12 bolt axles

[turbojet427]

I called and spoke to every axle company I could. Strange said they wouldn't run their c-clip axles in anything with potential of running mid 11's. Currie and Mark Williams do not make c-clip axles, but they both reccomended that I go to Tom's Axles. I spoke with Tom's Axles and was pleased with what I heard in my conversation. I ordered a set through them.

[John Brown]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: turbojet427</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I called and spoke to every axle company I could. Strange said they wouldn't run their c-clip axles in anything with potential of running mid 11's.</div></div>

As you all probably know, there is a lot of difference in shock loading on an axle depending upon whether you have an automatic transmission or a clutch car. With an 11.50 automatic car you could darned near get away with factory axles, at least for a short time.

[EZ Nova]

Turbo, you said you didn't want to &quot;lose&quot; the original 12 bolt, correct? So are you getting another rear for the car? IF you are, I would just get a 9&quot; or Dana. BUT if your stuck on a 12 bolt, there are plenty of makers to use. BUT make sure you tell them it for a STREETCAR that will see SOME strip time.

In my '69 Nova, I've been running the stock 12 and axles for a while. Bet you I have 150 hits on them as we speak. BUT mine is a 550Hp, M21/'glide with brake deal that ALWAYS has 9&quot; slick on the car. With the 4 speed, I put the front wheels about 26&quot; in the air. Car run 10.40's N/a and there is some spray, but never off the line.


Just some food for thought.

[turbojet427]

Thanks! That is what I explained mostly a street car, but some strip time. I would like to change the rear end maybe next year, but don't trust the stock axles until I get to that point.