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Old 07-10-2015, 03:53 PM   #7
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Default Re: Chrome 12 bolt housing?

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Originally Posted by Greg Reimer 7376 View Post
Not sure if a 12 bolt is really necessary in a U car. An 8.5" ten bolt with axles, web caps and a spool would probably be 90% as strong as the 12 bolt, and probably a bit lighter besides. Ever pick up a 12 bolt posi unit? If it's a G body, some of the Monte Carlo's and Malibus had them, and the Buick Gran Nationals. They might be getting rare by now,as well. If you get the 12 bolt, assuming it's an A body unit, QA-1 has upper trailing arms made to facilitate the swap pretty easily.Good luck on your project!
Greg, This is a 4200 wagon with a 307 motor..It just may need more than a 5.57 gear ratio in Phoenix, Vegas, etc.
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