Re: [Chevelle-list] Carrier rebuild
John, Thank you for the reply and I really like your 70 chevelle. I think I have finally made up my mind to go with the 3.31's. I would trade a really hard launch for being able to drive it down the interstate to work and the combination sounds really good. Thanks again Ryan
Re: [Chevelle-list] Carrier rebuild
Ryan, I am running 3.31 gears in my 12 bolt behind a TH 400. The final drive is 1:1 and I have 27" tall tires, 255/60 15's, and I am turning up around 2800 at 65 MPH. The car launches real well and I can smoke a tire or two when I want to. Just my input. John L. ACES #5597 70 LS5 TRIBUTE <http://chevellfan.com/index89.html> http://chevellfan.com/index89.html <http://www.larueclassics.com/gallery/gallery%20pages/lodanier-chv70.htm l> http://www.larueclassics.com/gallery/gallery%20pages/lodanier-chv70.html -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of langus Sent: Saturday, December 09, 2006 10:34 AM To: Chevelle Chat Forum Subject: [Chevelle-list] Carrier rebuild Have any of you guys rebuilt your 12 bolt carriers? What kit did you buy and where did you buy it? Are you happy with the kit? I've seen a couple kit that replace the clutches and that is about it. Shouldnt more of the guts be replaced while you have it apart? Any help would be appreciated. Also...anybody out there running 3.55 ring and pinion in the rearend? I think that is the set that I am going to buy but wanted some feed back on them. A buddy has 3.73 and it winds out on the interstate. I know tire size, tranny, etc... all make a difference but just wanted some quick ideas. Thanks Ryan
Re: [Chevelle-list] Carrier rebuild
Ryan, with 25 ¾" high tires I would go with 3:55 gears, your tires are not very tall so you don't want a 3:73 gear!!! A 26" tall tire with 3:55 is about the same as 28" tall tire with 3:73!! Just my 2 cents! Doug 66 Chevelle 406 SBC From: langus [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, December 10, 2006 11:40 AM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Carrier rebuild The tires I am using are on 15" rims and are 25 3/4" diameter. Unfortunately, to get me back on the road for now I am just going to plug the Saginaw 4 speed back into it then maybe later (hopefully) stick a muncie in it. That is if I can get my hands on one somewhere. I thought I read somewhere that the Muncie and Saginaw are both a 1:1 final drive so hopefully what works good with the Saginaw for a while will work just as good with the Muncie. I would like to be able to run it down the interstate to work everyonce in a while but I also dont want a pooch either. If I get the urge to smoke a tire or two I want to be able to. Not that anybody here on the list knows what that is like!! I was considering the ring and pinion install kit from Jegs with 3:31's. I think that might get me about where I would like to be. Thanks EVERYBODY for all the replies and opinions. This list has been a life saver. Thanks again Ryan
Re: [Chevelle-list] Carrier rebuild
What size rear tires do you plan to run? What transmission? Clint Hooper H&H Custom,owner 1969 El Camino protourer http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm http://www.lateral-g.net/members/hooper/ "You may find me dead one day in a ditch. But by God,you'll find me in a pile of brass." - Original Message - From: langus Also...anybody out there running 3.55 ring and pinion in the rearend? I think that is the set that I am going to buy but wanted some feed back on them. A buddy has 3.73 and it winds out on the interstate. I know tire size, tranny, etc... all make a difference but just wanted some quick ideas. Thanks Ryan
Re: [Chevelle-list] Carrier rebuild
Ryan, I'm running a 3.55 rear with a 700r4. Works real well with the OD. You will not see a big difference between a 3.73 and 3.55. If you are running a non OD trannie and highway driving is a major concern, consider a 3.08 or there about. It would keep your 65 MPH R's below 3,000. Mike - Original Message - From: langus To: Chevelle Chat Forum Sent: Saturday, December 09, 2006 11:34 AM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Carrier rebuild Have any of you guys rebuilt your 12 bolt carriers? What kit did you buy and where did you buy it? Are you happy with the kit? I've seen a couple kit that replace the clutches and that is about it. Shouldnt more of the guts be replaced while you have it apart? Any help would be appreciated. Also...anybody out there running 3.55 ring and pinion in the rearend? I think that is the set that I am going to buy but wanted some feed back on them. A buddy has 3.73 and it winds out on the interstate. I know tire size, tranny, etc... all make a difference but just wanted some quick ideas. Thanks Ryan -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.409 / Virus Database: 268.15.15/580 - Release Date: 12/8/2006
Re: [Chevelle-list] Carrier rebuild
I tried the 3.55 in my 66 with 454 but with the richmond 5 speed I felt like I was having to shift to soon. I'm now running 3.08's.
[Chevelle-list] Carrier rebuild
Have any of you guys rebuilt your 12 bolt carriers? What kit did you buy and where did you buy it? Are you happy with the kit? I've seen a couple kit that replace the clutches and that is about it. Shouldnt more of the guts be replaced while you have it apart? Any help would be appreciated. Also...anybody out there running 3.55 ring and pinion in the rearend? I think that is the set that I am going to buy but wanted some feed back on them. A buddy has 3.73 and it winds out on the interstate. I know tire size, tranny, etc... all make a difference but just wanted some quick ideas. Thanks Ryan
Re: [Chevelle-list] Carrier Rebuild?
Trooper I guess the voice of reason should tell me that I need to just bite the bullet and rebuild it. Your rightbetter to do it now while it is easy than have to do it later. Thanks Ryan
Re: [Chevelle-list] Carrier Rebuild?
That's an Eaton carrier and I would at least put new clutches and springs in it before I installed it. It would be a real disappointment if you found you had to after you got it all set up. I don't know of any way to test them out of the car. Trooper - Original Message - From: Ryan Langstraat To: Chevelle Chat Forum Sent: Thursday, August 17, 2006 5:15 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Carrier Rebuild? The carrier that I am thinking about rebuildingis an original GM 12 bolt posi. I know they have rebuild kits but I hate to do that if it is not necessary. Thanks Ryan
Re: [Chevelle-list] Carrier Rebuild?
The carrier that I am thinking about rebuildingis an original GM 12 bolt posi. I know they have rebuild kits but I hate to do that if it is not necessary. Thanks Ryan
Re: [Chevelle-list] Carrier Rebuild?
What brand? -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]On Behalf Of Devin Sent: Wednesday, August 16, 2006 8:51 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Carrier Rebuild? Ryan- Mine is a bit worn and I did some checking into it recently and found that no parts were available. I had several places tell me that my only option is to replace the unit. I may shim mine up and calling it good enough. There's really no way to tell if it's any good while it's on the bench. Devin - Original Message - From: Ryan Langstraat To: Chevelle Chat Forum Sent: Wednesday, August 16, 2006 4:50 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Carrier Rebuild? I recently purchased a used posi carrier. It seems that all the guts are in good shape. However, before I install it in the rearend I was wondering if there was some sort of a test I could do on it to check the clutches etc right now it is just the carrier no ring gear or anything on it. Any advice would be appreciated Ryan
Re: [Chevelle-list] Carrier Rebuild?
Ryan- Mine is a bit worn and I did some checking into it recently and found that no parts were available. I had several places tell me that my only option is to replace the unit. I may shim mine up and calling it good enough. There's really no way to tell if it's any good while it's on the bench. Devin - Original Message - From: Ryan Langstraat To: Chevelle Chat Forum Sent: Wednesday, August 16, 2006 4:50 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Carrier Rebuild? I recently purchased a used posi carrier. It seems that all the guts are in good shape. However, before I install it in the rearend I was wondering if there was some sort of a test I could do on it to check the clutches etc right now it is just the carrier no ring gear or anything on it. Any advice would be appreciated Ryan
[Chevelle-list] Carrier Rebuild?
I recently purchased a used posi carrier. It seems that all the guts are in good shape. However, before I install it in the rearend I was wondering if there was some sort of a test I could do on it to check the clutches etc right now it is just the carrier no ring gear or anything on it. Any advice would be appreciated Ryan
