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My third member grenaded last year. Want to get my ride back on the road. Mostly street driven, some 4x4. Probably looking at a limited slip.
At what amount of abuse is a 31 spline a good idea?
What vendors do you suggest for a complete 3rd member?
How different is a $900 chunk from speedway motors, compared to $1700 from wild horses?
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Just my two cents but if I were driving mine "mostly on the street," I'd call this guy ...

http://fortcollins.craigslist.org/pts/5408333725.html
1968 3.5" Lift on 31's Front serpentine belt ViperBuilt 4x4x2 PS C4 '66 Speedo '66 Horn Button- STROPPE goodies: Steering Wheel, Roll Bar, Cactus Smasher
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What ratio are you looking for?
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3.50
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I would be cautious using limited slip on the street. With both rear wheels turning in snow, the ride gets a little squirrelly. If you're looking for mostly street and mild off-road, open carrier would do fine and save you money too.

Mickphatmac is pointing you in the right direction with the CL ad. That guy has helped several club members.
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I may have a 3:5 rear chunk you could have, let me check
1977 Sport, 351w OBDII EFI motor, 4R70W auto, 4:88 gears, ARB lockers, 3.5" suspension, 33" tires.
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Sorry, must have sold it already
1977 Sport, 351w OBDII EFI motor, 4R70W auto, 4:88 gears, ARB lockers, 3.5" suspension, 33" tires.
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Rox Crusher wrote:Sorry, must have sold it already


I think to me. I'd offer it up but I think we took a nick out of the pinion cutting the race off of it.
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I too wouldn't buy brand new unless you're making a show truck. So many used options out there for way cheap.
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Mc.p sent me in the right direction. Went to that guy and i am back on the road.
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