fitting 35sp shafts in a d61?

[bigjeep85]

what do i need to do to put 35 spline shafts into a d61? the 61 is out of a 79 ford f250 4x2. and yes i did a search.

[Davethorik]

Originally Posted by bigjeep85

and yes i did a search.

try again.

[bigjeep85]

Originally Posted by Davethorik

try again.

great answer ohh wise ass one. i have read posts from 2002 up to the present and several people say you can put a 35 spline in the tubes because they are larger than the standard 60. but what no one says is how to do it.

[Davethorik]

Originally Posted by bigjeep85

great answer ohh wise ass one. i have read posts from 2002 up to the present and several people say you can put a 35 spline in the tubes because they are larger than the standard 60. but what no one says is how to do it.

Generally when I install axleshafts into a full floating rearend I slide them in the spindle, wiggle it to match the splines, and then bolt it down. I don't know what you do.


Maybe you should, oh, I don't know, measure your spindles' ID to even see if you can fit 35 spline shafts. Then worry about side gears and having the right length shaft. But you're right, I couldn't find this using search. I was born with it implanted in my skull. Much of my childhood was spent deciphering it, and lo! I found my calling reading this BB. Tabula rasa is complete BS!

[bigjeep85]

the spindles are 4.5" (if i remeber right) do you know what the d70 spindles are?

im glad your able to slide full floater axles into the tubes without hurting yourself. you must be proud of yourself.