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Old Feb 27, 2001 | 12:07 PM
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From: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
Car: 86 Trans Am
Engine: 406
Transmission: TH350, 4200
Axle/Gears: Moser 9", 3.89
GU5

I have an 86 TA with 305 LG4 and auto. The rpo for my rear end is gu5-3.23. According to a couple of diferent sources-including thirdgen.org-my car was only available with a 2.73 rear end. It revs at 1900 at 65 mph in o/d. whats the deal??
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Old Feb 27, 2001 | 12:13 PM
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the rpo's and the vin are the last say in everythign...

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Old Feb 27, 2001 | 03:07 PM
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Car: 1987 Camaro IROC-Z
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GU5 == 3.23

my car has the G92 package with the GU5 rear-end and my ratio is 3.23 and I rev at 2200 @ 70mph...

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