What size rear end is in a Chevy S10?

What size rear end is in a Chevy S10?

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.

What’s the width of a S10 rear end?

54-3/8″ wide from WMS-WMS (wheel mating surface) is what i’ve been told & the s10 4×4 are 60″.

Will a 350 bolt into a S10?

The Chevy 350 engine works extremely well in the S10 and GMC S15 chassis; if nothing else, even a bone-stock 350 is a sure 25 boost in horsepower and torque over the already fairly stout 4.3-liter V-6 engine.

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 do I identify my GM rear end?

All Chevrolet rear ends can be identified by comparing the gasket shape to an identification chart similar to the one found on Drivetrain’s differential identification page (see References). A visual chart of different GM/Chevrolet rear ends is found on Ring & Pinion’s differential types web page (see References).

How wide is a Chevy 10 bolt rear end?

The rear end on a chevy 10 bolt measures 10-15/16-inches wide by 10-5/8-inches tall.

How wide is a Camaro rear end?

MEASURED ACROSS WHEEL MOUNTING SURFACE

Year	Classic Vehicles	Width Rear
78 & up	Monte Carlo, Regal, etc. with 10 bolt axle	58″
68-72	Chevelle with 10 bolt axle
89	Trans AM (Disc brake)
76-80	Camaro / Firebird	60 ½”

Can you put a 350 in a 4×4 S10?

I would go with a tbi or Vortec 350 personally just for the ease of the swap. You can keep your A/C and 4wd, but you will need a special oil pan to clear the diff and your cooling system will need done correctly to handle the heat with the a/c.

How much does it cost to V8 swap a S10?

The average cost we’ve found, for a V-8 conversion and all of the parts necessary is between $3,500-7,500.

How much HP can a 10 bolt rear end handle?

Here’s what I’ve been lead to believe: 7.5” 10 bolt GM rear: It will take up to about 450 HP IF the axle tubes are welded to the housing and either a differential cover with preload bolts is installed or straps are installed over the carrier bearing caps along with longer bolts.

How do I identify my differential?

Without an ID tag, differentials are identified by the number of cover bolts, the distinctive shape of the cover, the number of ring gear bolts, and ring gear diameter. They can also be identified by whether the center section is an integral or dropout design.

Where is the rear end on a GM S-10?

Look under the rear of the vehicle. The rear end is centrally located between the rear wheels. On the back of the unit, count the number of bolts holding the inspection plate cover to the rear end housing. All three units have 10 bolts, as they are all variations of the GM Corporate 10-Bolt.

Where are the bolts on a GM S-10?

On the back of the unit, count the number of bolts holding the inspection plate cover to the rear end housing. All three units have 10 bolts, as they are all variations of the GM Corporate 10-Bolt.

Can a blazer rear end be swapped for a S10?

An older guy who has worked with s10’s almost exclusively since they came out told me the blazer rear ends were too short. Anyone know if this will work or not? A 4×4 Blazer rear end is 4″ wider than your’s. You need to find a rear end from a 2wd truck or Blazer.

How to know which S10’s have the 7.5 or 8.5 rear end?

7.5 or 8.5 10 bolt rear end? How do you know which s10’s have the 7.5 or 8.5 rear end? If you have stick shift or a ZR2, it should be 8.5″, otherwise it will be 7.5 Click to expand… didn’t it change to 7.625 in the eraly 90’s? they are the same. richmond gears shows them being the same size. Click to expand…