jimbos76cj
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I was given a M416.. its a 66 model and in pretty decent shape. It may need a new floor but that will come down the road. I plan to pull it behind my CJ so the 5.5 lug pattern is perfect but with using the wider rims and tires it seems there will be a fitment issue. Ive read alot where spacers seem to be the answer but I REALLY dont like using them. I want to keep the parking brake so it seems that a new axle will not work. Ive bult a few jeeps that Ive stretched the frames on so it just seemed like a natural choice to lengthen the axle. I figured 6" in the middle would give me the extra width I need, keep the 5.5 pattern and allow me to extend and reuse the stock parking brakes. All my searching and I have not come across any one who has done this with thier axle.. Any reason why? I know i have to move the spring mounts also. This is my first one so any input would be great.
Heres a pic of her. She came with 3 spare tires and rims and a box full of amber lenses. Once I get the new rims and tires on it Ill more then likely post the other up for sale.
Heres a pic of her. She came with 3 spare tires and rims and a box full of amber lenses. Once I get the new rims and tires on it Ill more then likely post the other up for sale.