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Old Feb 25, 2004 | 01:59 PM
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Are GM gears the same exact gears as Motive gears? Like does Motive make the gears and GM just stamps there name on the box?
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Old Feb 25, 2004 | 02:42 PM
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Nope. GM gears can only be had through GM Parts. Motive, Superior etc USED to make gears for GM but GM now makes their own gears b/c their suppliers couldn't make them to the same tolerances as GM wanted. Genuine GM gears can ONLY be had via GM and they are NOT of the same quality as Motive, Superior, etc. GM genuine gears are much better quality. Remember, GM has to put cars on the road and they have to be quiet so their gears are designed that way.
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Old Feb 25, 2004 | 02:49 PM
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OK. where is the cheapest place to get genuine GM gears?
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Old Feb 25, 2004 | 04:05 PM
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You can only get them through GM Parts department. If you know a buddy that works at the GM Parts counter that can give you about 10% over cost, that's the only way you'll get them for the best price.
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Old Feb 26, 2004 | 03:09 PM
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I think Dal at Vanderveer Olds sells any GM part at something like 10% over cost.

http://lists.f-body.org/mailman/list...TOKEN=68036500

If you join the 4th gen list, I think you can find his contact info, or someone there can direct you to him. (plus these lists have a wealth of info on them)
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Old Feb 27, 2004 | 04:34 PM
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When I bought Motive gears 3 years ago, I chewed up 5 sets in 7 weeks. I then put in Richmonds, and they are whisper quiet and as strong as ever.

GM did the right thing, believe me.
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