experts on 3:73 changing, help !

homerojr · 10-25-2001, 05:50 PM

I asked Downs Ford, performance motorsports, and was told that besides the ring and pinion kit, all I would need is pinion bearing and speedo gear. Is it correct?
I need to know exactly, because it'll be an foreign order.
Thanks in advance

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95 5sp GT, black with gray leather, 17 in wheels, K&N filters, MAC cat-back.

84-GT · 10-25-2001, 05:59 PM

the ring and pinion set only comes with the gears. you will also need the install kit (basically includes; bearings, crush sleeve, pinion seal, shims & marking paste).

not sure which speedo gear you need, but yes you will need one.

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84 GT,shorty headers, open dual's, bored .060, 10.5" clutch, T5, 89 heads, edelbrock Performer manifold, matched cam, 600 Holley..

never enuff & always learning..

the only sound, better than a strong running V-8, is a woman having the big 'O'

84-GT · 10-25-2001, 06:01 PM

unless specified, the kit does'nt usually contain the axle seals and bearings (as long as you have it apart, you may as well replace them)...

good luck.

homerojr · 10-26-2001, 04:25 AM

I've been through 5.0 magazine in search for ads on gear sets, and no one mention the install kit; however, maybe if I contact'em and ask for it they may include in the order.
Any suggestions on where to order. Better if next to Orlando.
Thanks again!

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95 5sp GT, black with gray leather, 17 in wheels, K&N filters, MAC cat-back.

fiveohpatrol · 10-26-2001, 10:14 AM

Summit has always treated me well and has been prompt on delivery

they have the gears and the install kit, i cant remember how much the kit is though, sorry, you'll just have to ask when you call to order

most places that sell the gears should have the install kit aswell

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88 Notch, B&M Ripper, 3.73's, Ported E7's, Explorer int. w/ ported lower, pulleys, 1.7RR's, BBK headers, off-road H-pipe, flowmasters, subframes, 65mm TB, March ram air ,MSD coil, U/L control arms, 155lph f/p, Crane Adj.FPR, Nitto drag radials, best 1/4--> 13.76@101.4 on a 2.17 60ft

homerojr · 10-26-2001, 05:00 PM

Thanks a lot fiveoh, great help!

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95 5sp GT, black with gray leather, 17 in wheels, K&N filters, MAC cat-back.

10-25-2001, 05:50 PM	#1
homerojr Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Orlando,Fl Posts: 66	experts on 3:73 changing, help ! I asked Downs Ford, performance motorsports, and was told that besides the ring and pinion kit, all I would need is pinion bearing and speedo gear. Is it correct? I need to know exactly, because it'll be an foreign order. Thanks in advance ------------------ 95 5sp GT, black with gray leather, 17 in wheels, K&N filters, MAC cat-back.

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10-25-2001, 05:59 PM	#2
84-GT Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Goin somewhere, USA Posts: 215	the ring and pinion set only comes with the gears. you will also need the install kit (basically includes; bearings, crush sleeve, pinion seal, shims & marking paste). not sure which speedo gear you need, but yes you will need one. ------------------ 84 GT,shorty headers, open dual's, bored .060, 10.5" clutch, T5, 89 heads, edelbrock Performer manifold, matched cam, 600 Holley.. never enuff & always learning.. the only sound, better than a strong running V-8, is a woman having the big 'O'

10-25-2001, 06:01 PM	#3
84-GT Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Goin somewhere, USA Posts: 215	unless specified, the kit does'nt usually contain the axle seals and bearings (as long as you have it apart, you may as well replace them)... good luck.

10-26-2001, 04:25 AM	#4
homerojr Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Orlando,Fl Posts: 66	I've been through 5.0 magazine in search for ads on gear sets, and no one mention the install kit; however, maybe if I contact'em and ask for it they may include in the order. Any suggestions on where to order. Better if next to Orlando. Thanks again! ------------------ 95 5sp GT, black with gray leather, 17 in wheels, K&N filters, MAC cat-back.

10-26-2001, 10:14 AM	#5
fiveohpatrol I'd rather be basketweaving Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Indianapolis Posts: 2,551	Summit has always treated me well and has been prompt on delivery they have the gears and the install kit, i cant remember how much the kit is though, sorry, you'll just have to ask when you call to order most places that sell the gears should have the install kit aswell ------------------ 88 Notch, B&M Ripper, 3.73's, Ported E7's, Explorer int. w/ ported lower, pulleys, 1.7RR's, BBK headers, off-road H-pipe, flowmasters, subframes, 65mm TB, March ram air ,MSD coil, U/L control arms, 155lph f/p, Crane Adj.FPR, Nitto drag radials, best 1/4--> 13.76@101.4 on a 2.17 60ft

10-26-2001, 05:00 PM	#6
homerojr Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Orlando,Fl Posts: 66	Thanks a lot fiveoh, great help! ------------------ 95 5sp GT, black with gray leather, 17 in wheels, K&N filters, MAC cat-back.