S10 Drop Spindles

[impala68]

I just installed jegs 2" (Parts number 555 64020) drop spindles on my 78 Malibu. I cannot get the rotors back on due to the bearings being to small diameter. Can I purchase replacement bearings for the 80 Spindles and use them in the stock rotors? If yes will the brake caliper then still work also?

 

[V6UnderPressure]

Well considering the S10 used the same spindle/rotor as the G-bodies (later years) I would imagine all you need is a set of bearings for a mid 80's gbody. I am not sure if the rotors are the same. But just do a rock auto search on both vehicles to verify that. :wink:

 

[impala68]

Thanks

 

[GRIFF442]

I just went through this when a buddy's 78 El needed a new spindle. The spindles, brake rotors, and bearings are different on 78 as compared with the 79-87. If using S10 dropped spindles you will need new brake rotors and wheel bearings for 79-87 G-bodies, or in your case to keep SAE wheel studs 79-81 as later used metric lugs. All calipers, pads, brake lines, etc. will be the same.