sic7camaro
May 7th, 09, 03:24 AM
im getting a 73 nova rear end 8.5, just wanted to know if this is better then the 8.2 3.36 eaton posi 28spline thats in my camaro.i wanna know if i can upgrade the 8.5 to 30spline and will this rear end work in my car?
Eric Kammerer
May 7th, 09, 04:54 AM
Yes. Yes. and Yes.
If you advance search "8.5 axles" for posts by "big gear head", you'll find lots of discussion and very nearly a complete parts listing from Freddie, one of our rear axle gurus.
http://www.camaros.net/forums/showthread.php?t=156026&highlight=8.5+axles
big gear head
May 7th, 09, 05:45 AM
The 8.5 can be built much stronger than the 8.2. I recommend a new 30 spline Eaton posi, 30 spline Moser axles and a good installation kit. The gears are up to you. The plug welds on the 8.5 are not very good, so if you plan on beating on this rear end I recommend having the axle tubes fully welded with nickel.