I think you should try Yukon or Superior axle. Supperior axle claims 35% stronger then the factory axle. I don't see why the couldn't do a set in a shorter version for you with a 5 lug pattern. They should already have Blans for the Early 90's 454SS Trucks. respline is not that big of deal but welding plugs in makes me a little nervous. If you can't get new high performance alloy ones. I would get some of those and have them shortened I wouldn't be supprised if you could get them direct through superiour new and have them shortened to your needs... did you ask Mark Williams too?

 

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I will give them a call today, thanks man

 

I was thinking about giving them a try my self. I realy hope they can accomidate you.

 

Superior= No, every company has mention that plugged and redrill would NOT be any issue strength wise.

 

Well that sux.. I don't see why they can't get the early axles that are already 5 lug and shorten them for you...

 

superior doesn't do custom anymore. I can take theres and have those shortened and resplined which is what I may do.

 

this is kinda a shitty situation! hope everything works out for ya!

 

Man, No customer service these days, I tell Ya... Well keep us posted.

 

haha, I will probably send my stocks to be done for now, it's not that much $$ to respline so. We'll see, plus they keep telling me don't worry about the strength, it won't be any less than what they are now.