Needed, 3.08 GM 12 bolt gear set

Dragsinger · 03-04-2009, 03:40 PM

A new, in the box GM 3.08 gear set is of course my first choice, however, I realize that is not a very realistic expectation.

My next choice is a real nice, used GM set. [when I say GM, I am referring to a factory, General Motors produced set]

This is for a Chevrolet 12 bolt, 1964 - 1972 year models. [car]

My last choice is a new, aftermarket set. Let me know what you have. Thanks

bobby · 03-04-2009, 04:40 PM

Just need to buy a set of new ones. they aren't as expensive as used ones.

http://www.richmondgear.com/07Apdfs/page28.pdf

Dragsinger · 03-04-2009, 06:09 PM

Bobby,

this is for a white glove, very fine street car and must be quiet. I my experience, many times a Richmond and other aftermarket gears while fine for racing are too noisy for such an application. The 3.73 gears in the car now are completely quiet and the owner will not be pleased with gear noise. [it is an original factory set]

Also, GM no longer has the 3.08 set. By posting here, I hope someone notices my need. There might be an OE gear out there some where.

bobby · 03-04-2009, 06:29 PM

Sorry about that. I have noticed that Richmond gears are noisy. what kind of car is it? Just curious.

Dragsinger · 03-04-2009, 07:42 PM

A very nicely done, 1969 El Camino with 396. The car is quite and smooth, just needs less gear. When I was young, I thought 3.73 was about right for the street. Now, [my age is 62] it feels like you need at least two more up shifts. [smile]

03-04-2009, 03:40 PM	#1
Dragsinger VIP Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Liberty City [East Texas] Posts: 1,760 Likes: 5 Liked 99 Times in 60 Posts	Needed, 3.08 GM 12 bolt gear set A new, in the box GM 3.08 gear set is of course my first choice, however, I realize that is not a very realistic expectation. My next choice is a real nice, used GM set. [when I say GM, I am referring to a factory, General Motors produced set] This is for a Chevrolet 12 bolt, 1964 - 1972 year models. [car] My last choice is a new, aftermarket set. Let me know what you have. Thanks __________________ Larry Woodfin 471W

03-04-2009, 04:40 PM	#2
bobby Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: League City, Texas Posts: 243 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Needed, 3.08 GM 12 bolt gear set Just need to buy a set of new ones. they aren't as expensive as used ones. http://www.richmondgear.com/07Apdfs/page28.pdf __________________ Next time wave all of your fingers at me.

03-04-2009, 06:09 PM	#3
Dragsinger VIP Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Liberty City [East Texas] Posts: 1,760 Likes: 5 Liked 99 Times in 60 Posts	Re: Needed, 3.08 GM 12 bolt gear set Bobby, this is for a white glove, very fine street car and must be quiet. I my experience, many times a Richmond and other aftermarket gears while fine for racing are too noisy for such an application. The 3.73 gears in the car now are completely quiet and the owner will not be pleased with gear noise. [it is an original factory set] Also, GM no longer has the 3.08 set. By posting here, I hope someone notices my need. There might be an OE gear out there some where. __________________ Larry Woodfin 471W

03-04-2009, 06:29 PM	#4
bobby Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: League City, Texas Posts: 243 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Needed, 3.08 GM 12 bolt gear set Sorry about that. I have noticed that Richmond gears are noisy. what kind of car is it? Just curious. __________________ Next time wave all of your fingers at me.

03-04-2009, 07:42 PM	#5
Dragsinger VIP Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Liberty City [East Texas] Posts: 1,760 Likes: 5 Liked 99 Times in 60 Posts	Re: Needed, 3.08 GM 12 bolt gear set A very nicely done, 1969 El Camino with 396. The car is quite and smooth, just needs less gear. When I was young, I thought 3.73 was about right for the street. Now, [my age is 62] it feels like you need at least two more up shifts. [smile] __________________ Larry Woodfin 471W