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Old Jun 23, 2011 | 09:08 PM
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87 iroc z28 posi???

I have a 1987 iroc z28 5.7L TPI.. I was wondering if it has a posi rearend... I'm new to cars and mechanics of them. If it isn't posi, how can I get one and would the gears need to change?

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Old Jun 23, 2011 | 10:19 PM
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Re: 87 iroc z28 posi???

Read the thread at the top of this forum labeled Important/Useful : FAQ About 10-Bolts and the first post addresses how to tell if your third gen has a posi.
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Old Jun 25, 2011 | 05:30 PM
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Re: 87 iroc z28 posi???

Limited Slip G80 and rear Disc Brakes were a required options with a 350 back in 1987. Your is in most cases wore out from abuse.
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Old Jun 30, 2011 | 08:04 PM
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Re: 87 iroc z28 posi???

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Limited Slip G80 and rear Disc Brakes were a required options with a 350 back in 1987. Your is in most cases wore out from abuse.
Ok well when I did a burnout only one tire made a mark. Does that mean the limited slip isn't worn out? I would much rather a posi...
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Old Jun 30, 2011 | 08:10 PM
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Re: 87 iroc z28 posi???

Originally Posted by 87iroczeh
Ok well when I did a burnout only one tire made a mark. Does that mean the limited slip isn't worn out? I would much rather a posi...
LIMITED SLIP & posi ...ARE the SAME.....posi is a LIMITED SLIP rear.... So it is wore out from ABUSE such as too many burnouts
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