cocacolakidd

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Are there two different sizes of disk rotors on the 9 bolt rears? I have had what I think to be reliable sources tell me there are two different sizes 1) 11.65x .81 and 2) 10.5 x .957. I guess one would have to measure to tell which ones are on the rear. Are the larger ones for the 1LE option, or?

BretD 88GTA

Shortening the control arms would simply change the forward location of the axle. The relocation brackets correct the angle of the control arms.

On a lowered car, the control arms will be angled upward toward the axle. This increases wheel hop.

The relocation brackets angle the control arms DOWN toward the axle. The result is no wheel hop and better traction.

BretD 88GTA

Yes, there are the two different sizes you listed. 10.5 is the standard size that came on '88 and earlier cars. The 11.65 is the PBR option found on the 1LE and the '89 to early '90 cars.

In late '90, the 9-bolt option was dropped and all cars got the 10-bolt with PBR brakes.

91rslt1

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Hey Drain I just noticed that I am on the list twice, #47 and #68. I only need one, just thought i let you know. One question I have is what brake code would a 9-bolt from an 89 forumula 305tpi 5-speed have? That is the rear end that is in the 91rs so I just thought I would find out before I order any brake upgrades. Any one have a link to where I can find EBC rotors, or even their homepage. Thanks.

drain89

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J65- It's the 11.65" Rotors with Aluminum Calipers.

acescarrsRS

Tirerack.com sells EBC products. Here's the link ------>http://www.tirerack.com/brakes/ebc/index.jsp

Momar

A 91 RS would have the 10 bolt unless the rear end had been changed.

91rslt1

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Thanks

91rslt1

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Yes it has been changed twice. The POS one-legged 2.73 drum was ditched a long time ago. I put in a 9-bolt disc with 3.70 except the retard that set the up, set them up wrong, causing the rear to howel. So now it has just a 9-bolt disc 3.45 stocker for now, and the 3.70 9-bolt is my basement in case I need an emergency spare. The 3.45 9-bolt was the one out of the 89 formula 305 5-speed. The best part about it was it was complete from disc to disc and only cost me ..................$250!

Jetmeck

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What is the timetable looking like ? TA Performance doesn't seem to answer their e-mail. I would be pleasantly surprised by September, but I don't think it will happen, anybody know anything new ?

cocacolakidd

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After being in manufacturing engineering for 35 years I do know these things take time. First the mock-up, then to mold making, back to revisions, the then the casting, back to revisions and modifications to the casting, prototype production, testing of the prototype, maybe back to revisions. testing of the finished product, maybe back to revisions. then to advertising/publications of the item. Then to final sales. There is quite a process to get a good qualiyt product...

We will watch the grass grow and mow it for now...Someday I'll bet we will have them...Cocaaolakidd...

Jetmeck

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Sounds exactly right, what I don't agree with is a manufacturer who should know better or anyone for that matter giving me an unrealistic time table.

I built a house a couple of years ago and was my own general contractor and if I had a nickel for every unrealistic timetable or broken promise "I'll be there bright and early monday morning" type of thing I'd be a wealthy man.

Just tell me like it is, I am a big boy

cocacolakidd

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That's the first mistake most people make, trying to save money being their own contractor....it always costs more being your own contractor....Not being a professional contractor and not knowing all of the pitfalls the costs skyrocket....in most cases...

Jetmeck

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Read the post, didn't say a word about costs and for the record I have a lot more house for the money and better quality by doing the general contracting myself....the post was talking about broken promises....people not showing up...unrealistic timetables....

cocacolakidd

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It could also be on their hot list to get it out in a hurry....drop every thing and do it....this is done quite often,,,, Cocacolakidd

rangelec

Take me off of the list-I found a dana 44. I have my 9 bolt listed in the classifieds if anyone is interested. Has relocation brackets, either 3.70 or 3.27 gears without brakes. Posi is real tight and no problems with anything else.

cocacolakidd

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I have not seen the donation list for the shipping costs and the costs for the donar rear...please list so I/we may contribute!!!

Serious Cocacolakidd

so what is $5.00 from a few if it helps the cause...I would be glad to!!!

drain89

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That was resolved months ago.

AJB-283

add me into the list for one!! just don't know which size that i have in the car. what is the easiest way to measure?

AJB-283

add me into the list for one!! just don't know which size that i have in the car. what is the easiest way to measure?

fadetoblack

Please add me to the definite list.

arlockstedt

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put me down for one. Anyone know on a time table?

arlockstedt

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put me down for one. Anyone know on a time table?

mike graycar

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Well, I called Dave at T/A Performance today and he is waiting to get the sample castings from the forger. Then he will do some test fitting and start to program the machines with the dimensions needed to machine the covers. So it will be soon, just not tommorow. I asked about a time frame and he told me It really comes down to having a machine free for a period of time, long enough to do a run of covers. Sit tight !! It's coming !!

Blkdth87

sorry guys, take me off the list, ive decided to hang my project up for alittle.. gettin a new car, gonna let the t/a rest awhile in the garage...

SLP IROC-Z

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cant wait to get one

TA88GTA

Any news on the covers???? cant wait till these are available.

Drakar

now that I have acquired a 9-bolt count me in when they are made!!!

arlockstedt

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anyone know if they are ready yet......i need the cover for my rear.......BAD....let me know on an update. Thanks

HatchetJack

Take me off the list. I am upgrading to a 9 inch Moser.
Jack

Jetmeck

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Been a month since last update, any news ? They will not return my emails ? Thanks for any info..........

Buddy

I called out of curiosity today. The person I talked to said that at the stage they are at, in regards to molds and such, the covers should be availible to the public for purchase by the new year. (Read - January) That's great news!!! Most of our cars are going or gone for winter, (unless your some of the lucky yearround sunshine states) so when we bring them back out for next summer, we should have our new covers on. Sweet.

MurcoRS

Yeah! The hurricanes are gone so we can bring them back out!!

Spdfrk1990

Any updates?????? I need one soon

TPIMarow6.6

Yeah id like to know whats going on soon too. i wonder what this cover on our 9 bolts would make them equivelant to?

black84z28-4spd

anyone anyone?

1989GTATransAm

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Looks to me that they will make a good Christmas Present. Allen

SLP IROC-Z

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check this out...
http://www.taperformance.com/rearend.htm

CrazyHawaiian

I want to grab 1, any ETA on this?

fireturd350

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Beginning of next year hopefully. I can't wait to see the finished product... been waiting on the list since 1-29.

And for those of you who are to lazy to look at the design, here it is (linked off the website above):

Drakar

Remove me from the list, if I was added.

Parting out my 9 bolt, check classifieds for whats avail.

quadgoat

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I may be very interested in getting one of these as well, depending on finances once they become available. I'll be anxious to know when they become available!!

-Paul

cocacolakidd

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Seems as if Diffsolutions is further along than TA on a Cover for the 9-Bolt. ED.

http://diffsolutions.com/

Spdfrk1990

Im stickin with TA performance

Jetmeck

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I'll go with whomever can make one in a timely manner,unfortunately neither of these companies have done so.
TA has been full of excuses, well summer is long gone so busy season is over.....what's the deal, anyone ?

Momar

I dont know. It looks like Diffsolutions' cover has accomodations for the carier bearing cap supports, but I dont know that T/A's does.

Spdfrk1990

I guess If some1 shoves a nice cover in my face now i might have to buy it cause i need this quick.

Dr G

Cocacolakidd:- Are you serious? Diffsolutions/9-bolt.com don't know the meaning of the term 'customer service'.

They don't even reply to their emails! Do a quick search on the boards and you'll see that many more people have had the same problem. If Miles would get his act together his company would be a real money spinner as their are a lot of people looking for 9-bolt parts. I hope his performance improves, if it does then I'll buy some of his products.

cocacolakidd

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Yes I have heard that about Diffsolutions but I need a rear cover . Like you said if he would straighten up with better customer service it would be a good site to shop at. I did get a set of Cones from there with a good price and quick shipping at that time. It's also the only place I know of to get some of the parts for my 9-bolt if I need something, break something, or want different gears (where else?).

One other note here: Some of the others have queried whether either TA or Diffsolutions have "Carrier Loading Studs" incorporated in their cover - I would think that they both have them, otherwise what would be the use of just a fancy cover - Isn't that the whole purpose of the cover? Thanks for all, Ed.

Jetmeck

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4 unanswered emails in the last 4 four months, Do you guys truly believe TA Performance will come through for us ?