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Old Mar 29, 2004 | 11:02 AM
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Car: 88 sc. convert
Engine: 305 TBI
Transmission: Formerly 700-Now T5
10 Bolt 2.73 Limited Slip?

I have never heard of such a combo, but I think thats what was in my car. 88 SC convert. It may be changed from original. The tags are not on the cover. Anyhow, I want to go 3.43 or 3.73. Anyone with input as far as, what is my combo, and whats a good way to change ratio's. I want to keep my limited slip (maybe posi). I haven't opened it up yet, just by turning axles and input shaft we figured this out. If someone added posi, why would they leave 2.73 in it??
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Old Mar 29, 2004 | 04:16 PM
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A common set-up on 305 TPI cars with a automatic. I had that set-up on my 87 IROC.
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Old Mar 29, 2004 | 08:01 PM
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From: Winston salem, NC
Car: 1987 1SICIROC.....1999 TransAm
Engine: 385 HSR.....LS1
Transmission: 700R4 with Midwest 3400 2.4str...M6
Axle/Gears: SLP Zexel Posi unit 3.42's...3.73's
My 87 came stock with the 2.73's LS. and yes it doesnt pull for crap! thats why Im in the process of changing my rear end to 3.42's
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Old Mar 30, 2004 | 06:35 AM
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Car: 88 sc. convert
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Thats still a 2 series carrier though right? So I need to change the carrier and the gears, but I still keep the LS?
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Old Mar 30, 2004 | 08:45 AM
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Richmond Gears offers gears in 3.08, 3.42, and 3.73 that will bolt right to your 2 series posi carrier. They seem to be priced around 200 bucks. Then add the cost of install, unless you can do it yourself.

It may be cheaper to just find a complete rear end with a 3.42 and posi.
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