Narrowed factory rear
02-02-2013, 03:42 PM
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Narrowed factory rear Did a search and came up empty. Does anyone have a suggestion for a company somewhat local to Delaware that can narrow my factory 10 bolt and axles? I don't want to spend 3k on a new rear as the car is for street/show and a 12 bolt or 9" is way overkill for what I'm doing. If I ever break it then I'll order one then, shortened to fit the wheels. I know moser is a option but that's gonna cost for shipping. Not even sure how to package it for shipping???? Any suggestions?
02-02-2013, 08:31 PM
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Quick performance here in Iowa www.quickperformance.com sells weld on ends for 3rd and 4th gen fbodys that they use on their 9 inch rears I don't see why you couldn't find a local shop to narrow it using those ends , you should be able to get axles from quick performance also. Ends are $80 , and most places charge $150 to $200 to cut it and weld on the ends. Axles maybe from $300 to $400 . Will needs bearings and retainers also. Id email or give them a call they can send you down the right path....then just find local shop to do the work.
02-02-2013, 09:47 PM
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Thanks for the info. I just learned a friends of mine has actually done this a few times and has a jig. I am going to narrow it myself and buy shorter axles. Thanks for the info on parts. That is helpful.
02-10-2013, 01:58 PM
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I don't think I can get a used 12 bolt or 9" for 295.00 do you? Plus bearing and seals , maybe another 20.00. What else am I missing?
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02-10-2013, 08:26 PM
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I'm doing it Fran, that's why. Just have to order the axles after I get it welded back up. Just trying to get these Forgelines ordered ASAP and I want a deep concave with a 3 1/2" outer lip so I gotta cut the rear by 2.5" per side. I have a jig at my disposal so it should be pretty straight forward.
02-16-2013, 09:08 PM
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Rear is cut and welded. Just have to order axles Monday. Any particular manufactures axles are better then others? Mosers were 295.00. Any other manufactures I should look at?
02-25-2013, 10:54 PM
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Who says you cant polish a turd?? Who says you can't polish a turd??
Narrowed 2.5" per side, new bearings, seals and the Moser axles are on the way. All for under $350.00.
Narrowed 2.5" per side, new bearings, seals and the Moser axles are on the way. All for under $350.00.
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