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chilly460

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I need to order some aftermarket axles for 63 Marauder.  None of the manufacturers list axles for this application which isn't surprising (although you see some strange applications out there like Tbirds and such). 

Anyway, it's not that big a deal to pull the axles, but with the large tires I run, have to pull the shocks and whatnot and to be honest I don't feel like pulling the axles just to measure them, then having the car down while the axles are being made.  Or putting it back together just to have to take it apart again when they arrive. 

So, anyone happen to have some stock axles around they can measure, or have the measurements on hand?   Maybe someone ordered axles and still has the order number and manufacturer so I can just call them up and reference it?

I realize this is a long shot and could just get off my ass and do it, but if info is readily available it would save some hassle. 

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Re: Long shot....anyone have specs for factory Galaxie/Marauder axles?
« Reply #1 on: June 18, 2014, 11:09:48 AM »
I have a pair of axles sitting out of my '62 Galaxie wagon.  If it's the same width, which I suspect it is, I can get those for you tonight.

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Re: Long shot....anyone have specs for factory Galaxie/Marauder axles?
« Reply #2 on: June 18, 2014, 02:03:43 PM »
I'd guess same too, but wondering if they use the big bearing axle bearings? 

Drew Pojedinec

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Re: Long shot....anyone have specs for factory Galaxie/Marauder axles?
« Reply #3 on: June 18, 2014, 02:21:48 PM »
I recently replaced the axles on my 63.5
Measured 20 times and they were still off 1/4inch on one side.
Best to measure them yourself

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Re: Long shot....anyone have specs for factory Galaxie/Marauder axles?
« Reply #4 on: June 18, 2014, 06:32:29 PM »
I just ordered from Travis at Dutchman about a month ago and they came out perfect. In fact I just ran it at the drag strip last weekend with no problems. They have the factory specs, and then can make any changes you want like spline count. Great price and fast service. I went with SR#177 in 31 spline. They even come with bearings and studs installed.

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Re: Long shot....anyone have specs for factory Galaxie/Marauder axles?
« Reply #5 on: June 18, 2014, 11:25:23 PM »
Thanks for the great info, appreciated.  I'll give them a call tomorrow.