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Topic: Where to find 8" differential
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streetstang67
Gearhead Posts: 305
From: SC, USA
Registered: Nov 2002
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posted 06-27-2003 07:35 PM
   
I want to get 3.55s with traction lock for my 8" rear. I dont want to get an aftermarket posi unit, b/c it doesn't have to be bulletproof, besides, I don't have the money for an aftermarket posi anyway. Also, the factory traction locks will "slip" around turns, right? Anyway, is there anywhere I could get an 8" diff complete with 3.55s or similar ratio and traction lock, besides a junkyard? How reliable would a junkyard rear be? Tryin to save a little cash, but not be cheap.------------------
'67 coupe: 289 bored .030 over, c-4 tranny
Holley 600 carb, edelbrock performer intake, hooker comp headers, dual flowmaster exhuast
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scottford351
Journeyman Posts: 47
From: reedsville ohio usa
Registered: May 2003
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posted 06-27-2003 07:42 PM
A small bearing 9 inch trac lock will fit in a 8 inch.I have a friend that has a 3.50 punkin and I have a 3.40 one.You might check UPS and see about shipping.I think he wants $50 for the 3.50.------------------
91 LX 398w street/bracket 6.88 1/8 60FT 1.44
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scottford351
Journeyman Posts: 47
From: reedsville ohio usa
Registered: May 2003
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posted 06-27-2003 07:47 PM
The zip is 45772
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streetstang67
Gearhead Posts: 305
From: SC, USA
Registered: Nov 2002
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posted 06-27-2003 07:57 PM
That sounds good. How old/How many miles are on these gears? Email me with more info, I might be interested. [email protected]
Thanks
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Fordwiser
Gearhead Posts: 217
From: Metamora, Illinois
Registered: Dec 2000
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posted 06-28-2003 02:44 PM
Hold on here, you're saying a 8in. gear will bolt on a 9in. Traction Loc? I've never tried it, so (maybe) it'll work but, I don't think so!
Roger
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Fordwiser
Gearhead Posts: 217
From: Metamora, Illinois
Registered: Dec 2000
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posted 06-28-2003 02:49 PM
From all I've messed with and read, I thought the only parts interchangable between 8in and 9in were the 28 spline axles.
Roger
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N266fords
Gearhead Posts: 557
From: Spokane ,WA USA
Registered: Apr 2003
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posted 06-28-2003 02:51 PM
that and the mini spools are the only things that are shared period. Bruce
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Fastymz
Moderator Posts: 11429
From: Reno Nv USA MEM#1240
Registered: Apr 2001
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posted 06-28-2003 05:08 PM
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Originally posted by streetstang67:
I want to get 3.55s with traction lock for my 8" rear. I dont want to get an aftermarket posi unit, b/c it doesn't have to be bulletproof, besides, I don't have the money for an aftermarket posi anyway. Also, the factory traction locks will "slip" around turns, right? Anyway, is there anywhere I could get an 8" diff complete with 3.55s or similar ratio and traction lock, besides a junkyard? How reliable would a junkyard rear be? Tryin to save a little cash, but not be cheap.
I got a 3.40 traclok out of a 70 mav from a junk yard.I didn't rebuild it,I have had it in for a year now and it works great.I paid $70 for it from Pick-n-Pull. ------------------
SCOOP 2.26 60'S
14.9 @ 90.86MPH 65 coupe,351w,C4,Big Boss 429 hood scoop,8" 3.40 TracLoc. https://mustangsandmore.com/ubb/Fastymz.html
[This message has been edited by Fastymz (edited 06-28-2003).]
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streetstang67
Gearhead Posts: 305
From: SC, USA
Registered: Nov 2002
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posted 06-28-2003 05:55 PM
Whats the big difference between locker, limited slip, and spools?
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Fastymz
Moderator Posts: 11429
From: Reno Nv USA MEM#1240
Registered: Apr 2001
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posted 06-28-2003 09:02 PM
quote:
Originally posted by streetstang67:
Whats the big difference between locker, limited slip, and spools?
This site has a lot of good info. http://www.ring-pinion.com/standard-carriers.shtml ------------------
SCOOP 2.26 60'S
14.9 @ 90.86MPH 65 coupe,351w,C4,Big Boss 429 hood scoop,8" 3.40 TracLoc. https://mustangsandmore.com/ubb/Fastymz.html
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