2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission Axle trouble can i swap 3/4 to 1 ton

[szabik]

I have a 1999 3/4 ton 4x4 ext cab. There is a grinding niose in the rear axle could be inner bearings. I'm towing a 14,000 lb camper and would like to have the 1 ton axle. Do i have to swap out the front also? Is this something i can do without spending a million to do it? Will the brakes be compatable with my master cylinder? Can i keep my axle and improve the guts? HELP the BLUE OX is down for the count any info would be great.

 

[tp0d]

If your truck is disabled, might want to post this in the 'Truck 911' forum



Sorry, but I cant be of help with the axle situation. Have you priced a differential rebuild yet? Might be all that you need.



good luck



-j

 

[KHelfrich]

front axle are the same all have a dana 60 the rear has either a dana 70 or and 80 all 3500 have the dana 80 and 2500's have the 70 if it is an auto and an 80 if it is a 5 speed you can swap an 80 from a 2500 into one that had a 70 and as fara s i know all you have to do is shortne your rear drive shaft 1. 25-1. 5 inches



ken

 

[szabik]

Can i swap the drive shaft and the dana 80 from a 2500 5speed to 2500 auto without cuting and grinding. thanks Steve