# of axle splines in an E-body stocker

[GallopinGhost]

Thanks for the replies.

Well gents, getting the prices together really made this a no brainer. To "fix" my 8.75 will cost $1300 not counting my labor. I'd have to buy a spool/axle package, back brace, bearings, yoke, R&P, wheel studs, carrier caps w/needed machining according to mark williams website.

For a new rear end, components are: pro gear, 5/8 studs, spring pads welded, cast yoke, spool, axles. may go with a forged yoke though.

Strange: $2000, free shipping until end of yr.
Moser: $2400, + 225 shipping.

So for another $700 I get an assemble dana delivered. Just need to pick a gear ratio before I can order. Either 4.88 or 5.13. Motor package isn't figured out yet, but I think the 4.88 would be a safe start. Suggestions ????

[Myron Piatek]

4.88 would be a "safe" start.

I'm a small block guy and have seen many auto trans 3.58 stroke 360's favoring a 4.88 while the 3.31 stroke 340's like a 5.13 in Stock. Your 383 has a 3.375 stroke, so 4.88 should be safe and later determine if the engine and valvetrain can handle a 5.13. There are always 92.5" and 94" circumference slicks to experiment with as well as radials which will raise the rpms due to limited growth. But it wouldn't surprise me if a couple combos may go a step further. That's my theory and 2 cents worth. Now I'm curious if someone can confirm my theory.

See if you can find any Moser dealers in you area. Might get a better deal than buying direct. I lucked out to have a driveline place here in Daytona who also do my driveshafts. Or ask about "price matching"!