Changing bolt patterns on an FJ-40 axle

[Codeman]

Ok, I've got a FJ-40 rearend (not sure the year), but it was coverted to a centered diff, disk brakes, and 30 spline alloy shafts.

The axle has a 6on5.5 bolt patter, and I need
a 5 on 4.5" pattern. Is it possible to convert it or get an adapter???

Thanks

[Lance]

uhhhh, I'd like to see pics of this thing. <IMG SRC="smilies/wink.gif" border="0">

[The Jerk]

Originally posted by Lance:
<STRONG>uhhhh, I'd like to see pics of this thing. <IMG SRC="smilies/wink.gif" border="0"></STRONG>

yeah no shit, for some reason i can see it in my head an i think it would be neat. jiMMy

[Codeman]

Sorry, no pics yet. My brother knows this guys really well, he may be on this board, his name is Nolan.
But it is a custom axle so it does exist.

So do you guys think its possiable to change the bolt pattern, or should I go with a D44 or something else

[ 09-05-2001: Message edited by: Codeman ]

[wngrog]

Uh, that would be my axle.

It is a Newfield Centered rear axle. Mini Truck 30 spline axles with all new bearings and seals.

Disc brakes (Monte Carlo calipers)

I have had it on my Cruiser since July.

I am taking it off this week b/c my RC D60 is ready <IMG SRC="smilies/bounce2.gif" border="0"> <IMG SRC="smilies/bounce.gif" border="0">

I do not know how to go from 6 on 5.5 to 5 on 4.5

performancewheel.com make nice spacers, however, you can not change patters with them.

I doubt this will work if you are planning on running stock wheels.

[Jason M]

Originally posted by Codeman:
<STRONG>Sorry, no pics yet. My brother knows this guys really well, he may be on this board, his name is Nolan.
But it is a custom axle so it does exist.

So do you guys think its possiable to change the bolt pattern, or should I go with a D44 or something else

[ 09-05-2001: Message edited by: Codeman ]</STRONG>

So you are getting Nolen's old rear axle. This is the one he had made to work with the center rear output Atlas that he got.
It should have only about 5 runs or so on it.
As for running a different bolt pattern it should be easy to have the flange redrilled. Or you could always get an adapter from the six lug to a 5 lug... They are not that expensive and would give you a wider stance...

[Lance]

Or he could get a Scout 44 from Pick N Pull for $100 and be done with it. <IMG SRC="smilies/wink.gif" border="0">

[wngrog]

Originally posted by Lance:
<STRONG>Or he could get a Scout 44 from Pick N Pull for $100 and be done with it. <IMG SRC="smilies/wink.gif" border="0"></STRONG>

I think Lances idea is the least expensive, yet you are going to still have bolt problems. No Pick and pull D44 is going to be 5 on 4.5

[Lance]

Originally posted by wngrog:
<STRONG>I think Lances idea is the least expensive, yet you are going to still have bolt problems. No Pick and pull D44 is going to be 5 on 4.5</STRONG>

My bad. I thought I read 5 on 5.5. <IMG SRC="smilies/rolleyes.gif" border="0"> Well some mid 80's Cherokee's have 5 on 4.5 D44 rear ends. And so to Commanche's. A little harder to find, but they're out there.

[Codeman]

Well thanks for the info. I'll do a bit more research and see what happens.

Nolan, I'm sending you an email so check it out later

Jason, where have you seen those bolt pattern adapters??

[ 09-05-2001: Message edited by: Codeman ]

[Jason M]

Originally posted by Codeman:
<STRONG>Well thanks for the info. I'll do a bit more research and see what happens.

Nolan, I'm sending you an email so check it out later

Jason, where have you seen those bolt pattern adapters??

[ 09-05-2001: Message edited by: Codeman ]</STRONG>

Don;t know much about these guys but they say they can do it.....


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