The Stupid Axle Questions Thread

[White96k2500]

I have a 1996 chevrolet silverado k2500 8lug 14 bolt semi floater with 4.10 gears and g80, what fluid do i need for the rear end And do i need a additive because of the g80? If so what is it called? Also what is the best gasket for the rear end?

 

[GMCJeff]

here's my dumb question: Can you swap out 5 lug axles for 6 lug axles ( 95 2WD RCSB) ?
Reason being... Wheel and tire options for the 5x5 are sparse for cheapskates like me I really want to go upt to 18 or 20" wheels.. I also know that somebody makes a 6 lug front brake hub swap. Thanks in advance, Jeff

 

[Doogiedoogster000000]

I am afraid this question my be too dumb for this thread.

I have a noise that almost sounds like air being let out of a bike tire from the passenger side of the engine compartment that I can hear after I shut the engine off. I am wondering if anyone can point me in the right direction? Thanks

 

[CW73]

I am afraid this question my be too dumb for this thread.

I have a noise that almost sounds like air being let out of a bike tire from the passenger side of the engine compartment that I can hear after I shut the engine off. I am wondering if anyone can point me in the right direction? Thanks

Not really an axle question.. but it's most likely your AC pressure equalizing. This is especially noticeable on pre-96 modles.

 

[CW73]

I have a 1996 chevrolet silverado k2500 8lug 14 bolt semi floater with 4.10 gears and g80, what fluid do i need for the rear end And do i need a additive because of the g80? If so what is it called? Also what is the best gasket for the rear end?

I have the same rear.. 4.10, Gov-loc, semi 9.5. I run non synthetic 80w 90 no additive. Felpro gasket. Works great for me.

 

[Doogiedoogster000000]

Not really an axle question.. but it's most likely your AC pressure equalizing. This is especially noticeable on pre-96 modles.

Wrong thread. I need to quit having a million tabs open. Thanks for the info!

 

[CW73]

Wrong thread. I need to quit having a million tabs open. Thanks for the info!

Anytime

 

[RoJo2]

Forgive me if this has been asked before... I made it to post 24 of 660ish before I just decided to ask.

I’m about to install a Truetrac in a JY SF 14 bolt. Once I open it up I’ll know more about the condition of the rear gears but what I was wondering is opinions on whether I should buy all new bearings and seals or just change the diff and let it eat? I don’t plan on changing gear unless it’s broke and from what little I’ve messed with it, I don’t believe it is. I guess... what am I risking by not replacing everything but the gears and axels?

Thanks,
Rob


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[CW73]

You'll have to use new carrier bearings, but if the pinion and axle bearings are good I'd run them. 9.5s are pretty robust. I put an 03 HD 9.5 rear in my 98.. swapped in a used 4:10 gear set and cut the Gov-loc weight. The bearings looked great. Been running it a couple years now. I'm kinda a cheap ass though lol

 

[FarmTrok]

Is it possible for me to put a 98 K1500 rear end (the whole thing) on my 92 C1500? I know the K1500 is wider but will it all still bolt up? Anyone done this before? Im trying to do a 5 lug to 6 lug swap and have a K1500 rear end already.