Converting 8 lug to 6 lug??

[Johnson]

I have chevy 14 bolt with 8 lug in rear and chevy 10 bolt 6 lug in front. If and what is the best way to get them standered so I can have only 1 spare?

 

[paradisePWoffrd]

the best thing to do is just convert the front to 8 lug... very simple to do.... you can convert the back to 6 lug, but its alot more work, and prob alot more $$$

 

[thewagonmasternc]

the best thing to do is just convert the front to 8 lug... very simple to do.... you can convert the back to 6 lug, but its alot more work, and prob alot more $$$

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[Johnson]

Thanks what is the method to doing 6 lug to 8 lug?

 

[paradisePWoffrd]

well with a 10b you are going to need the 3/4 brake setup... that means youll need to change out the rotors/hubs and backing plates for some off a 8 lug d44 or 10b... both are interchangeable with your setup... the main thing you will prob want to look for, is that the new hubs have the same lockout style that you currently have (saves u a lil $), unless your plannin to get new lockouts anyways...

 

[Tetanus]

check this out for info....

http://coloradok5.com/8lugconversion.shtml

 

[Johnson]

Thnaks for your guys help the web site very good!

 

[Ricky B]

In your case I'd def go to 8 lug outers on the front but for those who are interested here's a link to some 6 to 8 lug adaptors. I just ordered some for my front end on my Z71 since I got a AAM 11.5 axle (the new 14 Bolt) I'm throwing under the rear. I'm sure some of the other IFS guys who want to upgrade the rear would be interested in these:

http://www.ezaccessory.com/Wheel_Adapter_6_Lug_5_5_To_8_Lug_6_5_p/6550-8650.htm

 

[Ron]

It will prolly be cheaper to find a complete 3/4 ton 8lug 10bolt axle.

I see these tossed regulrly for 2-400. whereas you will have that much PLUS labor to convert