GEARS!!

[MadHandle8169]

I know this has probably been asked about 100 times but I don't feel like doing a search. Can someone list the parts needed for a 3.73 gear install and the approximate price.

Just let me know if I'm missing anything or don't need something.

3.73 Gears Rack and Pinion~Approx. $140
Gear Install Kit~$90
? Tooth Gear~$15
Reputable Shop to do Labor~$200-$300

Also are things such as the trac-loc necessary to rebuilt. My car does have 110,000 miles on it however it still runs amazing. Sure there are a couple of rattles but other than that it is fine. So any suggestions would be helpful. Thanks!

 

[DFG 5OH]

you should rebuild the trac loc while you rin there, its only 50 for the rebuild kit. Everything you have sounds right, but go ahead and add the trac loc rebuilt

 

[Gt1995]

you oughta check the FAQ sticky thread at the top

 

[SWYZ721]

sorry to hijack, but with the trac-lok rebuild kit, do you have to remove the actual ring gear? How hard would it be? Everyone says to leave the gear changes to a proffessional, what about the rebuild? I'd imagine if I didn't have to pull the ring it would take away a lot of the challenge and risk, of damaging you rear end. Anyone know how easy the rebuild is?

 

[RIO5.0]

SWYZ721...your correct....the ring gear stays on when you rebuild the Trak-Loc..You need to pull C-clips to undo the axles, undo the bearing caps, then just pull the entire dif out....put the mother on a bench and have at it..
I opted to add the extra (4th) clutch in mine when i did the rebuild, gives it a little extra grip...
Corral has an excellant tech on 8.8 rebuild/gear swap...gives you the skinny on how to do it....http://www.corral.net/tech/drivetrain/gears.html

MadHandle8169..at 110k and adding gears I would def do the Trak-loc...lets face it, your gonna be pounding on it afterwards and the first thing to give out will be the 110k clutches and she'll be into one wheel peels before you know it... Spend the 50.00 for the kit..

 

[MadHandle8169]

Thanks for all the responses. I don't mind that you jacked my thread either. I didn't know the rebuild kit was that cheap I guess I was looking at a brand new trac-loc. For only $50 I will definitely do it.

 

[AznStanger3v]

3.73 Gears Rack and Pinion~Approx. $140
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why do you need 3.73s in the steering system?

jk. its so easy to do a gear install. with the right tools, itll only take about 2 1/2 to 3 hours. ive cranked them out that fast. its all about setting the preload, pinion depth, and backlash.