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I've heard that the 98 rear end is slightly shorter than the 99+ rear end. Does anyone know how much shorter, and what adverse affects would arise from putting a 98 rear end in a 99 car?

Wheel clearance, performance, fit, etc.
 

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i dont think there dif
 
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I think it was the Fox chassis cars that were shorter.
 
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1.5 difference
 
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KJ Hoppus said:
i dont think there dif
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Thanks for the info everyone, does anyone know FOR SURE what years are shorter? ALso, if there IS a difference, could you use wheel spacers to make it up?
 
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