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Diff X-member reinforcement kit??

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Scott:
Does anyone know anything about these?  What are they actually supposed to do, and are they effective?  I came accross them while looking for front diff mountings.

Diff X-member reinforcement kit

Since I am completely rebuilding the rear of my 73 small block, it wouldn't be hard to add them in if they are worthwhile, but I can't ascertain what they actually do, and I'm obviously using the wrong key words when searching.

77CVT:
I'm not sure exactly what the benefit is either.  If you don't know what it does then you probably don't need it.

If you rebuilding the whole rear end I think you'll be surprised how much better that will be anyway!

;42

jdunne:

--- Quote ---Originally posted by Scott
Does anyone know anything about these?  What are they actually supposed to do, and are they effective?  I came accross them while looking for front diff mountings.

Diff X-member reinforcement kit

Since I am completely rebuilding the rear of my 73 small block, it wouldn't be hard to add them in if they are worthwhile, but I can't ascertain what they actually do, and I'm obviously using the wrong key words when searching.
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If you are already rebuilding it the best thing to do is to make sure the diff cover is one of the reinforced heavy duty ones.....the can crack/break at the ears(where the bolts go in)quite easily....john;)

WARFARIN:
These things bolt on to the crossmember at each side of the chassis that supports the diff. There is a rubber mount there and this massive aluminium washer aledgedly reduces the movement under load. More info available at the VB&P website.

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