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Old 08-25-2011, 10:12 PM   #1
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54 gmc rear end question

looking to replace the stock rear end (has previous damage) with something that will handle up to 500hp and that is the same width as stock.plan on putting a 4 link and air ride . any suggestions ? thanks
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Old 08-28-2011, 01:44 PM   #2
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Re: 54 gmc rear end question

Camaro.
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Old 08-28-2011, 02:06 PM   #3
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Re: 54 gmc rear end question

You could get a ford 9 inch they can handle the power
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Old 08-30-2011, 06:30 PM   #4
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Re: 54 gmc rear end question

9" is stronger than a camaro 10 bolt, and can be built tobe as strong as a dana stock Dana 60
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