one legger dif to a two legger?
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Car: 86 Z-28
Engine: 356 4-bolt
Transmission: Borg warner T-5
one legger dif to a two legger?
i have an 86 z-28. ive got this ***** out 400hp 356 in the car now, but my traction off the line is hindered by the one tire that spins going forward. at this point i do not have the money to buy a posi rearend, nor do i want to buy a posi unit and put it in the this rearend. my question is; are there any "backyard" techniques or even sensible techniques for turning my one legger into a makeshift posi? it will have to put up with lots of power and torque so keep that in mind. any suggestions or directions for a path would be greatly appreciated.
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Car: 1991 Chevy Camaro
Engine: 305 TBI
Transmission: 700R4
Axle/Gears: 3.42
are there any "backyard" techniques or even sensible techniques for turning my one legger into a makeshift posi?
If, and only if, your car is a track-only car, should you consider welding the spider gears or installing something like a spool.
But, one a good note, try hitting up the junkyards for 3rd and 4th gen rears, you should be able to find a factory posi for a decent price (around $100). If you already have a 10 bolt and a 3-series carrier, it should be a fairly simple swap (there's tons of info on this in past threads, FWIW).
Good luck
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Car: 86 IROC
Engine: SC'ed 350
Transmission: 700R4
Axle/Gears: 4.11 12bolt
just remember stock 86 axles are 26 spline, newer ones are 28. I'm in the hunt too. I believe I'll have to get new axles when I do find a good posi because I haven't seen a 3 series 26 spline posi in a while. Most on ebay are 28 spline.
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Car: 86 Z-28
Engine: 356 4-bolt
Transmission: Borg warner T-5
what about this spool thing:
"Benm109:r installing something like a spool."
what is this? and what would be the pros and cons of such an item. and how hard is it to install?
i realize that i should save and do this the correct way, and i will. but for now i need a quick fix. the is only driven about 3000miles a year, on the road for 6months a year and only sees sunny days. it is my baby; if you will. so wet traction safety is not too much of an issue, allthough i have been caught in the occassional sun shower, so i will keep it in mind.
"Benm109:r installing something like a spool."
what is this? and what would be the pros and cons of such an item. and how hard is it to install?
i realize that i should save and do this the correct way, and i will. but for now i need a quick fix. the is only driven about 3000miles a year, on the road for 6months a year and only sees sunny days. it is my baby; if you will. so wet traction safety is not too much of an issue, allthough i have been caught in the occassional sun shower, so i will keep it in mind.
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Car: 1991 Chevy Camaro
Engine: 305 TBI
Transmission: 700R4
Axle/Gears: 3.42
z28crazy, you have a 10 bolt, correct? Just wanting to make sure.
A mini-spool or spool just locks the 2 axles together, which is the same thing welding the spiders gears does. I really don't know much about them except for what they do. Mini-spools usually run about $100. Check out Summit Racing and Jegs online and take a look at what they offer.
A mini-spool or spool just locks the 2 axles together, which is the same thing welding the spiders gears does. I really don't know much about them except for what they do. Mini-spools usually run about $100. Check out Summit Racing and Jegs online and take a look at what they offer.
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Car: 86 Z-28
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thanks for all the help! if anyone knows more about these spools, and what it consits of to install that would be great.
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Which posi do you want? Auburn? Eaton? Both are still available, let me know what gear ratio you are running? I stock some units, and have access to the others that you want. I also have the install kits, and the bearing sets. Call 909 4780370 & let me know?
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