Can someone explain to me the differences 9" vs 12 bolt
11-22-2004, 08:22 AM
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Can someone explain to me the differences 9" vs 12 bolt Why is the 12 bolt any weaker than the 9" if there is only an 1/8" difference between the ring gears?
Is the 9" stronger because of the orientation of the pinion to the ring gear?
One reason I have heard so far is because the 12 bolt lacks a front pinion bearing???
Can anyone clarify this for me.
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Is the 9" stronger because of the orientation of the pinion to the ring gear?
One reason I have heard so far is because the 12 bolt lacks a front pinion bearing???
Can anyone clarify this for me.
Thanks
11-22-2004, 08:36 AM
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Yes, it's mainly due to the position that the pinion gear is in in relation to the ring gear. Also, the 12 bolt do have a front pinion bearing, it's just that the 9" has a third rear pinion bearing to support it.