How to run 15" wheels w/GM dana 60 front... - Pirate4x4.Com : 4x4 and Off-Road Forum

kpj · 05-22-2003, 05:56 PM

All the research I had done in the past on this topic was w/Ford outer's. I can't seem to hit the right "buzz" words on search and I don't get much computer time anymore. I have a set of GM kingpin knuckle's coming my way so my buildup has changed for the better. Can I use 1/2 or 3/4 ton calipers and bracket's and run a 15" wheel? Actually, does the GM 60 have the same caliper/wheel interference as a 79 Ford hp 60?

Thanks,

Ken

lv2whl · 05-22-2003, 06:10 PM

i believe you just have to grind down the top of the caliper untill it fits inside the wheel. Thats just what i remember. dont qoute me on it.

Good Luck

71RCKCRZR RYAN · 05-22-2003, 10:08 PM

15" WHEEL W 3"BS MINIMAL GRINDING
15" WHEEL W 3.5BS MORE GRINDING
15" WHEEL 2"BS NO GRINDING

IM PRETTY SURE THIS IS ALL CORRECT I POSTED A WHILE BACK AND THIS IS WHAT I GOT. SO I ORDERED 15" 3" BS

Eric · 05-23-2003, 11:52 AM

You need to grind it like this. Have fun.

http://www.coloradok5.com/d60calipergrind/pic7.jpg

Two Dogs F..king · 05-23-2003, 12:23 PM

every wheel is made differently, so it all depends. But you will need to grind for sure if you want much backspacing at all.

05-22-2003, 05:56 PM	#1 (permalink)
kpj Rock God Join Date: Sep 2001 Member # 6920 Location: Amesbury, MA Posts: 1,815	How can I run 15" wheels w/GM dana 60 front... All the research I had done in the past on this topic was w/Ford outer's. I can't seem to hit the right "buzz" words on search and I don't get much computer time anymore. I have a set of GM kingpin knuckle's coming my way so my buildup has changed for the better. Can I use 1/2 or 3/4 ton calipers and bracket's and run a 15" wheel? Actually, does the GM 60 have the same caliper/wheel interference as a 79 Ford hp 60? Thanks, Ken

05-22-2003, 06:10 PM	#2 (permalink)
lv2whl Registered User Join Date: Jun 2001 Member # 5318 Location: Petaluma,Ca, USA Posts: 307	i believe you just have to grind down the top of the caliper untill it fits inside the wheel. Thats just what i remember. dont qoute me on it. Good Luck __________________ -AMERICAN PRIDE- 71 2wd K5 Blazer -under construction-

05-22-2003, 10:08 PM	#3 (permalink)
71RCKCRZR RYAN Registered User Join Date: Dec 2000 Member # 2569 Location: SANTA CLARA CA 95050 Posts: 3,630	15" WHEEL W 3"BS MINIMAL GRINDING 15" WHEEL W 3.5BS MORE GRINDING 15" WHEEL 2"BS NO GRINDING IM PRETTY SURE THIS IS ALL CORRECT I POSTED A WHILE BACK AND THIS IS WHAT I GOT. SO I ORDERED 15" 3" BS __________________ [SIZE="6"][COLOR="Red"] SALE ON EVERYTHING [/COLOR][/SIZE] SHOOT ME A PM SWAY AWAY airs at 220 ea the rest 10% off retail DUDENBEAR 10% off retail RUBICON XPRESS buy 4 or more at 28$ ea AIR MANAGMENT ETC ETC [SIZE="7"][COLOR="Lime"][FONT="Impact"]WWW.WICKEDFABRICATION.COM[/FONT][/COLOR][/SIZE] WickedFabrication.com[/URL] [/SIZE] [email]SALES@WICKEDFABRICATION.com[/email] 408-898-6210

05-23-2003, 11:52 AM	#4 (permalink)
Eric Registered User Join Date: Feb 2000 Member # 39 Location: San Martin, CA Posts: 3,266	You need to grind it like this. Have fun. http://www.coloradok5.com/d60calipergrind/pic7.jpg __________________ Eric Parts for Sale --> D44 shafts, 6 lug rims, air tank

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05-23-2003, 12:23 PM	#5 (permalink)
Two Dogs F..king Banned Join Date: May 2002 Member # 11585 Location: Kansas City, MO Posts: 0	every wheel is made differently, so it all depends. But you will need to grind for sure if you want much backspacing at all.