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Old Jan 15, 2002 | 09:36 PM
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3.73 series 3 carrier on rear?

I heard my rear is a 10-bolt, 7.5" diameter that is a series 2 carier...will series 3 fit? I heard u ahve to ahve an adapter, is this expensive or a hassel?
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Old Jan 15, 2002 | 11:06 PM
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Engine: L92/LQ4 (both w/4" stroke)
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Axle/Gears: 12B-3.73/9"-3.89
If you are getting gears to fit your current carrier, 3.73 gears are available to fit a 2-series carrier.

If you are getting gears and a carrier, then stick with 3-series for both.

The "adapter" is simply a spacer that goes between a 2-series carrier and a 3-series gear. Works, but generally not recommended if it can be avoided.
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Old Jan 16, 2002 | 11:55 AM
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why is it bad putting a series 3 3.73 gears on a series 2 carrier with an adapter?
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