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Old Jan 8, 2014 | 05:18 PM
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Im putting together a 8.8 for a s10 build im doing . I need to upgrade the posi unit . Its going to be a daily driver with a few weekends at the track . Im debating on a yukon posi unit or a mini locker . Would the locker have good street manners ? i ran a locker briefly on the street 20 years ago but honestly dont remember how it was . the posi unti of course would prob be smoother but more expensive

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Ford-8-8-Yukon-Spartan-Locker-31-Spline-SL-F8-8-31-Posi-Locker-Axle-NEW-/390738221741?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item5af9d01aad&vxp=mtr
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Old Jan 8, 2014 | 07:28 PM
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The stock posi unit is A-OK with Ford Racing clutches and a truck S-spring. Mine's 12 years old and it still chirps around corners when the pavement is hot...
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Old Jan 8, 2014 | 08:02 PM
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How much HP are you putting threw it ? Just curious ive heard they dont take a lot
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Old Jan 8, 2014 | 08:09 PM
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Turbo Buick GN engine, ported heads, PTE52 turbo at 23#. Prolly 400 to the wheels and around 600 ft-lbs. My 200R4 will be the weak link, stock except for a shift kit and 3400 stall PI Vig converter...
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Old Jan 8, 2014 | 10:56 PM
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Im using 31 spline explorer posi with kevlar clutch rebuild kit
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Old Jan 9, 2014 | 03:48 PM
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To be honest you should use the stock LSD from an Explorer which is 31 spline and just use the FORD RACING rebuild kit thats what is in the Cobra ... 100.00 kit is worth the savings and normal drivability.
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