Rearend identification
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====8.5" applications==== | ====8.5" applications==== | ||
| − | + | Sometimes referred to as the "corporate 10-bolt", the GM 8.5" 10-bolt rearend began production in 1971 to replace the 8.2" and 12-bolt rearends. There was simultaneous use of the 8.2" and 8.5" rearends during the changeover period, like in the Nova. Has a 10 bolt cover as well as 10 bolts securing the ring gear. | |
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| + | The 8.5" 10-bolt GM rearend has a 30 spline pinion, uses C-clips, and could have 28 or 30 spline axles depending on the year. It uses a 1-1/4" pinion nut. | ||
====10 bolt ID==== | ====10 bolt ID==== | ||
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