theres a few others that now carry that ring and pinion. I would do it, but I
live at almost 8,000 feet elevation and at that altitude, I have lost a few
ponies and don't think my 235 will pull at that elevation. I wish i had a 261,
then it could.
new mexico jim
51 two ton dump
51 ½ ton
Wayne Osborne wrote:
> The only place that sells any replacment ring/pinion set is Patricks...
> They sell a 3.38:1 setup for 399.95...Phone # 520-836-1117 or e-mail them
> at patstrks@aol.com.. this setup will fit the 55-62 rear ends....wayne
>
> >Hello everyone,
> >I was hoping to get some information on the possibility of changing rear
> end ratios. My rpms on the highway are high (3400-3600) if I want to keep
> up with traffic (65-70 mph). I have a 59 Apache stepside that now has a
> Chevy 350 motor and TH400 trans. I believe the rear is the original
> (probably has a 4.10 or close to it)and looks as if the the rear case can
> be opened in the front as well as the rear.
> >
> >My question(s) are: is there a supplier of different ratio ring and
> pinions and is there a complete rear rebuild kit. I was hoping to convert
> to a ratio around 3.20-3.50.
> >
> >I have done a few ring and pinions swaps before on newer muscle cars and
> was wondering if anyone has had experience with a vintage rear end and if
> there were any main concerns that should be addressed as compared to newer
> more popular rears.
> >
> >Thanks a bunch
> >Scott
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