Rear end Swap

Oct 29, 2003 2 Replies

I have a 1990 GMC Sierra 1/2 ton pickup truck. Last winter, I was doing donuts, slammed into a very large curb side and bent one of my axle shafts and broke the steel rims that came with the truck. I replaced the axle shaft after that happened and noticed that when I go to brake, the brake pedal pulsates. I replaced the brake shoes, the drum and all the springs even the wheel cylinder. The brake pedal still pulsates. Someone told me that my rear-end needs to be replaced. I do have a rear end from a 1982 Chevy 1/2 ton that is collecting rust as I type. Is it possible to swap rear ends or is there anything that I should try before I attempt to change. The only thing I can think of would be the backing plate on the axle housing but other than that I am stumped. The reason I am bringing this up now is I haven't used my truck since the snow was gone last winter. I used my motorcycle which is now gone to pay for college. I appreciate all help anyone can give me.



thanks brendan


You can test if its the rear or front by using the park brake carefully and feel for the pulse while slowing down with it. If you feel the pulse with the park brake its the rear. But, the way you drive I would bet its the front rotors that are warped. :)

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