Your 98 probably had a C clip 14 bolt, like my 2000 does. I can take a picture for reference if you want.

 

Never had it apart... so I would assume you are correct. My 98 Z71 was considered a "heavy" half ton... also had one more leafspring than did the "standard" Z71's. This was probably a prelude to the "1500 HD". I should have never gotten rid of that truck... in the 5 years I had it I went through 3 batteries and one alternator... thats it. Batteries don't last long down here in hell.

I actually never thought about the half ton 14 bolt as an option... certainly more beefy than the 10 bolt (G80) I have now. I was thinking about contacting Moser on perhaps a Dana 60 but that was WAY down the road. I may have to rethink my options (currently dreams). Right now I am seriously considering a 4L85 swap. I want to get the drivetrain setup and out of the way prior to adding more power. That means a better tranny... and MUCH better brakes. I'll probably slap in a Eaton diff if my G80 goes South too soon but I would rather only spend money on the diff once...

Bill

 

Here's a link to some pics I took, the top row is the axle stuff. The rounder diff is the C clip (I think) without the hub flanges. The diff with the more square housing has the black wheels and the hub flange.
http://s75.photobucket.com/albums/i311/Stoichiometric/

 

That's awesome news eric....How much power do you think you will put down with your new setup?

 

right on erik i definatley envy you!! now pretty please take it to the track for just one run!! PLEASE!!!!!!

 

Damn Chase! When did you hit the 12? That's still on 6.0, yah? and the old vortech? Niiiice.

 

congrats man keep us posted on the build!

 

We Need some pics!!! maybe you could P.M me your HP goal? lol I wont tell, one STS guy to another...

 

yeah . im going for 11's next time out. this is with an all stock motor no cam . just the vortech with 10 psi and 18's with streeet tires. im also doing a few little things that should net me some more time. hopefully the results are good.

 

PM me some info on the axles please I have been searching high and low for a six lug alloy axle for my 14 bolt.