Rear end question
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Forum Name: 1972-1976 Ford and Mercury
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Topic: Rear end question
Posted By: BBPeik
Subject: Rear end question
Date Posted: 08-July-2009 at 10:32AM
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Hey guys I am getting ready to do the gears on my car and I am going to put in a posi. I am going with 350 gears. What posi would you guys recommend taht is a good combo of price to performance?
Thanks Brendan ------------- 1973 Gran Torino Sport 357 Cleveland FMX 3.50 auburn pro posi 1969 Black Jade |
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Posted By: Torinogts73c
Date Posted: 08-July-2009 at 10:42AM
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Why not a Trac-loc from Ford Racing M-4204-F28A $325.00 Brand new! ------------- Gary 73 Gran Torino Sport 351CJ,17 Mustang Ecoboost,18 Lincoln MKZ Reserve, Ford Ranger parts hauler "Never complain Never explain" Henry Ford |
Posted By: BBPeik
Date Posted: 08-July-2009 at 11:41AM
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I was thinking about a trac loc unit, but was wondering if on of the power trax or sometihing similar would be better?
Thanks Brendan ------------- 1973 Gran Torino Sport 357 Cleveland FMX 3.50 auburn pro posi 1969 Black Jade |
Posted By: GranTorinoMan
Date Posted: 09-July-2009 at 5:00AM
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This article provides some good information before you drop the bucks on a new 9" Posi. http://www.hotrod.com/techarticles/drivetrain/ford_9_inch_rear_end_currie_enterprises/index.html - http://www.hotrod.com/techarticles/drivetrain/ford_9_inch_rear_end_currie_enterprises/index.html I bought all my rear-end stuff from Randy's R&P and I highly recommend them. http://www.ringpinion.com/ - http://www.ringpinion.com/
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Posted By: Eliteman76
Date Posted: 09-July-2009 at 6:14AM
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I've debated about my GTS...I have a used 28 spline tracloc I got from a cousin, that came out of a bronco but needs rebuilt.
Personally, I've debated about going to a detriot locker...but just never felt inclined to drop the money on a new unit.
If you are doing a budget project, honestly, I don't see a huge reason why the Ford Traclock unit wouldn't be more than suitable for a street car.
Because I am a sticler for USA made stuff...I noticed the Yukon stuff indicated "Assembled in USA" so are they imported from the far east, Mexico?
I would think the Currie stuff would be top notch...but depends on budget.
Just make sure to spend the time buying the correct gear oil with additives for the clutch discs if you get the traclok.
-------------  Andrew:GTS.ORG admin, '72 Q code 5 speed RestomodPondering: #99Problems |
Posted By: BBPeik
Date Posted: 09-July-2009 at 6:43AM
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The additives do make a huge difference. I try to be a stickler for the US stuff as well. My jeep had a trac loc in it before I put the locker in and I never had a problem with the unit so I think I am going to go that route. I have used randys before and they are a great company. I would recommend them as well.
Thanks for the input
Brendan ------------- 1973 Gran Torino Sport 357 Cleveland FMX 3.50 auburn pro posi 1969 Black Jade |