1949 Olds 76 rear end question from a newby

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November 9th, 2014, 04:03 PM

Razencain2

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1949 Olds 76 rear end question from a newby

Hey folks new here thanks for letting me in. I'm in Georgia and just got my newest project. I have a 49 76 with a low gear would like to get a taller gear what years will bolt in or at least chunk swap? Thanks in advance.

November 9th, 2014, 04:40 PM

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Welcome to CO from the left coast

What engine do you have? If stock you will run out of power on hills. If a newer more modern power plant then you can upgrade

November 9th, 2014, 04:52 PM

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It's has a 290 hp 350 and turbo 350 trans all other suspension is stock 49

November 9th, 2014, 06:10 PM

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I'm not for sure, but I believe 1938 to 1954 Olds and Pontiac will fit. It is a pumpkin style rear, so no need to change the whole rear axle assy.
What gear ratio do you have now?

Gene

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