Changing Lug Pattern 6x139.7

[ShoeSlinger]

I am needing new axles all the way around and am considering going with a 6x139.7 lug nut pattern to have more 17" wheel options. New build so I need new wheels/tires anyways. I am assuming the biggest downside is having to redrill rotors when they need replacement unless Wilwood has an existing option). Any other issues that I am missing?

 

[Yeller]

If running stockish front brakes, it’s a hub change and rotor change in the front. The rear axle flange will need redrilled along with the brake drum or rotor. If it is a common disc brake conversions someone will offer them drilled already.

 

[ShoeSlinger]

If running stockish front brakes, it’s a hub change and rotor change in the front. The rear axle flange will need redrilled along with the brake drum or rotor. If it is a common disc brake conversions someone will offer them drilled already.

I am planning drum in the rear and they will probably last longer than I will. Seems like an easy conversion.

 

[Broncobowsher]

Check if your new wheel option has a large enough center hole to fit over the front wheel bearing. That is usually the big hang up that will stop you in wheel choices

 

[Yeller]

Check if your new wheel option has a large enough center hole to fit over the front wheel bearing. That is usually the big hang up that will stop you in wheel choices

Easy fix for a machine shop.

 

[duffymahoney]

I think you buy kits for both now. Like bolt in

 

[ShoeSlinger]

I think you buy kits for both now. Like bolt in

Duffy, you mean axle and brake kit or just brake kit from Wilwood that has the new pattern? Wilwood looks like they have a bolt on option for the front and I will just redrill the drum rear.

 

[Yeller]

Redrilling drums is pretty simple, they are hub centric so the holes just have to be close.

 

[duffymahoney]

Duffy, you mean axle and brake kit or just brake kit from Wilwood that has the new pattern? Wilwood looks like they have a bolt on option for the front and I will just redrill the drum rear.

No I meant kits for the knuckles and rear end for the bolt pattern. You have wilwood fronts and drum rears?

 

[ShoeSlinger]

No I meant kits for the knuckles and rear end for the bolt pattern. You have wilwood fronts and drum rears?

I haven't purchased anything yet. I have the 9" and D44 stripped down and am getting ready to start. I have more parts sitting around than time.

 

[dmoses42]

Don't they make wheel spacers/adapters to give a different bolt pattern? I thought they were out there anyway.

 

[ShoeSlinger]

Don't they make wheel spacers/adapters to give a different bolt pattern? I thought they were out there anyway.

Yes but not really the best for long-term or hard use. Coyote build and I doubt if I will be easy on it.

 

[Broncobowsher]

Can you find the right offset without spacer/adapters?

 

[ShoeSlinger]

Can you find the right offset without spacer/adapters?

In a 6x139.7 I can. The 5x5.5 options are dropping every year.

 

[dmoses42]

Super Duty axles? Plenty strong and plenty of wheel options...