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Old Mar 30, 2010 | 11:04 PM
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Angry 2grand really ??

well i am seeing for us guys with the gm 10 bolt we are in trouble when it comes time to upgrade!! Are our only options to spend 2k or more on a 12 bolt or a 9 in to bolt right in??
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Old Mar 30, 2010 | 11:06 PM
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Yup this isn't breaking news......

I'm saving for one right now with a kid on the way looks like it's going to be a while.......owell
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Old Mar 30, 2010 | 11:06 PM
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The other option is the dana s60. But yeah if you want something that handles alot of power and will last its not going to be cheap welcome to the world or performance cars
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Old Mar 30, 2010 | 11:08 PM
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What's that saying... "you have to pay to play" or perhaps the infamous "you get what you pay for." You can keep replacing the 10 bolt with a used one for roughly $200. Or drop big coin on a quality piece that will more than likely last for the rest of the cars life. Good luck man. I know it sucks, but at least after doing it you don't have to worry about grenading the 10 bolt every time you leave the starting line.
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Old Mar 31, 2010 | 03:30 AM
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do a 8.8 build
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Old Mar 31, 2010 | 03:50 AM
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I have 2500 in mine, now going with a full MWC rear and suspension, dont ask what that cost haha. But i think my new rear is some of the baddest parts i can get for my street strip car for the price and should help me reach my goal of the car easier.
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Old Mar 31, 2010 | 04:27 AM
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$2300 in mine..
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Old Mar 31, 2010 | 05:40 AM
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2500+ in mine.
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yeah and if u get upgrades for the rear like powder coating,aluminum center section ect,then the price can easily get over 3k.Plus u will need a stronger driveshaft when doing a rear,so another 400 for a decent upgraded one,mine as well get some good lower control arms for the new rear while its out,another 250.Oh and some nice et streets for the back so that traction can now be used with a strong rear.+410.It gets over 4k real quick,so save save save,and pray your wife will let u get it after you have saved.Mine told me i SHOULD get it,but i started smoothing her over about it 2 years ago haha
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Old Mar 31, 2010 | 06:31 AM
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and a Strange 12 bolt is 3 grand before powdercoating and aluminum diff cover.
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Old Mar 31, 2010 | 06:43 AM
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Originally Posted by 02transamce
and a Strange 12 bolt is 3 grand before powdercoating and aluminum diff cover.
Yeah, I spent about $3600 on my Strange 12-bolt (including new driveshaft).
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So if you can find one for 2 grand good deal. but i know i guy that bought a housing and axle package and build a junkyard 3rd member and built it for 1400 bucks. but you get what you pay for kind of thing..
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Old Apr 5, 2010 | 01:28 PM
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I bought a used Moser 12 bolt from a member on here for under $2K...just have the money ready, be patient and online checking the parts section constantly.
The nice thing about a used one,they already have the backing plates and axles installed.
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Old Apr 5, 2010 | 02:18 PM
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I've got over 3k in mine. Your best bet is to look for a used one on here, if you have time to wait.
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I just broke mine, so it sounds like $1800 for a Strange 12 bolt is a good deal.

Trouble is, it has 4.11. And I would prefer 3.42 or 3.73's
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Old Apr 5, 2010 | 03:38 PM
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I'm in the same boat right now. I am saving for a Moser 9" which is looking to cost me $3100 how I want it
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Old Apr 5, 2010 | 04:41 PM
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I just hope my 10 bolt last until I can afford a rear end. MWC 9" and a spool is my plan.
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Old Apr 5, 2010 | 06:49 PM
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Originally Posted by JohnnyBz28
I'm in the same boat right now. I am saving for a Moser 9" which is looking to cost me $3100 how I want it
Look into a MWC Fab. 9". It'll be cheaper when all is said and done, and it's a much nicer piece
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Old Apr 5, 2010 | 07:08 PM
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yeah these things get quite pricey. I'd say you are looking to spend about $3100-3300 for a fab 9" with driveshaft and tq arm. Eric at MWC does great work and can get you what you want. You might be able to find one used if you are lucky but if you are going to drop a couple thousand might as well go with a new one.
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Old Apr 5, 2010 | 08:26 PM
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the expense of an upgraded rear is a major reason i havent raced it in awhile.
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