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motordr · 11-19-2015, 08:49 AM

I am converting a 1934 rear axle assembly to Fit a 1932 Ford with the addition of the Columbia 2-speed option.
My question is, how have you shortened the torque tube? Options that I see are to either shorten it at the front or bell end or cut and weld closer to the scalloped flange.
I am thinking the flange end is better for alignment and strength due to the larger diameter of the tube. This involves relocating the wish bone bracket, but that has to be done anyway to orient the speedo turtle correctly.
What has worked best for you? Thanks, Ted

11-19-2015, 08:49 AM	#1
motordr Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Beamsville,Ontario,Canada Posts: 523	Torque tube modification I am converting a 1934 rear axle assembly to Fit a 1932 Ford with the addition of the Columbia 2-speed option. My question is, how have you shortened the torque tube? Options that I see are to either shorten it at the front or bell end or cut and weld closer to the scalloped flange. I am thinking the flange end is better for alignment and strength due to the larger diameter of the tube. This involves relocating the wish bone bracket, but that has to be done anyway to orient the speedo turtle correctly. What has worked best for you? Thanks, Ted