: Help on converting from 5 lug to 8 lug


Ken Carter / BRUISER
10-06-2004, 06:15 AM
I have an '84 Chevy 2wd ( my tow rig ) that I am considering converting to 8 lug.

Reason: I have found a 14 bolt to put in rear instead of the 10 bolt and I have found front spindles, calipers, ect.. from a 3500 series chevy to convert the front to 8 lug.

Question: on the front will it all be able to change and still work? IE: ball joints, steering, etc.. or will I have to put everything from the 3500 under mine.

Thanks
Ken C

KWTMECH
10-06-2004, 07:31 AM
You will need the lower control arms because of the ball joint, the center link is differrent, might be easier if you could get the whole assy/x-member.