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Old 12-06-2009, 04:49 PM
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on AM im looking at 4.10 gears and tlok (28 spline???) for v6 mustangs..7.5".. but i CAN put an 8.8" rear end from a gt on my car.. and then buy the 8.8" parts to fit?
 
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Old 12-06-2009, 05:04 PM
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Yup, just check out local junkyards for a wreaked GT with a decent rear end.
 
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Old 12-06-2009, 05:13 PM
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alright so instead of buying the tlok to fit a 7.5", i just get the one to fit a gt. simple enough thanks!
 
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Old 12-06-2009, 06:16 PM
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Are you planning on putting more than 400hp on your car? If not then dont bother and stick with the lighter weight 7.5
 
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Old 12-06-2009, 07:06 PM
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so just get the tlok and 4.10 gears to fit stock 7.5 rear? sounds gooood
 
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Old 12-06-2009, 08:19 PM
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Ypu, unless again you plan on going for more than 400+ hp, or wanna go cheaper.
 
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