Chevy 700R4 Driveline and Axles

The 700R4 is a great choice when it's time to upgrade your classic car or truck with an overdrive transmission. Here's what you need to know about GM's famous 4-speed automatic.

Follow along as Jeff installs an early 700R4 transmission for the big block in his 1967 Chevelle. See how this unit is upgraded and converted to a later 30 spline style.

Dive into some of the history and unique differences between Ford and Chevy spindles for solid front axles and what will perform best on your hot rod.

With the coil-overs attached, it is now time to make the Chevelle rear whole again. Follow along as Jeff installs a 9" third member and spline axles with a few tips on axle lengths and bolt patterns.

In this tech article, we show you how to measure the working angles on your drive shaft to ensure long life out of your U-joints.

Follow along as we install a Pete Jackson Noisy Gear Drive on a Chevy 454. Learn about the installation process from Speedway Motors Street Tech Kevin.

The Speedway Motors Tech Team created a quick how-to on squaring the front axle of your open wheel race car.

In this Tech Tip, John answers a customer question about finding the right axle length for his 1931 Model A.

Jeff chooses Redline Radial Tires and black powder-coated steel wheels for his 1967 Chevelle. See how he installs the tires with some helpful tips along the way.

Jeff preps the rear end housing to secure the brake lines and shows how to fasten bolt-on brake line tabs on the lower trailing arm bracket. Follow along as he applies Wilwood Dynalite Calipers to his 1967 Chevelle.