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Old 12-29-2013, 12:24 PM
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Hey guys, just wondering if I can get a second opinion here. I am building my first serious street/strip car which is going to have a 632 backed by a 4L80e. I know I will need subframe connectors, caltracs and a cage, also almost sure about tubing rear end. Let me know if I am forgetting something or have any other ideas. But I am not sure what rear to use? It will be making around 650-700whp. Is it possible to make the 8.5 10 bolt last with upgraded parts?

Here is what I had been considering otherwise:
1. Adapting an 8.8 Ford with 3.73 and upgraded posi
2. A Dana 60 rear
3. Ford 9 inch

I know you can never go wrong with the 9 inch but just trying to save money where possible, plus I don't know if I need the 9 inch since I am never going to push the power any higher. Any thoughts guys?
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