Recent content by tbr3

After measuring, the pattern is 5 on 4 1/2, and I was wrong about the width by 3/4 inch, cause the drum had slid out, so I don't think I'll need too much of an offset on the wheels, Photos to come if I can escape my pesky day job and get to work on this unit!..

Thanks for the wheel info, I will measure the bolt pattern and post when I can

Thanks, yeah I checked, it's not a Dana,its got the 3" tubes. It also measures approx 60 1/2 ", as opposed to my original 57 1/4" approx. I would need about 1 3/4" of wheel offset to make it work, sounds doable? I am not going to cut the fenders unless I absolutely have to, but I do want some...

I will need to re-measure to be doubly sure then, No I'm, not sure its not a DANA, would you know how to make a positive ID? Thanks!

Many thanks to all of you guys, I think I have everything I need, now I need to quit the pesky day job to find the time to do this, I'll post some pics when I go for it, Tom

Good idea, it doesnt look all that tough, but I am a rookie!

Thats really good info, I appreciate it. Anyone know where I might get the correct leaf spring mounts and spring pads? The original mounts are 2 1/2" (u-bolts/axle housing width) and the 8.25's are 3 1/8".. I doubt the parts stores would have them? I assume the older A bodies with bigger than 7...

Yes, they are within an inch from the backplates. Looks like I would need to move the perches to the bottom and move one of the offset shock mounts? Thats what I'm wondering about, do I cut them off with a wheel and just re-weld? Thanks

Hi Guys, Has anyone used a Cherokee 8.25 in an A body? Just wondering whats involved to do the swap? Thanks for any knowledge! Tom

Thanks, thats what I needed to know, I appreciate it! Tom

Woops my bad long day, I meant manifolds

Hi Guys, Does anyone know if 318 manifolds are the same as 360? I thought I read somewhere that they are interchangeable, but could not find it anywhere here on a search. I need a set of rear exits for my 64 Dart which has an 89 360 in it, and have a chance to pick up some free 318 rear...

Thanks guys

Hey Guys, Anyone know if a 8 1/4 from a 1/2 ton Dodge PU might fit my 64 Dart? Probably too wide? Any knowledge from someone whos done it or knows would be greatly appreciated!!! Tom

Cool thanks for the info!