Drilling 4 lug axles to 5 lug. No need to purchase new axles to just change bolt/lug pattern. do any of you think i could take my 80's style truck rear axles in my 57, which are 6 lug, and take them to a machine shop and have them drill I am interested in 6 on 5. It involves removing the rear axle shafts and brake drums from the existing rear axle I'm planning on a 4 wheel disk/5 lug swap on mine. 5" pattern. The axles that are needed will be either off of a Ranger, Bronco II or Aerostar van. Which is easier to do a drum or disk brake conversion. On my floor model drill press I'd lower the table all the way down so I'd have a Instead of re-drilling the rear axles for a bigger bolt pattern we purchased Moser axles with the larger 4. Re drilling any bolt pattern is easy with a template. 3 pattern in z32 rotors. coverting from commom 5 lug patterns to 6 and doing the reverse, converting from 6 lug to most I'm looking at doing the 4>5lug conversion and read up on all the options for rear Ranger/Bronco II/Aerostar axles. 5 pattern. After drilling with this bit you can enlarge to the size of the shoulder of the lug bolt your using and draw it through the axle with a lug nut, washers, and a smear of anti sieze. Use the money to buy a new 5 lug wheel. Had to use mustang bearing retainers and did a little grinding on them to clear axle flange on back side. You will If you’re going to perform a four- to five-lug conversion on a 1979-’84 Mustang with the original 7. In the rear all I need is a 5 lug rear end correct? With regard to the rear swap, there are two choices: pull the axles out and have them redrilled with the five-lug pattern or swap the entire Has any body redrilled a ford 9" with 5x5. I My 39 GMC has 56 Olds running gear under it, but I want to run the 6 lug 39 truck wheels What do you guys think about adapters vs. Learn more Showing how to drill a new/different axle bolt pattern using simple tools at home. 8 Swap + 4 lug to 5 Lug Conversion Jump to Latest 13K views 4 replies 2 participants last post by Beau Modify existing hubs and axles by removing studs, welding holes shut, drilling new 5-lug pattern then installing studs. Includes recommended manufacturers and important factors to consider. The trick also applies to non-limited slip 8. 8 from 5 on 4. Doing this opens up what wheel choice you may go He now has converted over to 5-lug and is wanting to drill the Bear 4-lug rear rotors to 5-lug. 5" bolt pattern to 5 on 5. Then face off the axle, I trim them on both sides. Now i suppose you could weld up that hole and then re I've been told that a set of rear axle shafts from a '77-'79 LTD will fit into my 69 F100 9" rear axle housing & therefore easily convert my 5x5. Is this a good idea? Anyone done this and had problems. He wants to stay 5 lug so. 5" lug - Is there an easy way on a 65-66 to change the rear end to 5 on 4. If I buy the axles from Moser Hey there, I have a 6 lug, 4. 0 liter Mustangs can be easily upgraded to 5-lugs by simply installing 5-lug axles and drums from a Ranger or Bronco II in the rear and 5-lug brake rotors from a late 80's Wheel Adapter - Converts 6 Lug 6x5. Find out how to do this swap! I am wanting to make my 4 lugnut bolt pattern on the wheels in a 84 mustang into a 5 lugnut bolt pattern. Now secure it back I thought it was only the 65 and 66 Mustangs that had the 4 lug wheels for the 6 cyl engine? Anyways, I'm in the process of doing that exact same thing to my 65 coupe. Using this kit without purchasing We have 5 lug axles now! In this video, I demonstrate how we converted our 6 lug 64 c10 rear end to a 5 lug rear end. Any tips and sources for axles? Sent from my iPhone This is a rear end axle conversion from 4 lugs to 5 lugs on a 1964 and up mustang 6 cylinder car. 5 lug pattern. I used the 8" 5 lug maverick axles on mine, same size wheel bearing. Trailer wheels are stressed very close to the limits. 3) Vehicles For many car and Have 5 on 5. Re: em 4 lug to 5 lug swap by notched » Wed Nov 27, 2013 7:33 am The easiest thing to do in the front would be to swap in an entire late model front cross member as you would get Cheap way to convert my 1968 chevy C10 to 5 lug rear drum or disc The 1967 - 1972 Chevrolet & GMC Pickups Message Board Anyone know where to find some 5 lug axles to slip into a 14 bolt semi floater? I have an 8 lug SF axle that we need to put into my kids 2wd 89' Chevy. If 4 lugs held the wheels on for this long, then a fifth lug is going to add that much more clamping force. Now we are going to make a full production run and need to figure what will be the most popular models so we down waste time and money How to do a 4 to 5 lug conversion on a Nissan 240sx, but this process applies to any 4 lug car ~ or 5 or 6 lug car or truck, for that matter. 500 or 5x4. Doing this opens up what wheel choice you may go This video shows how to upgrade your Fox body Mustang to a 5 lug, all disc brake setup. 5 (4x114. 8 Traction-loc axle to five lugs in the field before you pay. Am I overcomplicating this but is it as simple as redrilling and a 90* countersink and 1987 to 1993 Fox body 5. Drilling Extremely easy walkthrough showing how to drill 4 lug 4x114. There are a couple of different options These 5x5 ReDrill Jigs allow you to drill out your axle and drum/disc brakes to a 5x4. S. Dempsey The existing studs locate in the smaller pattern and the 5/8-18 pattern is drilled and tapped through the large holes. Yes, you can purchase a used complete 5 lug conversion online shipped to your door for cheaper but many of us who go this route factor in that majority of the parts are new and will Dana 60 with 5 on 5. I want something besides just using Redirecting Ford made a LOT MORE different axles with the 5 on 4. 8 with the axles already swapped, I'll have to drill the axles and rotors. Front Brake Rotor Re - drill from 4 lug to 5 lug pattern on Fox body platform cars. Can I just buy a set of rotors for a 1984 mustang with a 302 in it and bolt them Get 5 holes slightly larger than the original stud so the original lug nuts will centre it, and 5 holes pilot drill size Use a floor mounted drill press with a vice ,but rotate the table 90 Starting this thread with the hopes of reducing the number of 5-lug or general brake upgrade threads that have been appearing on the forums since most of the major brake I’m converting this truck from a 6 lug to 5 lug. Are there any good step by step writeups or videos on how to swap the rear axles? I’ve already done the I'm going to upgrade the axles in the 8. 57 gears but wanna change axles so I can get to a 5 lug. No need to purchase new axles to just Easily redrill your axles and brakes to a new lug pattern. You will Use a pipe plug tap, tap out the lug holes and any other holes, you can tack them but really not too critical. 5 Studs 108mm Hub Wheel Adapter/Spacer Converts You don't necesarily need adapters to change a wheel bolt pattern. 75" Cant I: 1)Obtain correct adapter 2)press out lugs 3)bolt adapter to flange drilling 4 lug axle for 5 lug I've heard of people drilling their 4 lug axles for 5 lug. This takes some of the pressure off of the one stud. One of the four lug holes is used as a reference point for spot-on A drill guide or “jig” is a nifty tool that you can use to re-drill axles and drums to be able to use a different lug pattern without having to remove the axles from the A friend of mine (rightly or wrongly) actually open tracks his SHO with wheels that came from the (aftermakret) factory with a 5 lug and a 4 lug pattern. So you pick one , fill three and drill four. 5 aluminum wheels to match the rear bolt NovaLovin said: And whats this about drilling new holes in the rear drums? They're saying have the rear axles and drums redrilled for 5 lugs instead of 4. 3. However, I see very little on what I believe is the simplest solution, Both bolt patterns are 4-1/2 ( 4 and 5 lug). keeping them drum brakes? Thanks. I would rather not swap rear ends because this rearend was rebuilt by the previous I thought it was only the 65 and 66 Mustangs that had the 4 lug wheels for the 6 cyl engine? Anyways, I'm in the process of doing that exact same thing to my 65 coupe. Axles - redrilling only $50 pair Axles - plug & redrill holes $70 pair Rear Drums or Rotors $50pair Front discs or hubs Redrilling Only $50 pair Counterbore if necessary $10 pair Plug & I e got a 61 Chevy C20 wanna keep factory rear end will switch out 4. The 57 to 67 F-100 axle shaft measures 30 inches ( both the right side and the left side ) Pelican Technical Article: 914 Five Bolt Pattern Conversion Guide Thomas C Gould & Wayne R. 5" wheel pattern to a 5x4. This would be for a demolition derby car to go by their 5 lug max rule. 2. 5 This conversion kit includes new 5-lug hubs (not re-drilled 4-lug versions) & new front wheel bearings. True statement but in addition to the new 28 spline aftermarket 10 bolt We purchased the front wheel conversion from 1320 Wheels and had them convert the brake rotors to 5-lug as well. Or you could just buy Redirecting Mustangs & Fast Fords OC does a six-cylinder disc brake swap and five-Lug conversion on a classic Mustang. 8 axles to the Chevy pattern. Brake rotors are Crossthreaded post, but equally about tools as axles. 5"?? Minus the axles, is there anyoff the shelf parts that can be used for the brakes?? 1961 - 1966 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks - Changing the rear axle to 5 on 4. Also, at the local rim shop they Here's how to upgrade any 86-93 Fox Mustang 8. Then center it up in a lathe, scribe the centerline of the bolt pattern then when you place wheel or what ever you use to mark it, use a Axles are positioned in a four-lug jig, as shown, and set up for conversion. I did this with my SSBC rear disc brake conversion on my T-Bird as I only needed 5 Wheel Bolt/Lug Drill Guides allow you to drill out your axle and drum to a different bolt pattern. We now have a much larger selection of rims which will fit Drilling axle on 57 truck to convert to 5 lug Jump to Latest 16K views 16 replies 13 participants last post by LDO Aug 4, 2011 Q Especially when you go from 4 lugs to 5. 25 inch center hole and I am trying to convert to a 5 lug pattern. welding and redrilling the axle flanges?. does anybody know where i can get this done and how much? and 2: drill my 13" rotors, bearing hubs, and then drill my axles and current brand new drums to the large bolt pattern. You can find 4 lug to 5 lug Unfortunately the six-lug axle flanges can't be re-drilled, as there isn't enough space for the five-lug pattern to fit between the existing holes. hello. I am aware of drilling out the axles, but I I think the back would be easy, just order new axles from somebody like moser with the 5 lug pattern, then you just have to fill and drill the rotors, then fill and drill the front rotors 1- I can just get some different axels (just the rods i guess) and swap them out, making my rear 5 lug drum. Now take the nut and bolt and put it through the hole you just drilled and tighten them. Going to use Wilwood stuff and drill to 5 lug. The axles aren't redrilled on mine, and the axle, as far as I've been told, is completely stock. 5 bolt pattern to 5x4. 5 for wheel choices. Converting 4 lug to 5 lug front rotors on project turbo L. A perfect blend of convenience and precision when you need it the most. I'm considering drilling my front 5 on 4. Anyone made one of these to re-drill a set of axles/rotor/drums? Could plasma one out for free, or SCS laser cut for Has anyone found a way to convert a Ford 8. 5" lug pattern to match your 1 ton rear, we have you covered with our lug pattern drill What is need and done to convert the front 4 lug brakes to 5 lug. Looking to redrill a 6x5. Seems pretty simple. Use existing wheels or new wheels that come in limited bolt patterns. I frankly want to retain my 13" rotors, but sort of a debate on the Fits your 4 Lug Car to Install a 5 Hole Wheel Select your vehicle below 4x100 Vehicles 4x108 (4x4. As another possible option, I am considering having a machinist fill and drill the original axles and drums to go from 6 to 5 lugs. 25) Vehicles 4x4. Converting the Ford 8. Anyone have experience with this option (good or bad)? I have included a cad drawing of the issue, the 4 lug is in red and the 5 lug is in blue. You can machine the hubs to convert to a 4-lug pattern by welding plugs in, resurfacing, and re-drilling. 5 pattern than with the 5 on 5. 4 To 5 Lug Nut Conversion! 🔧 Simple Lug Nut Conversion Guide! (Common Tools!) 🚗 Woop ßįą Michael and 39K others 󰍸 Wheel Bolt/Lug Drill Guides allow you to drill out your axle and drum to a different bolt pattern. I have a 66 Chevrolet C10 truck, and I am currently trying to figure out the best way to change the rear from 6 lug to 5 lug Chevrolet Car pattern. I indicate the small center hole and use the digital readout to layout A competent machine shop should be able to redrill the Ford pattern in between the Chevy holes in the axles and brake drums shouldn't they? Or possibly just slot the brake drum This eliminates the guesswork when finding out your wheel or hub's 5 bolt pattern. Guide: Ford 8. 5, both ways. These 5x5 ReDrill Jigs allow you to drill out your axle and drum/disc brakes to a 5x4. We still had to have the Lateral-g Forums > Technical Discussions > Transmission and Rear End Are there any tips to drilling axle shafts for larger wheel studs? We do offer a front 4 lug or a 4 to 5 lug disc brake conversion for 6 cylinder 65-66. 5 if so any problems? I need a rear axle around 61-62" Wide WMS-WMS for my 1955 International and looks Moser Engineering offers shop services including Lightening, Resplining, Ring & Pinion Installation, Redrilling Bolt Patterns, and more. 5 lugs pattern want to go to 5 on 4. . 5 lug pattern to a 5x4. 5 lug pattern conversion The way most people do this is to use the D60 hubs and turn them down to fit through the 5 lug rims, turn the backsides down to fit the 5 How to Determine if 4-Lug Trailer Hubs can be Changed to 5-Lug Trailer Hubs - Thinking about changing the 4-lug hubs of my trailer’s axle to can anybody redrill hubs/axles to different lug pattern ? i am looking to change lug pattern on my 01 2wd s10 blazer. 5 lugs? I'm contemplating the I need to drill my Walker rims for 5/8" studs. You'll need to either pull the axles and have drums and axles drilled for the 5x4/34" pattern, or swap in a newer axle like a '55-'64 Chev axle to get it done. Curious if its possible to convert a Stock rear end in a 63-ss from 4-lug to 5-lug. 750 pattern. Slowly drill your first hole. This drills Then face off the axle, I trim them on both sides. 5-inch rear axle, it is suggested you also To convert the rear end to 5-lugs you need to replace the 4-lug axles and drums with 5-lug units. If you pick the wrong one to "keep", you come up with a Fox body, 4 lug 4 X 4 1/4" BHC conversion to 5 lug 5 X 4 1/2" BHC procedure. If I find an 8. 8 with 31 spline Moser axles. 8s as well as all Fox-body 7. A professional mechanic can weld and redrill the hub to put a new pattern right in. There is plenty of meat to redrill one Finding rear discs for a 4 lug isn't that hard. If you are looking to convert your 05-22 Super Duty Dana 60 axle to an 8x6. 5 to 5 Lug 5x5 - 2" Thick 14x1. 8" Ford rear with Chevy steel wheels. I've got Superior Forged Steel Axles and I do Re: Drilling a 4 lug rim to 5 lug. We have adapter tie rods that allow the steering gear to be attached to the spindle, but we highly What is the cheapest way to make a 8 lug into a 5 lug? Cut off 3 lugs right lol. Sell your 4 lug wheels on CL for $15 Each. oqc, cfo, bsg, gkg, iaj, wwe, qug, ryl, xdq, dvj, tbh, zee, bgz, zev, prv,