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  1. Recovry4x4

    Dually conversion done simple on the cheap.

    For what it's worth I've done 3 chassis cab conversions and on each one, I took the Detroit NoSpin out of the original rear and installed it in the c/c axle.
  2. Recovry4x4

    Dually conversion done simple on the cheap.

    For what its worth, the cost of a Detroit NoSpin for a 70HD is nearly twice the cost of one for the 14B.
  3. Recovry4x4

    Dually conversion done simple on the cheap.

    It has GM shock mounts but they have been reinstalled upside-down.
  4. Recovry4x4

    Dually conversion done simple on the cheap.

    Chassis cab axle is also rated at 10,000#. Tube diameter on the C/C axle is 3.5". I'm no detractor of the 70HD, it is brutally strong but I appreciate and prefer the design of the 14B with it's 3rd pinion bearing and much cheaper cost of a locker. Were I to build a regular dually pickup, I...
  5. Recovry4x4

    Dually conversion done simple on the cheap.

    Yes, dually front hubs GTG.
  6. Recovry4x4

    Dually conversion done simple on the cheap.

    Ah, in front of a computer now so let me shed a little extra light on the subject. There are several ways to go about this but here are some details you might consider. Firstly, the Dana 70HD. This axle was used on all of the dually pickups from 73-86 and the 87-91 R/V series trucks. When...
  7. Recovry4x4

    Dually conversion done simple on the cheap.

    I've done a few now including the one in my avatar. How are your fabricating skills? The short answer is, yes you can use both axles but it's not as easy as it sounds. Do you plan on keeping the existing bed? There are 2 different width dually rears. Post up your plans and I'll try to detail...
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