LWP vs. TA girdles
02-01-2018, 09:42 PM
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LWP vs. TA girdles So like the name entitles what would be better? I seen the TA has the bolts that push againts the bearings but the LPW has the attachment for the braces. So in your guys opinion which one would be better I like the idea of the braces but the bearing bolts sounds even better. I couldnt find anywhere that the LPW had the bolts for the bearings so it seems that it's impossible to have best of both worlds. I have a 2000 z28 with a A4 I don't drag the car its built up ish but only for car shows and daily driving and having fun. So i dont need to invest in a 9 or 12 anything like that. I know some people say its more a peace of mind thing which is fine but there has to be some truth behind it or people still wouldnt use them. And dont tell me that its because of the drain and filler because I'm sure I seen a kit for that at auto zone for like $20 lol. So my question is what would be better axel braces or bearing brace? I could find anything comparing the two so Idk. Maybe the TA and have someone weld pieces to it to make axel braces lol
02-02-2018, 07:31 AM
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02-02-2018, 08:22 AM
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Get one with the bearing cap bolts plus a brace kit. It is the common cover we use here when we build 8.8 for the Mustang crowd.
We offer them with a brace kit.
Diff Cover With Brace Kit.
We offer them with a brace kit.
Diff Cover With Brace Kit.
02-02-2018, 03:04 PM
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Get one with the bearing cap bolts plus a brace kit. It is the common cover we use here when we build 8.8 for the Mustang crowd.
We offer them with a brace kit.
Diff Cover With Brace Kit.
We offer them with a brace kit.
Diff Cover With Brace Kit.
02-02-2018, 03:26 PM
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I'm curious about this as well. From what I've read it's highly debatable if these girdles are even worth it all on a 10 bolt. I have an opportunity to buy a ProForm girdle for about $60, so I think I'll try it, but I'm not so sure it's worth the $150 new that most cost. They do look nice though, so that's worth a couple bucks itself lol
02-02-2018, 04:40 PM
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Its really hard to imagine they do much. I mean just realistically thinking, it doesnt SEEM like the cap will deflect much. However, I have heard the caps do flex quite a bit more then you would think. Whichever school of thought you believe, they dang sure wont hurt and you get something that looks better, and has a dedicated drain and fill.
For slightly less money they do make aluminum covers without the bearing supports. Id spend the little bit more money and get the full package. Tip, If you go bare aluminum, at least clear coat it. Will make it slightly less likely to stain.
For slightly less money they do make aluminum covers without the bearing supports. Id spend the little bit more money and get the full package. Tip, If you go bare aluminum, at least clear coat it. Will make it slightly less likely to stain.
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Its really hard to imagine they do much. I mean just realistically thinking, it doesnt SEEM like the cap will deflect much. However, I have heard the caps do flex quite a bit more then you would think. Whichever school of thought you believe, they dang sure wont hurt and you get something that looks better, and has a dedicated drain and fill.
For slightly less money they do make aluminum covers without the bearing supports. Id spend the little bit more money and get the full package. Tip, If you go bare aluminum, at least clear coat it. Will make it slightly less likely to stain.
For slightly less money they do make aluminum covers without the bearing supports. Id spend the little bit more money and get the full package. Tip, If you go bare aluminum, at least clear coat it. Will make it slightly less likely to stain.
02-02-2018, 10:15 PM
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I'm curious about this as well. From what I've read it's highly debatable if these girdles are even worth it all on a 10 bolt. I have an opportunity to buy a ProForm girdle for about $60, so I think I'll try it, but I'm not so sure it's worth the $150 new that most cost. They do look nice though, so that's worth a couple bucks itself lol
02-02-2018, 10:17 PM
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Its really hard to imagine they do much. I mean just realistically thinking, it doesnt SEEM like the cap will deflect much. However, I have heard the caps do flex quite a bit more then you would think. Whichever school of thought you believe, they dang sure wont hurt and you get something that looks better, and has a dedicated drain and fill.
For slightly less money they do make aluminum covers without the bearing supports. Id spend the little bit more money and get the full package. Tip, If you go bare aluminum, at least clear coat it. Will make it slightly less likely to stain.
For slightly less money they do make aluminum covers without the bearing supports. Id spend the little bit more money and get the full package. Tip, If you go bare aluminum, at least clear coat it. Will make it slightly less likely to stain.
02-02-2018, 10:24 PM
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02-02-2018, 10:29 PM
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it could all be a joke I mean they could work but if you launch it at like 5k I dont think anything will hold it in there lol. But for daily driving and the occasional red light to redlight cough cough lol it mind hold it up just fine. Idk I'll get one and let you guys know.
A 10 bolt will live a while behind a A4. Here is my stack of slips with all of them being anywhere from a 1.7x 60' to 1.5x 60'.
02-03-2018, 02:23 AM
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I gathered the same in my search for info. I had my 10 bolt rebuilt years ago when it started whining, and went from 3.23 to 3.73, without an aftermarket cover. It's not a daily driver and I don't go to the track, but I'm not exactly nice to it on the street. Its survived pretty darn well for roughly 10 years behind a H/C LT1 and an M6, so take that for what it's worth.
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02-03-2018, 07:29 AM
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I gathered the same in my search for info. I had my 10 bolt rebuilt years ago when it started whining, and went from 3.23 to 3.73, without an aftermarket cover. It's not a daily driver and I don't go to the track, but I'm not exactly nice to it on the street. Its survived pretty darn well for roughly 10 years behind a H/C LT1 and an M6, so take that for what it's worth.
02-03-2018, 08:36 AM
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I'm not sure on power, probably close to 400 to the tires. Right now I have BFG Comp 2's.
To be fair, I'm not doing 5k clutch dumps or anything really abusive like that, just spirited street driving. And it probably only sees roughly 1k miles a year now.
What I find funny about it is that my uncle set up the rear end for me when he was working at a Jeep dealership and only charged me beer, and it's still as silent as the day I picked it up.
To be fair, I'm not doing 5k clutch dumps or anything really abusive like that, just spirited street driving. And it probably only sees roughly 1k miles a year now.
What I find funny about it is that my uncle set up the rear end for me when he was working at a Jeep dealership and only charged me beer, and it's still as silent as the day I picked it up.
02-03-2018, 08:47 AM
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I'm not sure on power, probably close to 400 to the tires. Right now I have BFG Comp 2's.
To be fair, I'm not doing 5k clutch dumps or anything really abusive like that, just spirited street driving. And it probably only sees roughly 1k miles a year now.
What I find funny about it is that my uncle set up the rear end for me when he was working at a Jeep dealership and only charged me beer, and it's still as silent as the day I picked it up.
To be fair, I'm not doing 5k clutch dumps or anything really abusive like that, just spirited street driving. And it probably only sees roughly 1k miles a year now.
What I find funny about it is that my uncle set up the rear end for me when he was working at a Jeep dealership and only charged me beer, and it's still as silent as the day I picked it up.
02-05-2018, 08:28 AM
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The tube side gets tabs welded to them.