[mopowers]

This is probably a stupid question. Can I use the stock shock mount plates when I put my 8 3/4 in? Originally had a 7 1/4. If not, what do I need to look for at the junk yard. Thanks.

 

[bOb shingler]

if the tubes are the same diameter in each of the housings, i don't see why they wouldn't work.

 

[Jim_Lusk]

The 7-1/4 had smaller tubes, so no they won't work.

 

[mopowers]

Yeah, I just went out and measured. 2 1/2" DAMN! looks like its time to go to pick n pull.

 

[Lars]

You should be able to get the plates off of any B, E, or C body with an 8 3/4.

 

[slow_motion]

Pretty much anything car-ish that has a 8 1/4, 8 3/4, or 9 1/4" rear end will have the plates you need. I need to procure aset for my truck so i can flip the axle on top of the spring to lower it some.

--chad

 

[Guest]

i just went through this today. finally ended up welding the holes on the old (7 1/4) plates and redrilling them. moved the holes 1/4" out and everything is good. i can take pics if you need.
sb