i need to find a set of 3.42 gears with posi and i have no idea, other than junk yards, where to get them, can anybody direct me to a resonable priced set that are good quality? if possible id like to get a new set rather than used, but im not set in my ways.

 

car shows/swap meets, e bay, search the for sale here here. if you want new call 1-800-345-4545 and tell them what you have and want

 

Here's a source I use alot...

http://www.drivetrainspecialists.com...=28&cat=GM+7.5

The SLP take-off posi is the best deal going; however it's for 28-spline axles, and more than likely your 89 has 26-spline axles. There's no way to know that excapt to take it apart and look. 89 was the changeover year, and most were 26, but a few were 28. If yours are 26, then you can't use teh SLP posi without replacing the axles either with new ones or with 90-up used ones.

Another strategy would be to go looking for a 90-up 6-cyl car in the junkyard, those usually came with 3.42s, and drum brakes like what you have; and then just stick the SLP posi in it.

 

so what would i need to go about doing if i got a set of 3.42s out of an 85 camaro? or would it just be better to go look for the 90+ v6 and pull the stuff out of that?

 

I got some 3.42's out of a 98 ws6. I'm going 4.10's. I'm keeping the posi though.

 

your best bet is to trash your stock axles and get a set of moser axles. They are a direct replacement for the stockers and an excellent value for under 300 bucks for a pair with wheel studs already pressed in. Also you should probably get a set of fresh gears because getting the proper pattern with a used set is very difficult if not nearly impossible.

 

graebz28 are you selling those 3.42s or are you using them in another car? if you are selling them let me know i might be interested in picking them up off you.

 

Yes, I will be going 4.10's hopefully over spring break. I'm keeping the posi. The rear is out of a 98 TA.

 

so if i decide to get those gears i would need that type of rear or would it work in mine provided i get the 28 spline axle? (i am new to gears and dont exactly know what i need)

 

These gears will work with any posi that originally came w/ a 3.23 or higher ratio. So if you have a 2.73 or a 3.08, it will not work. Best bet is to try to get a complete one out of a 4th gen. LS1 cars have 1" larger brakes. M6's came with 3.42's and auto's came with 3.23.