My car has a 7.5" rear end. How much of the suspension would be compatible with an 8.5" rear end? Do I need the control arms from the 8.5"?
Not sure. I haven't called on it yet.eversmann79 said:from a gn or 442 rear?
*noted.*Chris Van said:Direct bolt in.... If you are getting the 8.5 out of a donor car just MAKE SURE you get the driveshaft too. You will need it too....
If not.... I have just what you need....
I was just about to call the guy. He has it listed for $400 which I'd assume isn't bad for an 8.5 posi if it's in alright condition. While I'm talking to ya, how much did it cost to get that 12 bolt in your Monte?JBreu said:Direct bolt in, only you will need to have your shaft shortened 1". BTW, How much you getting it for??? 8)
$400.00 is a steal, even if it's an open differential...I bought mine on E-Bay a few years back for $800.00 and it cost like $150.00 to get her shipped up here from Indiana....then something like $250.00 or sop for the 12 bolt swap kit (upper/lower control arms) from UMI performance.... 8)307 Regal said:I was just about to call the guy. He has it listed for $400 which I'd assume isn't bad for an 8.5 posi if it's in alright condition. While I'm talking to ya, how much did it cost to get that 12 bolt in your Monte?JBreu said:Direct bolt in, only you will need to have your shaft shortened 1". BTW, How much you getting it for??? 8)
Was the rear from an A-Body? I'm just curious because I've (technically) got access to a 12 bolt from a '71 GMC Sprint and ever since I saw your car on here I've been kicking the idea around..JBreu said:$400.00 is a steal, even if it's an open differential...I bought mine on E-Bay a few years back for $800.00 and it cost like $150.00 to get her shipped up here from Indiana....then something like $250.00 or sop for the 12 bolt swap kit (upper/lower control arms) from UMI performance.... 8)307 Regal said:I was just about to call the guy. He has it listed for $400 which I'd assume isn't bad for an 8.5 posi if it's in alright condition. While I'm talking to ya, how much did it cost to get that 12 bolt in your Monte?JBreu said:Direct bolt in, only you will need to have your shaft shortened 1". BTW, How much you getting it for??? 8)
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