What rear end does a S10 have?

Chevrolet S10 models generally use the GM 7.5-inch rear differential, however, certain models were equipped with the GM 8.5-inch differential. Both differentials were available as limited slip, positraction differentials.

What year S10 has 8.5 rear end?

According to Chevy High Performance, the 7.5-inch was standard until 1993, when the previously optional 7.625-inch became standard. 1995 and newer S-trucks equipped with the high-output V6 were equipped with the 8.5-inch rear end.

Will a Camaro S10 rear end fit?

The gears from the Camaro rear end will fit the S10 rear end, but the spool will not. The S10 rear end will have 30 spline axles and the Camaro rear end has 28 spline axles, unless someone has upgraded it to 30 splines. You will have a much stronger rear end with the 30 spline axles.

How wide is S10 rear end?

Finding a good rear end for your project: S10 2WD’s have a drum to drum mounting width of 54.5″ which is perfect for a T-Bucket with larger back wheels. The Blazer and 4WD models have about 4.5-5″ more overall width and works well for 26 and newer fender-less roadsters, and 23 style T’s with narrower rear wheels.

How can you tell the difference between a 7.5 and 8.8 rear end?

The top and bottom of the 7.5-inch gasket are straight with rounded sides. The 8.8-inch gasket has flat sides, top and bottom, with rounded corners.

What rear end is in a 91 s10?

the stock rear end is a 28 spline 7.5″ 82-93 have a 26 spline.

Can you use the rear end of a Chevy S-10?

It is possible to use just the axles, ring, and pinion from an S-10 rear end with some changes to different bearings. Instead of using the whole rear end from an S-10, you can also just use the axles from an early ’80’s 2wd S-10 Youcan only use 2-wheel drive Chevy S-10 and Blazer axles for a 5-lug upgrade.

What kind of axle does a GM S10 have?

Quick Performance Custom Built GM S10 9 Inch Housing & Axle Package. This has been designed to replace the original rear end housing and is compatible with the stock style leaf spring rear suspension on a GM S10 Truck.

What to do with rear end of S-10 H body?

If the backlash is off (.005″ – .008″ with used gears) you will need different shims. Subtract the amount you need (in backlash reduction) from the right shim to move the ring gear deeper into the pinion. BE SURE to add this SAME AMOUNT to the opposite shim. You MUST maintain the preload on the side bearings.

What kind of housing does a GM S10 use?

This has been designed to replace the original rear end housing and is compatible with the stock style leaf spring rear suspension on a GM S10 Truck. The basic housing comes with new universal style Mopar leaf spring perches, a re conditioned stock 9 inch housing center piece, new 3″ DOM 3/16″ walled axle tube and re conditioned housing ends.