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Old May 15, 2013 | 11:49 PM
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Car: 1984 Trans Am Recaro Edition
Engine: 355 L98 Vortec 226/234 custom cam
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1LE 10-bolts

Anybody have any thing to say about these rear ends?

Are they better or on par with the 9 bolt?

What makes them better, other than the bigger brakes, than a early 80's 10-bolt?

Thanks!
Chuck
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Old May 15, 2013 | 11:57 PM
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Car: 1989-92 FORMULA350 305 92 Hawkclone
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Re: 1LE 10-bolts

Waaay better brakes than the early cars, a few more axle splines but thats about all.
9 bolt is a bit stronger but nothing to write home about.
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Old May 16, 2013 | 12:15 AM
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Re: 1LE 10-bolts

Any pointers on what I need to ensure a smooth conversion to the brakes?

If I currently have a early 10 bolt and wanted to convert to a 1LE 10 bolt..what do i need to think about?

I know I will need bigger rotors and pads(?) do I need anything else, like a proportioning valve.....different brake lines... what other unforeseen consequences can be anticipated?
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Old May 16, 2013 | 12:17 AM
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Re: 1LE 10-bolts

What ratio did they come as? 3.73?
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Old May 16, 2013 | 12:34 AM
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Re: 1LE 10-bolts

B4 someone else beats me to it. All the questions your asking about have been answered a million times.
https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/brak...se-search.html

The brake board will have the info you seek.

Autos 2.73-3.23. 5spd cars got 3.42 10 bolt and 3.45 in the 9bolt
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Old May 16, 2013 | 06:30 AM
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Re: 1LE 10-bolts

And check the FAQ's. Why would I suggest that?

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