8 inch rear to a 9 inch

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  1. maverick1970

    maverick1970 MCG State Rep

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    Here is the thread for the housings

    http://mmb.maverick.to/showthread.php?t=59002
     
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  2. ZaksComet

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    My goal is to turn my stock rear end of my 72 Comet into a positive traction. My buddy said it would be cheaper switch it to a 9 inch rear positive traction. My just trying to find the best and cheapest way do make it a posi overall.
     
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    I put 3:80's and a new Traction Lock in my 8" for about $550.00....Lighter than the 9" too

    Did you have the stock 8 inch rear?
     
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    Yep, it was in the car when i got it
     
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    Ahh ok, how does it drive with that now? i may just do that instead
     
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    fingers crossed! :clap:
     
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    don't know if these two words go in the same sentence...
     
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    Drives great but if it's for an everyday driver without an overdrive, the 3:80's may be a little steep....Might be better with something closer to 3:25-3:50
     
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    IIRC, there can be a weight penalty of about 40 lbs, using a 9 inch vs an 8 inch. An 8 inch will stand up to a lot under a light car like ours if built right.
     
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    i think i may take the plunge and just do that to turn it into a posi then
     
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    DaMadman 3 pedals & 8cylinders=FUN

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    You should look into this

    http://www.richmondgear.com/powertrax/lockright.html

    or this

    http://www.richmondgear.com/powertrax/noslip.html

    you can do either one yourself with limited knowledge. I had NEVER seen the inside of a rearend before installing mine and I just followed the instructions that came with it and a couple added instructions from the internet and mine has been in for 2 years now and I have not been easy on it to say the least.

    BTW either of these install into a stock 8 inch rear.
     
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    I like that, how much does that run you?
     
    ZaksComet, Jan 12, 2012
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