44 to 8 lug conversion

[texasxj]

kevin-responded to pm before i read post now that i think about it 10 bolts are pass drop-dumb***! anyway let me know about your 44 or the other chevy-would prefer chevy! thx

[eight]

There is no chevy driver drop.

[BigRedFord04]

been repacking my wheel bearings tonite and thought of another downfall of using chevy stuff...

chevy brakes use a bigger banjo bolt thru the line into the caliper. i just drilled out the fittings on the Ford lines, but had problems with it leaking shortly after the conversion. cant specifically remember what i did to fix it, probably just added another brass washer under the fitting at the caliper...but yeah...not really the RIGHT way to do it. it woulda cost another $40-50 for the two correct brake lines. no problems since then tho.

[redrod]

If you are interested, I have a mid 70's FORD HD 44,8 lug dual piston caliper,
FLAT-TOP knuckle axle that just might be for sale. Also the matching dana 60 rear.

[texasxj]

well i may be getting one from a 78 bronco(kevin doyle) but if yours is in somewhat good condition and set up for coils i may just take you up on the offer. already have a 14 rear so dont need the 60. thx

[BigRedFord04]

the HD axles are leaf spring....those outers would be nice tho

[texasxj]

would the outers bolt up to that 78 44

[aggiemudman]

what u want for the 44hd?

[BigRedFord04]

would the outers bolt up to that 78 44

yes. all 44s and 10 bolts...5, 6, and 8 lug alike....that i know of use the same ball joints. steering and brake modifications might be necessary depending on application.