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axle swap question by 86soon3.4
Started on: 10-14-2013 10:05 PM
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Last post by: jb1 on 10-15-2013 08:33 PM
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Has anyone ever cut new snap ring grooves in their axle shafts to shorten them up?

I am doing a V-8 swap and the drivers side axle is about 1/2 to 3/4" too long.
I think if I cut new snap ring grooves in further on the shaft I can achieve what I need.
I know they are hardened and will use a lathe and an abrasive cutting wheel.

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I can't see any problem, you may want to cut the same amount off the end so it doesn't bind on anything, but if you have enough spline to go further in I would say to go for it. Larry
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I Will Attempt Tomorrow.


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Yes I had to cut new snap ring grooves and cut off 3/4" of the axle, pretty much exactly what you need.. was no problem at all..

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Cut New Snap Ring Grooves In The Drivers Side Axle Shaft And
Removed 1/4 To 1/2" From Each End.
It Turned Out Perfect!


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(series II swap in progress)
85GT Northstar/ 4t80e
86GT 3800 n/a
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