6 lug Conversion

Discussion in 'Suspension/Chassis' started by one2sho, Jul 4, 2017.

  1. one2sho

    one2sho Newbie

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    Hi, I was wondering if anyone has or knows how to perform a 6 lug conversion? My truck is a 2wd toyota & I want to change it to a 6 lug toyota pattern.. Any input will be greatly appreciated.. Thanks..
     
  2. Perkolator

    Perkolator Toyotaholic

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    WHY?

    6lug vs 5lug goes beyond just the # of lugs, the parts themselves are slightly different. I suppose though you could technically convert it.

    Easiest way is likely wheel adapters, but you need space and the right wheels to make it work. For an actual swap at a minimum you'd have to swap out your rear inner axles (but I'd do the whole housing).
    For up front i believe the spindles are the same between 2wd and 4wd so maybe you could simply swap out the hub assembly and get your lug conversion.
     
  3. White Trash

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    Spindles and wheel bearings are waaaaay different.

    Axle shafts can be swapped out back in some instances but an earlier rear axle from 79-85 is a better candidate although the completely different e brake setup would need to be sorter out.

    I've seen Mazda mini guys swapping toyota hubs onto their trucks to get the 5 on 4.5" b olt pattern so there is some crossover. I've seen guys wanting to do 6 lug 2wd before and it still doesn't make a shred of sense to me but hey, I don't have to deal with the headache. :ROFL:
     

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