Axle ID info

[crashradius]

Hi everyone
im new here I just got a 1963 c1200 4x4. Im trying to get it together as it is going to be my daily driver. I have ordered a lineset ticket but it is 4-5 weeks away. I believe the front axle is a large knuckle d44, the rear is a mystery, I need brakes bearings seals, a.s.a.p. Can anyone id the rear from the photos and if possible provide part numbers for the above items. So the local parts shop can use them or on line if the parts are cheaper. I will have manuals and parts books soon, cant afford it yet and unfortunately it need to run sooner than I will have books or lineset info.
Thank you crash

 

[Michael Mayben]

Welcome to ihon!

Your rear axle is either a model ra15 (code14015) or an ra20 (code14020), without a lineset it's difficult to tell 'em apart...and...it May be equipped with a "no-spin" limited slip differential also.

That axle set was actually manufactured under license by ihc, kinda unusual as they "bought out" most drive axles. I believe it's based on the old timken axle design, I'm certainly not knowledgeable about these axles as we rarely deal with 'em..

These rear axles feature a "drop out" design differential assembly, meaning the entire third member can be removed and worked with on the bench. It also features a full floating hub/axle system.

The brake set on those rigs can also be very difficult to deal with. You most likely will need to have the existing shoes re-lined by a friction materials shop, and they should also have correct (or be able to find) the correct wheel cylinder kits or complete wheel cylinders for use in rebuilding the brakes. This is truck stuff and you will not find brake components inna typical auto parts jobber unless they have been in business for many years, have old folks working the counter that know how to use paper, and specialize in light/medium duty truck parts.

The wheel stud pattern is what we refer to around here as the "big six". If...the brake drums can be re-surfaced and kept within limits, then they are really a powerful set. But locating replacement brake drums could prove futile though there are some workarounds out there if ya know what to look for and have the workaround drums re-drilled.

That rig May also be equipped with a "hydro-vac" type power brake system. We need more information if that is the case.

Without suitable parts and service manuals for this rig, you are going to struggle with component identification. In some cases we do have experience with the component-level service of some areas. But we simply must know how that truck is equipped to be of much help. Good, clear pics of the engine bay, will also be needed to positively help ya make an id of components.

 

[crashradius]

Thank you michael
do you have any suggestions on where to get the shoes relined?

 

[Michael Mayben]

thank you michael
do you have any suggestions on where to get the shoes relined?

Don't know where you are located!

I have two major sources in the eugene, or area that do this work for me. I personally use friction materials in eugene. The other source is "ott's" but I don't deal with them myself as they tend to not offer the level of service I receive from friction!

Do a yellow pages lookup in your area for "friction material" and see what ya can kick up. These folks rebuild brake components, clutch systems, etc. Every day for the over-the-road truck crowd, materials handling equipment, local delivery operations, industrial facilities, etc.