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Old Apr 10, 2019 | 04:13 PM
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Tips on finding a good rear end

I've been building my 1985 z/28 for about a year now and Im pretty sure it has the 3.23 rear end gears and it could really use more pep. I have a 305 with a big cam, 650cfm carb, summit racing headers, performer rpm intake mani, and a 5speed behind it. Im looking into 3.73 gears but I want to find something thats already built and together for a good price. maybe that doesn't exist, just trying to find something to bolt in and go. Thanks!
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Old Apr 10, 2019 | 05:44 PM
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From: Rochester NY
Car: 1984 z28
Engine: 355
Transmission: 700r4
Axle/Gears: Moser 9" 4.11
Re: Tips on finding a good rear end

Where are you located? I have a 10 bolt for sale
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Old Apr 10, 2019 | 06:13 PM
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Re: Tips on finding a good rear end

California, small town in inyo county. How much are you selling it for?
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Old Apr 10, 2019 | 07:24 PM
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Car: 1984 z28
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Re: Tips on finding a good rear end

I'm on the other side of the country, wouldn't be worth it
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Old Apr 10, 2019 | 07:32 PM
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Car: 86 Imponte Ruiner 450GT, 91 Formula
Engine: 350 Vortec, FIRST TPI, 325 RWHP
Transmission: 700R4 3000 stall.
Axle/Gears: 9 Bolt Torsen 3.70
Re: Tips on finding a good rear end

Changing the gears is arguably just about as easy as swapping the rear end. Pick which foolishness you want to deal with - R&P setup, or all the moving, lifting, and brake system foolishness associated with swapping the whole tube. Personally I would rather do the gear setup myself so I know it's done right. 10 bolt gears are CHEAP. Alternatively if you are going to swap the whole thing find a 99 to 01 fourth gen rear with the Torsen in it.

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