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98' Ram 1500 2WD 5 to 6 lug conversion.

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Old Oct 3, 2010 | 05:01 AM
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Default 98' Ram 1500 2WD 5 to 6 lug conversion.

Hey guys so I was wondering if it would be cheaper to get hub adapters to go from the 5x5.5 pattern to 6x5.5 pattern?Or change out the axles?If an axle swap is it then how do I do it?
 
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Old Oct 3, 2010 | 09:19 AM
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What's the motivation here? Got a good deal on some six lug wheels?

For the rear, just changing the axles/drums would probably be adequate to the task, the front, however, is going to be a bit more problematic...... Might be able to fab something up using GM parts.... but, I don't think that GM had any six lug two-by's either...... Redrill the rotors/hubs? Probably rather expensive. (not that axles and drums are going to be "cheap", unless you get them used....)
 
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Old Oct 3, 2010 | 10:49 AM
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I actually have a set of six hole rims I got for free from an uncle of mine.They have 35" BF Goodrich A/Ts on them.I know people who do fab work so it's no problem.
 
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Originally Posted by JediSky671
I actually have a set of six hole rims I got for free from an uncle of mine.They have 35" BF Goodrich A/Ts on them.I know people who do fab work so it's no problem.

Sell the rims, put the $ towards a set of 5 lug.
 
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Old Oct 3, 2010 | 06:59 PM
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Originally Posted by pcfixerpro
Sell the rims, put the $ towards a set of 5 lug.
Nuff said, +1
 
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Old Oct 4, 2010 | 12:53 AM
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Originally Posted by 03neonSE
Nuff said, +1
Alright guys I will probably sell or maybe look for a trade for some 5lugs.I'm sure someone is looking for a set of 6 lugs.
 
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