I have a 1964 fuel coupe that I don't plan to drive much more, it has a 4.11 rearend in it (come from the factory with), but for the limited time that I plan to use it I would like to install a 4.56 rearend. My question does anyone know were I can purchase a NOS or a GOOD rebuilder of such units?
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Re: changing rearend ratio
Mike-----
Finding an NOS complete 4.56:1 rear carrier assembly will be difficult. Even if you could find one, the price would be withering.
Finding a complete, rebuilt unit will not be too difficult, but it won't be inexpensive. Expect to pay about $500, plus about $250-300 for the core charge, plus shipping. The following sources can help you out with a high quality rebuilt unit:
1) Bairs Corvette, Lineville, PA (www.bairs.com)
2) Van Steel, Clearwater, FL (www.vansteel.com)
3) Carter's Corvette, Livermore, CA 925-449-2176In Appreciation of John Hinckley -
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not to be a jerk but that is a big waste of time!Comment
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I agree. I watched a friend do that one time and turned a car that could be driven somewhere into one that couldn't. Unless you like going down the road at 70 mph with the engine buzzing at 5000 rpm.Comment
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Unless you plan on serious drag racing I don't see the point of a 4.56. Even 4.11s are pretty short. Nowadays many are considering going to lower numberical ratios to make cruising a bit easier.
I think most of us have passed the "0-60" stage of life.
DukeComment
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Did you get your question answered? *NM*
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duke back when my source of car payments was street racing money,4.56,4.88 and even 5.13 was the weapon of choice.Comment
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