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91 HATCH

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can anyone tell me what this code from the tag on my rearend says im trying to find out what gears i have


S217A

3L08 88 2H17
 

Shakerhood

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Should be a 3.08 Traction Lock and you should have a "Z" Code on your Door Sticker.
 

91 HATCH

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what is the z code about im going out to look at it
 

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The "Z" on the Door means 3.08 Traction Lock Rear!
 

HISSIN50

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91 HATCH said:
im trying to find out what gears i have
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When people swap gears, they dont get new gear tags.
You will have to count the number of DS turns per one wheel revolution.
 

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I WILL DO THAT
 

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Most of the time people pull the Tag off when they swap gears, but counting the Driveshaft turns is a surefire way.
 

ryan218

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just pull the cover off the diff...rotat the wheels with the stang in neutral..(on jack stands) and you will see what gears you have, and what condition there in..
 
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