Rear end question!
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Rear end swap question
Posted in wrong spot I don't know how to delete, sorry.
So I have done a bunch of research about my "12 bolt" type O and its a pain to get parts if I can even get them at all with the certain model I have. I am looking for a rear end that can bolt in to my car that has aftermarket parts readily available. I have a 67 cutlass 4dr sedan (A body). What rear end/s should I look into and beef up?
So I have done a bunch of research about my "12 bolt" type O and its a pain to get parts if I can even get them at all with the certain model I have. I am looking for a rear end that can bolt in to my car that has aftermarket parts readily available. I have a 67 cutlass 4dr sedan (A body). What rear end/s should I look into and beef up?
Last edited by 4Door67; November 7th, 2013 at 03:53 PM.
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When switching from a 12-bolt O-axle,to a 71-72 8.5" 10-bolt,you will need to shorten your driveshaft. The 8.5" 10-bolt is hard to beat.They handle plenty if abuse,and everyone makes parts for them.
#6
Is there any rear end that eliminates having to modify the driveshaft or is that the only route? If so do i have to get the stock one modded or do they sell one aftermarket. I guess a modded one thats welded just doesn't seem the strongest. Also what does the word "corporate" mean?
Last edited by 4Door67; November 7th, 2013 at 10:06 PM.
#7
Getting a custom driveshaft is no big deal. By the time you pay to have yours modified, swap out the 40 year old U joints, scored and worn yoke, etc, you could buy new for not a lot more money.
http://southwestspeed.com/?sec=view_...ub=Driveshafts
http://southwestspeed.com/?sec=view_...ub=Driveshafts
#10
You could install a 12-bolt Chevy,with the Canadian yoke,and leave the driveshaft alone. Same u-joint too. 3R.
Yes,if you swap from a Jetaway or Th350,to a TH400,you would also need to shorten the driveshaft or get a new one made.
Yes,if you swap from a Jetaway or Th350,to a TH400,you would also need to shorten the driveshaft or get a new one made.
#11
What does corporate mean? and I have a re-built th350 with the short shaft, so it shouldn't need to be shortened correct? If i get a stock 10 bolt 8.5 can i put a 12 bolt carrier into it to change it over or is that not possible? And what is stock drive shaft length compared to new custom length with both 8.5 and th350(short shaft)?
Last edited by 4Door67; November 9th, 2013 at 11:52 PM.
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