swapping GSL-SE axles into a '85 GSL rear end.

will it fit?

and also will i HAVE to install new seals for it not to leak?


thanks..

 

why does this always seem like a topic no one wants to touch? but to help you i've found info all over the place about this after searching, i think one thread i read said it should be a direct swap?????not sure tho, good luck and if you do it, write a how to with pics and what not

 

i THINK the gsl-se axles are longer so youll have to swap the whole rear end

 

I put GSL-SE axles in my 1984 GSL, and they just swapped in directly. There is definitely no difference in length. I put the 2nd gen hubs and brakes on mine, and I got a set of GSL-SE rear axles and had them redrilled for the 5 bolt pattern. The GSL-SE is 4 holes on 4 1/2 inch circle, the 2nd Gen is 5 holes on 4 1/2 inch, so I was able to use one existing hole and drill 4 new holes. My brake conversion is detailed on this page:

www.cardomain.com/ride/646433

 

sweet, thx man. did the seals leak any afterwards?

also what sort of retainers does mazda use? never been inside one

 

The seals are cheap. Just buy two new ones instead of trying to cheap out.