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Old Sep 3, 2007 | 02:28 PM
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I'm pretty new to domestic.. I want to get 3.73 gears and a limited slip differential for a 99 GT. Which brands are good for these parts? I'm all about saving money, but I don't want anything that's going to break. It's a daily driver with alot of highway use. I don't know much about LSDs, so I really have no idea what to look out for there.

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Old Sep 3, 2007 | 02:40 PM
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For gears, go with Ford Racing or Motive. Ford Racing are a bit more expensive, but that is what I went for.

Your car already has limited slip. There is no reason to replace it unless it is worn out or you actually need an upgrade.
Old Sep 3, 2007 | 02:41 PM
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The stock TracLoc ain't too bad for mild/street applications. I would rebuild it while I was in there, but if everything is nice and tight I wouldn't worry about it. A good LSD will set you back $400+.

Most people here prefer FRPP or Motive gears and avoid Richmond.

Old Sep 3, 2007 | 02:52 PM
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eaton or detroit for the differential but then your gonna need to buy new axles because nobody upgrades a diff and retains the 28 spline axles, defeats the purpose a little.

but like said above you already have limited slip so unless you plan on runnin drag radials or slicks, you should be alrite with jus gears
Old Sep 3, 2007 | 05:18 PM
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ORIGINAL: livefast1

eaton or detroit for the differential but then your gonna need to buy new axles because nobody upgrades a diff and retains the 28 spline axles, defeats the purpose a little.

but like said above you already have limited slip so unless you plan on runnin drag radials or slicks, you should be alrite with jus gears
well i dunno i believe code still has 28 spline axles but they are forged. They've been holding up just fine for him. And im sure he's pulled 1.5 60 ft times before so i dunno...but yea for the peace of mind i guess 31 splines are better.
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