Got a 9" rearend for the truck - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

softballnrd27 · 11-04-2010, 10:33 AM

I picked up a complete drum to drum 9" rear for $50 last night. I couldn't get there fast enough to pick it up. I will have more pics and details of the teardown this weekend.

blazer2007 · 11-04-2010, 10:37 AM

I just got one for my blazer,we,ll have to keep in touch on progress

**N2TRUX** · 11-04-2010, 10:39 AM

Nice score, but why? I would rather run a GM 12 bolt.

crossy's son · 11-04-2010, 10:54 AM

FORD part on a CHEVY ?!?!??!?!

LOL just kidding the ford 9' is the only thing ford ever did good on LOL.

Keep us update

canadian trucker · 11-04-2010, 10:59 AM

Nice Score

Quote:

Originally Posted by N2TRUX

Nice score, but why? I would rather run a GM 12 bolt.

Here is the reason I would run a 9 inch in my truck

http://www.chevyhiperformance.com/te...son/index.html

Just some good all around info

**N2TRUX** · 11-04-2010, 11:15 AM

I understand the advantages of a 9" rear and don't care if its GM or Ford built. I question the application because in most cases the 12 bolt will hold up just fine. The additional expense of building a 9" to fit our trucks doesn't seem worth it for "most" applications. Not when you can buy a 12 bolt and drop it right in.

From the article you linked to-

Ultimately, the selection of 9-inch vs. 12-bolt comes down to personal preference. If you are building a cruiser and want to keep everything GM, the 12-bolt is more than capable of taking the abuse. On the other hand, if you plan to flog your Bow Tie machine with slicks and lots of torque, it's hard to beat the 9-inch's strength and ease of service. Both are great pieces, so we'll let you decide.

scooterskoolkustoms · 11-04-2010, 11:25 AM

OK ford rear ,whats next mustang II frontend?

canadian trucker · 11-04-2010, 01:33 PM

N2TRUX

"ease of service"

Is my selling point.

Not bad talking the 12 bolt, but I like simplicity. (not that I ever take the easy route)

But everyone may and will have their own choice

softballnrd27 · 11-06-2010, 11:52 AM

I plan on having slicks and eventually lots of torque. The cost comparison between building a 12 bolt compared to a 9", I will come out a little cheaper with the 9". The 9" is one of the strongest rearends out there and are alot easier to change gears in as well.

63chevyll · 11-06-2010, 12:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by softballnrd27

I plan on having slicks and eventually lots of torque. The cost comparison between building a 12 bolt compared to a 9", I will come out a little cheaper with the 9". The 9" is one of the strongest rearends out there and are alot easier to change gears in as well.

im not bashing on you, but when people say "easier to change gears"

yeah, cuz in our street trucks we change gears all the time .

i like 9's but for the right application, even well built 9's cost some coin.

i have about 1800 in mine. could have built 3 12 bolts for that

softballnrd27 · 11-06-2010, 12:48 PM

When I said easier to change gears, I meant it is easier for me to do the gear set-up and to actually work on them.
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87chevy.com · 11-06-2010, 04:38 PM

I stuck a 9" under my old 87... I had a built 496, built th400 and had a shop build the 9"... wasnt cheap either... probally had 1200 in it when it was done w/o axles... stock axles stock ford pattern

Re located the shocks and new spring perches and u-joints that fit and I was golden.
clint

RuralRoute C-30 · 11-06-2010, 08:52 PM

Not too familar with the topic but it reminded me of this 9" that has been for sale for about a couple of months now. This guy has been trying for a few months to get rid of a lot of similar stuff I've noticed plus has some bbc motors advertised.
http://chambana.craigslist.org/pts/2045725770.html
http://chambana.craigslist.org/pts/2045666121.html

A chrome rear-end? And I thought I was the only one who looked at chrome as color!

Mark

KQQL IT · 11-06-2010, 09:39 PM

My 9'' cost more than a 12 bolt by 200$ and its still a better piece that ill never have to revisit ever. Btw show me 3:82 gear for a truck 12 bolt lol

11-04-2010, 10:33 AM	#1
softballnrd27 Always a work in progress Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Harker Heights, TX Posts: 1,599	Got a 9" rearend for the truck I picked up a complete drum to drum 9" rear for $50 last night. I couldn't get there fast enough to pick it up. I will have more pics and details of the teardown this weekend. __________________ USMC Retired Never trust a man who can't laugh at his own fart! 2010 Silverado Crew Cab 73 SWB 5.3/4l80e Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=695168

11-04-2010, 10:37 AM	#2
blazer2007 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: vernon b.c. Posts: 3,022	Re: Got a 9" rearend for the truck I just got one for my blazer,we,ll have to keep in touch on progress

11-04-2010, 10:39 AM	#3
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: Got a 9" rearend for the truck Nice score, but why? I would rather run a GM 12 bolt. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

11-04-2010, 10:54 AM	#4
crossy's son Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Pennsville, New jersey (southern) Posts: 143	Re: Got a 9" rearend for the truck FORD part on a CHEVY ?!?!??!?! LOL just kidding the ford 9' is the only thing ford ever did good on LOL. Keep us update __________________ Mine- '91 GMC RCSB 2wd, 350tbi, 5 speed, 3.42 G80 -Dad/Me Projects/Toys 75 SWB Silverado Factory 454, Th400 87 SWB Silverado 305tbi, 700r4, 2.73's...17.4 @74mph a couple dodge cummins trucks. PLEASE DO NOT MESSAGE ME ABOUT FACTORY TACH DASHES, I AM NOT MY FATHER AND I KNOW VERY LITTLE ABOUT THEM. Thanks

11-04-2010, 11:15 AM	#6
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: Got a 9" rearend for the truck I understand the advantages of a 9" rear and don't care if its GM or Ford built. I question the application because in most cases the 12 bolt will hold up just fine. The additional expense of building a 9" to fit our trucks doesn't seem worth it for "most" applications. Not when you can buy a 12 bolt and drop it right in. From the article you linked to- Ultimately, the selection of 9-inch vs. 12-bolt comes down to personal preference. If you are building a cruiser and want to keep everything GM, the 12-bolt is more than capable of taking the abuse. On the other hand, if you plan to flog your Bow Tie machine with slicks and lots of torque, it's hard to beat the 9-inch's strength and ease of service. Both are great pieces, so we'll let you decide. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra" Last edited by N2TRUX; 11-04-2010 at 11:17 AM.

11-04-2010, 11:25 AM	#7
scooterskoolkustoms Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: so cal Posts: 436	Re: Got a 9" rearend for the truck OK ford rear ,whats next mustang II frontend? __________________ big old burb in primer.lot of work to do.

11-04-2010, 01:33 PM	#8
canadian trucker A day should have 30 hours. Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: BC, Canada Posts: 248	Re: Got a 9" rearend for the truck N2TRUX "ease of service" Is my selling point. Not bad talking the 12 bolt, but I like simplicity. (not that I ever take the easy route) But everyone may and will have their own choice

11-06-2010, 11:52 AM	#9
softballnrd27 Always a work in progress Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Harker Heights, TX Posts: 1,599	Re: Got a 9" rearend for the truck I plan on having slicks and eventually lots of torque. The cost comparison between building a 12 bolt compared to a 9", I will come out a little cheaper with the 9". The 9" is one of the strongest rearends out there and are alot easier to change gears in as well. __________________ USMC Retired Never trust a man who can't laugh at his own fart! 2010 Silverado Crew Cab 73 SWB 5.3/4l80e Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=695168

11-06-2010, 12:48 PM	#11
softballnrd27 Always a work in progress Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Harker Heights, TX Posts: 1,599	Re: Got a 9" rearend for the truck When I said easier to change gears, I meant it is easier for me to do the gear set-up and to actually work on them. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ USMC Retired Never trust a man who can't laugh at his own fart! 2010 Silverado Crew Cab 73 SWB 5.3/4l80e Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=695168

11-06-2010, 04:38 PM	#12
87chevy.com BMW & ASE Master Certified Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 1,256	Re: Got a 9" rearend for the truck I stuck a 9" under my old 87... I had a built 496, built th400 and had a shop build the 9"... wasnt cheap either... probally had 1200 in it when it was done w/o axles... stock axles stock ford pattern Re located the shocks and new spring perches and u-joints that fit and I was golden. clint __________________ 1987 Silverado - L83 5.3 w/ 6L80e ,A/C,P/W,P/L,TILT, HID projectors, Wilwood C-10 Pro Spindles w/ 2018 silverado front brakes & C-5 Corvette Rear Disc Brakes 1999 BMW 528i - 5.7 LS1 w/ 4l60e, Ford 8.8 IRS w31 spline posi & FX-r projector retrofit New project: 2006 BMW x5 6cyl AWD to L83 6l80e 4wd to 2WD / RWD A poor man buy's it twice finally got my domain name back, 87chevy.com.... site rework in progress

11-06-2010, 08:52 PM	#13
RuralRoute C-30 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: East Central Illinois Posts: 511	Re: Got a 9" rearend for the truck Not too familar with the topic but it reminded me of this 9" that has been for sale for about a couple of months now. This guy has been trying for a few months to get rid of a lot of similar stuff I've noticed plus has some bbc motors advertised. http://chambana.craigslist.org/pts/2045725770.html http://chambana.craigslist.org/pts/2045666121.html A chrome rear-end? And I thought I was the only one who looked at chrome as color! Mark __________________ 1985 Chevy C-30 Hydraulic Dump Bed 2001 Saturn SC2 (go to work car) 2010 PT Cruiser (wife's car) "Reality is just a hallucination brought on by lack of alcohol."

11-06-2010, 09:39 PM	#14
KQQL IT At the body shop. Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Land of fruits and nuts. Posts: 5,165	Re: Got a 9" rearend for the truck My 9'' cost more than a 12 bolt by 200$ and its still a better piece that ill never have to revisit ever. Btw show me 3:82 gear for a truck 12 bolt lol __________________ " That didnt make it any newer " " Dont antique the equipment " Last edited by KQQL IT; 11-07-2010 at 02:15 AM. Reason: Afterthought



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