rockinhorse 45 #1 Posted April 29, 2011 More questions The front Axel on a 1960 400 suburban is it pined the same way as the axles on the C series tractors? is the pin that holds the Axel to the frame the same size ? I think it's 3/4"? Are the axles the same thickness at the pin area? Are the axles hard to find and expensive ? The front rims on 400 what size are they? Wanting to build a rat rod i like the looks of the 400 axles. If you have any close-up pics that would help alot. thanks again Karl \flat rock,in. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jimt1971 236 #2 Posted April 29, 2011 Hello, the early tractors cross pin is smaller. But you can always modify anything. Jim Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kelly 1,028 #3 Posted April 29, 2011 This is a 400 front axle, with custom made spindles, I had to drill it out to 3/4" and shim the back as it's not as thick. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rockinhorse 45 #4 Posted May 1, 2011 This is a 400 front axle, with custom made spindles, I had to drill it out to 3/4" and shim the back as it's not as thick. thanks kelly I have been looking at your tractor for some ideas. The pics helped a lot. Do you have any pics of the spindles you made . I hope someday i can have a tractor that looks half as good as yours. It's always interesting to see the ideas that come up on here every day. Karl flat rock ,in Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TT-(Moderator) 1,129 #5 Posted May 2, 2011 I also started with a 400/550/401/551 axle but used the OEM spindles. The original pivot location was OK to start with....... but I wanted mine to sit lower, so I drilled the pivot hole higher and cut off the "extra" later: After the tractor was drivable, the lack of caster (was actually negative) made it weave & wander and it was a bit uncontrollable at higher speeds. I cut the front plate completely out of the frame, (1970 Charger) heated & bent the rear plate forward at the bottom, and fitted & welded the front plate at the matching angle: It's not the prettiest, but I gained the needed positive caster: Because I used low profile rear tires, the rake is not as prominent as the other "chop & drop" jobs you'll see - but it's the look I was after. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rockinhorse 45 #6 Posted May 2, 2011 Thanks TT you guys have made your tractors look good. Have a c frame coming soon. Still looking for front axle but i will find one ? thanks for pics always helps to see what you are talking about. Where can you find small rims at like you and kelly have. Both look good on the tractors. thanks Karl flat rock in. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kelly 1,028 #7 Posted May 2, 2011 Mine are from a 1970 or 71 Rupp mini bike, I think TT's are for a go kart, but I will let comfirm. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TT-(Moderator) 1,129 #8 Posted May 2, 2011 My (Astro) wheels are from Azusa Engineering and are predominantly used on karts and mini-bikes. The front tires are designed for use on "pocket bikes" and were found HERE. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
