All late models are basically interchangeable (all square tail diffs, as
well as any GT6 would fit since they all have the larger flanges) The 6
stud is most likely a GT6 and would need the inner most set of holes
plugged leaving the only four outer holes for the spring housing. However,
76 and
GT6 diffs likely 3.27 ratio, your Spitfire was 3.89.
I put a 3.27 in my 1974 Spitfire once and it is a bear to get off from a
start and low revs while driving.
Also the 1971 and 1972 Spitfire diffs are 4.11 ratio like the early round
tail.
Above information from memory...
You should open the diff
This was listed on Craigslist in Albany, NY area
http://www.facebook.com/l/6be56;albany.craigslist.org/cto/1469363402.html
Clark
Clark W. Nicholls
1972 Stag 1974 Spitfire (and 1 rusty GT6 needing restoration)
Reality, it's not what you think.
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