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Old Jul 7, 2004 | 05:22 AM
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Does anyone make "OLD" style 10 bolt diffs. as a direct swap for the "Late model" 10 bolt. (F-Body)
I want a lighter alternative to the 12 bolt and the 9 inch.
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Old Jul 7, 2004 | 07:12 AM
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Fully loaded 9" rears I put in are 10-15lbs heavier than a 10bolt.That is nothing.
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Old Jul 7, 2004 | 07:14 AM
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Originally Posted by Slowhawk
Fully loaded 9" rears I put in are 10-15lbs heavier than a 10bolt.That is nothing.
thank you!!!

All this light weight nonsense is annoying. No matter what rear you install, its GOING to create more drivetrain loss. So get something strong and proven.
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Old Jul 7, 2004 | 08:40 AM
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Originally Posted by SSactionLs1
thank you!!!

All this light weight nonsense is annoying. No matter what rear you install, its GOING to create more drivetrain loss. So get something strong and proven.
5-10rwhp to a motor with huge duration and lifts is nothing.

For me (Baby Cam Molester) that is a huuuge difference.

Thanks for input so far, but still haven't answered my Q:
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Old Jul 7, 2004 | 03:11 PM
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10 bolts are generally less expensive too. 2.5grand for a rear is alot of money to some of us
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Old Jul 7, 2004 | 05:46 PM
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Originally Posted by BigPlanTransAm
10 bolts are generally less expensive too. 2.5grand for a rear is alot of money to some of us
Thats what discover cards are for
I was going to put a rear end off too, then i noticed that each time i went to the track, someone broke their 10 bolt. I didnt wanna play around and end up paying 300 for another 10 bolt, JUST to pay the same 2200 later on...its money savings in the long run..
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