Hotcuda

Hi guys new here I have an '01 3500 CTD dually I was seriously considering switching to a single wheel. Would just like some suggestions and has anyone here done that I heard I only need to switch the front end hubs and rotors. Thanks for all input.

johnh

all you need is 2500 wheels ( i used '04 17 inch wheels) and a 2500 bed '94 to '02, and any tire you want......i used dealer take offs..........if you want pics pm me

BigDave12768

Looks stupid with the hubs hangin out. Dont do it

bakdoor

That looks pretty sweet. But here's my question: at this point, what really is the difference between your 3500 (that now looks like a 2500) and my 2500 from the factory? I thought the axles were the same between a heavy duty 2500 and a 3500 with the exception of the dual wheel feature? Or is your 3500 single wheel still rated to tow/haul more than my 2500?

Just curious, 'cause I thought the only difference was the duallies.

slor1de

Just unbolt the dual wheel adapter on the front, quick and simple. Dually rear axle on 2nd gen's have a little width difference from single wheel but i beleive its less than 3/4", nothing to worry about also. I've gone from single to dual but swapped axles to go to a dana 80.

johnh

here's the difference....bigger drum brakes = wider axle

Hotcuda

Thanks guys was just curious about the front was told I had to get adapter hub buy a dealer parts guy but as usual just after money I thought.

Hotcuda

Yeah uhm I have 4 wheel discs is axle still wider?

Floorman

the rear axle is wider period i have done this you have to swap it out i swapped to a dana 80 from a 96 5spd . all you have to do in the front is remove the spacers and the factory aluminum wheels fits. the truck does loose some weight towing because the 2 extra wheel are gone. she is taller and looks better than a 2500 in my opinion. im running 315 and i love it