im thinking about getting 3.42. but i need to know if mines a 10 bolt or what ? and the ring gear size 7-1/2 ? could someone help. thanks

 

10 bolt, 7.625" ring gear.

 

Count the number of bolts on the axle cover.

 

so its a 10 bolt 7.625. thanks

 

i have heard that i have to get a diff carryer b/c i have 2.73 and that i have to get a 3 series carryer

 

yes you need a new carrier, also changing gears is not exactly a DIY project on the weekend, it takes some specialized equipment to set the pinion depth, and to press the bearings on.

 

im have a shop do it i just wanted to know what im gona need so i dont get ripped. and i was told v-6 3rd gens have 3.42 and that i can just take the carrier and gears and put them in my car and i wouldnt have to worry about pinon depth.is that true?

 

the pinion depth is usualy controlled by the housing not the gears, what you can do is, take the WHOLE v6 housing, instlall the posi, check your backlash and patter, and then bolt the whole housing in.

 

i got my 3.42's for 50 and install 170 and i didnt need a 3 series carrier only a spacer.