add to quote; Only show this user #1 · Feb 7, 2023. On the above 8. 5K views 4 replies 2 participants last post by Tintop55 Oct 25, 1999. 1. So I need some advice from the experts. Now i noticed one of my brake drums sticking of the rear end further than the other so i decided to pull them. Other rear ends in same body group could work also. Onlyn problem is, if I have to work or not I went thru Crazy Davey Racing for the purchase of a Quick Performance 9" rear for my '71 Chevelle Mule. I went to autozone to buy axle seals for the rear end (10 bolt) of my 70 chevelle and they said that they cant get them (dealer only parts). by Gary 396. If this happens, the suspension and tires can be at risk. The GN rear end will bring more money like it is, and you could apply that to a good Chevelle rear end. Straub & Foxwell rebuilt my ZZ502 motor into a 509 that ended up making 709HP/680TQ so the stock 12 bolt wasn't long for this world. 00 a gallon it cost me a little bit of money because a 2008 Can I put a different rear end in it other than one out of a chevelle. The hinges can be found on the following vehicles: If using the hinges from a 1968 Currie ® 9-inch Rear End Builder for 1964 thru 1972 Chevelle, El Camino, Skylark, GTO, 442, and other GM A-body vehicles are offered with a broad Check out how to pick the best Rear Axle for your Muscle Car with this Rear Axle Swap on a Chevy Chevelle, Our axles are a GM 12 Bolt, a Ford 9 Inch and a Dana 60, Featured in the June REAR END HOUSINGS The rear end Most of the control arms for the 1964-72 Chevelle interchange, and the lower control arm used for the front suspension had these distinct features. 5. Reactions: lucifershammer. 90" (1 5/16") diameter bushings. from the rear end to . 11 gears but Found out the rear end was a 8. 5” rear ends will bolt up to a 72 Chevelle??? (what cars, years etc. 6. Jump to Latest 708 views 12 replies 7 participants last post by Chevelle Doug Oct 5, 2024. The BOP A-bodies rear windows are unique to the bodystyle used and I have a 70 Chevelle Malibu with the stock 10 bolt open rear end. 335" from where wheel mounts to where wheel mounts. I have not tried putting the whole assemble in the rear end housing but I assume all will work. As you can see below both of the axels are sitting on the ground and the bottom plates are even I found a 1966 chevelle 12 bolt rear end for sale. 1999 -- Status Not open for further replies. *One version was produced from 1964-66, and utilised 1. If the shaft interchanges the housing must be the same width. What's wrong with the 65 Buick rear? Need some help. Finally, Camaro and Nova rear axles used leaf springs. 70-72 wagons have the same looking rear. 2 Chevelle 10 bolt rear-end? I need a set for a 8. 07:1 ~ 12-bolt Positraction: CCE: 1971 Chevelle 10 Bolt Rear end. spaceace77084 Discussion starter. 1968-72 A-cars have shorter upper arms, and when switching upper arms, be careful here, the pinion nose angle Brake Drum Interchange. maybe the rear, but not the front. I believe that's my 'get up' problem. In these applications, the upper trailing arms are mounted on top of the differential, not the axle tubes. I can easily lock up the 9. Jump to Latest I have look all over and cannot find the specs on this rear end. The codes on it at CKD 122B2 i believe. The spring perches on the new rearend look just like the ones that are on my '71 rear-end. The brackets are the same so they will interchange with the right wheel offset. Same size, same control arm bolt locations. 5 (and identical 8. I went with 6 inch backspacing on the 18 inch wheels I just ordered. Do all of the GM 68-72 A-bodies have interchangable rear brake drums? I need a set of rear drums for a 68 Chevelle 10-bolt and I Chevelle REAR END HOUSINGS The rear end housings are based on dimensions that have been gathered from magazine articles, and some of the data that have been published by magazines like Hot Rod may be inaccurate. 69 posts · Joined 2023 Add to quote; Only show this user #1 · Oct 4, 2024. i know that i have to change everything from the firwall up, rear bumber and rear valance panel, but i need to know for sure if the frames are the same from 70-72. motortrend. - 1/4 window chrome Sashes interchange Chasis - Rear End is the same (10 bolt or 12 bolt) - Rear trailing arms upper and lower - Brakes (disc or drum) - Spindles, dust shields, etc. It's a 10 bolt 8. All 8. Base Package Includes: 9" AXLE HOUSING. 73 gears and want to up grade to a 8. You could put all of the parts into your 8. Chevelle/El Camino frame year interchange? Jump to Latest 13K views 7 replies 4 participants last post by Richard/SIA Jul 18, 2013. There is but one high-performance GM 10-bolt rear end, the 8. I already purchased a pst front end kit for it so I just need another stock control arm. The axles are 28 spline and the ring gear is 8 1/2 inches. The 64-67 rear ends are a hair "narrower" than the 68-72 rear ends. The same Pumpkin as is in your 55 was used all the way into 1964 in the big Chevys. 5 inches total length with the drums in place. Good thing is with rpm I have a 67 8. Thanks for the replys. I assumed the 8. I believe the Rear upper control bushing eyes differ, and the positioning of the bushing eyes will differ. 5 A-bodys & '68-72 Chevelle 12 bolts with axles in both, just came up with 61 1/8", from machinined axle surface to machined axle surface. If you remove the 3. 36. Frame interchange. Sup i have a 68 Chevelle 2 door, and i took the 10 bolt rear end out of it in favor for the 12 bolt now this rear end measures 54" from backing plate to backing plate, then i have a 1980 Malibu that i would like to make a street car or something maybe paint it black white or silver strips, the rear end that came out of it was 53" wide from backing plate to backing plate will The rear-end code is CF which I guess could also be a 67 rear-end if I am looking at the book right. Anyone on here know what years and /or vehicles will interchange on that? He's was driving along @ 35 mph and he said something went "bang" and the back end "jumped up" and it locked up the I may give him my 10 bolt and find a 12 bolt for my 70 Chevelle. 08 ratio and he wants $800. M. Bumpers don't change. rebuilding the axle assembly really isnt all that difficult. Quarter Panels: 1968 and 1969 El Camino quarter panels are the same except that the 1969s have a hole for the I'm in upstate NY, its a bitch and a half to find parts where I am. The 68-72 is 2 inches wider than the 64-67 and 4. The '65 and '66 Chevelle 12 bolt rear ends are unique. 95 posts · Joined 2006 Add to quote; Only show this user #1 · Dec 4, 2009. It's the same 55 1/2". Rear-end interchanges are notorious for failing, and when this happens, the entire rear end can come I took the rearend out of my Chevelle last night, and I noticed a few things. The coil springs also mounted to the axle tubes. Anyone on here know what years and /or vehicles will interchange on that? The rear filler panel (which looks liks a sectioned 1968 Chevelle taillight housing) on the 1970-72 Skylark interchanges between the hardtop/convertible and sedan. Mitch Member of Northstar Chevelle Club of MN 66 Chevelle SS 396, Atlanta built 138 driver/project. Save Share Reply Quote Like. 375 posts · Joined 2005 Add to quote; Only show this user #1 · Jul 17, 2007. The Chevelle rear will probably be C clip. Rear upper control bushing eyes differ, and the postion of the bushing eyes will differ. How much would a April 1971 date coded 10 bolt rear end be worth? The numbers on it are GNC 126 1. Tintop55 Discussion starter. Built from 1964 through 1972, the 8. 55-3. 73 gears in it. 888 posts · Joined 2012 Add to quote; Only show this user #1 · Jul 17, 2013. * 1964-67 Chevelle rear end housings measures 53. 7K views 2 replies 2 participants last post by 69camino Dec 5, 2009. Save Share You can use a rear end out of any GM "A body" car from 64-72. New Big Web Housing Center Piece; New 3" Outside Diameter D. There might be minor differences in width, but they will bolt in. 08:1 ~ 10-bolt (L14/307 & L22/250)* CCB: 3. So, I'm debating whether to change my TH400 to a 700-R4 or add Gear Vendors to my existing tranny instead. If nothing else, you could order a complete bolt in rear of any type, 8. 2 Chevy-style has a round cover with an indentation running across the cover (like the 12-bolt Chevy) and 2 casting projections on the top of the rear. I'm pretty sure they are close to accurate. The date code on the housing checks out, F10 6= June 10 66 and the stampings on the axle tube is correct CW 0621 B = 3. 68-72 10 or 12 bolt internals DO NOT interchange between BOP and Chevy. 5 is a corporate rear end, not BOP, Chevy or other. I was told the cheapest way and still be safe was to use a 2001 ford explorer, its suppose to have posi- traction and a little narrower. 1971 Chevelle w/ 402 Big Block and TH350<BR>SS The rear-end code is CF which I guess could also be a 67 rear-end I then was able to bolt the 8. 10's with that 6 speed you'll be golden on the street. Any help on the pros vs cons of each 68-72 chevelle rear end housings measured 58. Rear-end interchanges are notorious for failing, and when this happens, the entire rear end can come apart. Wish I still had it! Any ideas? I was told they will all interchange but there are physical changes in certain year models I purchased a ’68 Camaro basket case along with a pile of parts including what appears to be a 10-bolt rear-end that was not under the car. Oil pressure looked great, engine made no unusual noises, and transmission shifted fine. 292 posts · Joined 2008 Add to quote; Only show this user #1 · Sep 24, 2009. such as, would a set of 10 bolt BOP rear-end brake backing plates be the same as a set for 8. I had a 12 bolt built for my '67 with billet main caps with ARP bolts, Eaton Posi, US Gear 3. Anybody know where I can 1970 Chevelle Rear-End. 2 and has a cover like The 8. 73 gear and a posi unit in, but I am have very poor luck finding an 8. 73+ is a different beast. Before I started my front end rebuild on my 70, I had lower rear oval bushings. The new clutches measured . I I have my build sheet for my 71 chevelle right here and it says it's got the G97 2. (Note: Other sources put the total width at 61. It is sitting on the ground without the front cap or brake system although the spindles are still there. 5 A-body rears with oem Chevelle drums slid on (. When I purchased rear springs for it the 67 springs did not fit (small diameter coils on both ends), I had to purchase 66 springs (large coil diameter on one end). I'm trying to locate a '68 El Camino frame or rear half to use in mocking up a suspension conversion. red-headed stepchild and not worry about breaking the rear end. From backing plate-to-backing plate, 53 5/16 inches. 31 12 bolt posi 71 camaro. I would love to have a 12 bolt but they are impossible to find. 1968-72 rear end housings will have a 3/8" forward positioning, which is farther that 1964-67 rear ends. The '71 and '72 Skylark and Cutlass are the best place to start looking for an 8. jfman Discussion starter. alt. The eyes on top of the 12 bolt are at a different angel than the G body rear ends, and they are not spaced the same. 1966 Chevelle SS 396/360 M21 3:73 posi. The '68 to '74 Nova rear end is 60 inches wide. 5” rear end for a 72 Chevelle. But If your looking to put a coupe frame under an el camino it's not going to work as it is shorter than the elky frame. 2 inch has its axles retained at the brake end of the housing and all the other rears have C-clips Interchange Numbers 1941 fits Chevelle 1968-70 pick ups ( El Camino, includes GMC Sprint) see note regarding 454 engines. will a 70 model radiator support bolt to a 72 frame and still allow the fenders to align properly? im not really worried about changing the interior if The 8. Jump to Latest 1. I guess all I will need to do is change out the emergency brake cables and it We will narrow the rear end and install big bearing Ford ends . 5" longer, which will not fit into 1968-72 A-cars. Will 1966 4dr doors interchange since they have the window posts as long as I keep the 66 hinges on the doors? second question, can the window posts be removed and put onto a new door for a non post 1964 Chevelle. Correct me if I'm wrong, but they are both A bodies, so the spindles and whatnot should interchange? My Chevelle has drums front and back. Being it's a 10 bolt, I wanted a 12 so I looked into it and found out this particular rear end option is just as strong if not stronger than the 12 bolts. T. rear end options. Please help! The total width of the early rear end is about 60 inches and the later one is about 61 inches. 2 and JBrue has the 68-72 12 bolt chevelle rear end. Partial LS1 Rear Disc Brake Conversion Parts List for Chevelle 1 Rear Axle LS1 Backing Plate Spacers Pair $40. 36 gears then just take the 4 gears out of the '72 rear end and put them in the 3. Seperate the facts, from "what I heard was" There are two main groups of A-body cars for things like this: 64-67, and 68-72. The axles are held in by pressed on axle bearings. The rearend cover on passenger car 12-bolt 66 hdtp & 67 hdtp interchange all glass. 1083 posts · Joined 2007 Add to quote; Only show this user #1 · Jun 25, 2023. 2 back there with 3. It has drums, but no Also this 10" long Parking Park Strut is interchangeable with the Right and Left Side. 2" with 28 splines) selling for selling for around $400. Lots of variables between the GM divisions, but physically, except for the 3. 2K views 31 replies 20 participants last post by Lew540 Feb 13, 2023. I realize that it probably would be hard to find a complete third member,but gear changes are easy. 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