1965 vs 1973 7.25” small bolt pattern axle

Syleng1 said
He means the axle bearing retaining plate holes. SN a 5 bolt will fit a 4 bolt. But not the other way around.
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A 7 1/4 axle with a 5 bolt retaining plate will not fit a 4 bolt housing. Bearings are a different size.