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Old 03-18-2014, 10:14 AM   #38
hotrod 80
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Re: rear end decisions

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Originally Posted by whitedog76 View Post
Look into the 2003 and newer 2500 series GM vans. They have a D60 axle that has 3.5" axle tubes and huge bearings. With some custom shafts, it would be a stout setup.
Thank you sir , this is great information , learned something today .

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Originally Posted by Marv D View Post
Going low 8's on that tire is quite an accomplishment!!! What is it a 8.5" slick?
8's on a 26 x 9 is getting it done.

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Originally Posted by low&slow View Post
Alright. That's good to know just till the end of the summer. As for the 12 bolt, should I build it up a bit with a posi in it to handle the nos I may run or find something else just for now? Either way, I need to get a posi.
What is your fastest pass so far without a posi unit ? were you planning on spraying it with an open diff ?
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