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Old Feb 16, 2006 | 09:34 PM
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anyone know the pros and cons of using a Dana 60?
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Pros - stronge as hell.

Cons - Big and heavy (overkill), custom installation only (can't buy the parts for a bolt on installation).
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Pros - stronge as hell.

Cons - Big and heavy, custom installation only (can't buy the parts for a bolt on installation).
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Pros - Strong as hell.

Cons - Heavy as hell, custom installation only (can't buy the parts for a bolt on installation).

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Old Feb 17, 2006 | 06:14 PM
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Yep...I've got one of the prototypes, that were first made ..Installed by Billingsley Racing
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Old Feb 17, 2006 | 06:46 PM
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With adjusters or with out?
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If your talkin' about the adjusters, that set up the gears..Im 99% sure, yes.
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I should have some more information on the Dana 60 with a TA mount with in a week or so. I want to see one for myself and evaluate the ABS options and if there are any issues with the TA bolts like the 12 bolts.
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Old Feb 18, 2006 | 10:33 AM
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The Dana's TA mount, isn't just welded on like the previous 12 bolt, its actually made into the case, as one. I've got a 3 channel,so the options should be the same, as before. Haven't had any issues with the TA bolts, either. So far so good
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Old Feb 18, 2006 | 11:34 AM
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I talked to strange yesterday, They said they sell a complete bolt in and you send them your backing plates. 2295 Dollars later you have a complete ready to bolt in unit. I just don't want to deal with Moser again.
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I have had my order in for almost 2 weeks now... I should have it within a couple more... Mine is also a 3-channel setup, 3.54 gears, aluminum strange cover...

I am just happy that I didn't have to deal with the 2.25" pinion drop the 9" has, as well as retaining ABS... Since I have a 6-speed it was a no brainer...

It will be nice to finally have traction... And not have to worry about breaking the rear as I would have been with a 12-bolt...

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I've got one w/ 373's on order too. 35 spline w/ True Trac...should be nice.
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