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BigBlocksRule · 10-29-2010, 08:14 AM

Start looking for a 2WD 14-bolt semi-floater rearend, the stock POS won't make it past the first 1-2 shift. The 14-bolt can handle it, though. You can use 12-bolt backing plates and drums, but you'll have to have the axles redrilled if you want to stick with 5-lugs.
Most builders will tell you that your headers are too big, those are about right for a hot 496. I wouldn't worry, though, it'll only cost you a bit of hp and tq, but it'll sure sound good!

10-29-2010, 08:14 AM	#38
BigBlocksRule Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Lubbock, TX Posts: 2,047	Re: which one would you build? Start looking for a 2WD 14-bolt semi-floater rearend, the stock POS won't make it past the first 1-2 shift. The 14-bolt can handle it, though. You can use 12-bolt backing plates and drums, but you'll have to have the axles redrilled if you want to stick with 5-lugs. Most builders will tell you that your headers are too big, those are about right for a hot 496. I wouldn't worry, though, it'll only cost you a bit of hp and tq, but it'll sure sound good!