How do I know what rear end my S10 is?
How to Identify an S-10 Rear End
- Look under the rear of the vehicle. The rear end is centrally located between the rear wheels.
- Match the shape of the differential cover on the back of the rear end housing to the gasket shape chart found on Roadkill Customs Differential Identification page.
Does S10 have limited slip?
Chevrolet S10 models generally use the GM 7.5-inch rear differential, however, certain models were equipped with the GM 8.5-inch differential. Both differentials were available as limited slip, positraction differentials.
How wide is a S10 rear end?
Finding a good rear end for your project: S10 2WD’s have a drum to drum mounting width of 54.5″ which is perfect for a T-Bucket with larger back wheels. The Blazer and 4WD models have about 4.5-5″ more overall width and works well for 26 and newer fender-less roadsters, and 23 style T’s with narrower rear wheels.
How can you tell the difference between an 8.2 and 8.5 rear end?
Another way to tell the difference between an 8.2 and an 8.5 rearend is to pull the cover and look at the bolt holding the spider gear crosspin. If it takes a 1/2-inch wrench to remove it, it’s an 8.2. If it takes a 5/16-inch wrench to remove it, it’s an 8.5.
How do I identify my Chevy rear axle?
How do I identify my GM rear axle? The rear cover’s shape and the number of bolts are identifying features for GM rear differentials. The round 10-bolt cover with a bulge for the ring gear identifies this axle assembly as an 8.5-inch 10-bolt.
Is Posi the same as limited slip?
Registered. Posi and limited slip are both the same thing. Standard rear end “Peg leg”, both back wheels always propel the car but the power goes to the wheel that spins the fastest. So if one side spins out, all the power goes to that wheel..
How do I identify a GM limited slip differential?
If the ID tag or stamp is missing or unreadable, differentials can be identified by the number of cover bolts, the distinctive shape of the cover, the number of ring gear bolts, and ring gear diameter. They can also be identified by whether the center section is an integral or dropout design.
How wide is a s10 rear end backing plate to backing plate?
A 2WD S-10 rearend is 48″ backing plate to backing plate. A 4WD S-10 is 52″ wide.
How wide is an s10 rearend?
54-3/8″ wide from WMS-WMS (wheel mating surface) is what i’ve been told & the s10 4×4 are 60″.
How much horsepower can a 8.2 10-bolt handle?
Roughly 550 to 600 HP total. No slicks, drag radials. No problems with the 8.2 at all. I used the stock diff., the Auburn would be better.
How can I tell if I have a 8.2 GM rear end?
How do I identify my GM rear end?
Identify your GMC or Chevrolet rear end gear ratio by the RPO Codes, usually located on the placard labeled “Service Parts Identification” inside the drivers door panel or glove box.