[oletrucks] Re: What's the original width of a '53 1/2 ton differential?

[WR Teto <monadnoc@wgserv.crystal-mtn.com>]

Funny you should ask Jon.  I got all those measurements from my 53 1/2
ton, and the distance across from backing plate to backing plate was
approximately 55".  I don't suppose you're in my area (Massachusetts) as
I've got a complete rear end (actually 2 of 'em) that I'd be interested
in getting rid of.


Wally / Templeton, MA
53 3100



  I am wondering if the differential is too narrow.  Does
> anyone know
> the width, backing plate to backing plate, of  the original
> differential?
>


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