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Old 09-13-2015, 09:00 PM
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What power level is a girdle worth the price tag?

Been considering one just because they look awesome, and add capacity, but don't want to feel like I'm throwing away cash. Mods in sig.
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<p>I don't think its evwr a bad idea. If you have enough power to spin the tires you can put some meaningful stress on that axle.</p>
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Im planning on getting one just for the simple fact that i know the 35s on my truck are puting a strain on my rear end, not to mention i want to hit 400-425 rwhp by time i'm done, seen enough 8.6 torn up under stock vehicles, cant imagine it lasting, without help, with any additional power!!
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Has anyone used a proform cover/girdle?? Theyre about $140 and include the studs??? Not tryin to jack thread just figured while we were on topic anyway!!
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I was looking at the T/A, haven't seen many with the proform.
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Do these things actually help the rear end live at high power levels?

I'd at least put a good LSD in it if you don't have that
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<p>I think they do...</p>
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Originally Posted by GM1697
I was looking at the T/A, haven't seen many with the proform.
Just wondering, found them and noticed price difference and that they included studs so really works out to about $40 less than the moser or the TA....

During heavy loads, the carrier actually shifts in the rear end, the girdle helps eliminate some of the movement, a good lsd or locker helps also!!!
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My 10 bolt with a stock carrier and stock rear cover took a 300-350 over and over and over..
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Not to change the direction of this thread but.....

Whats better a girdle? or a cover that gives added oil capacity like a mag-hytec?

I have already destroyed one LSD rear end and can't seem to control my right foot very well so I need anything to help ASAP!


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