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Old Nov 11, 2005 | 01:46 PM
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I'm going to buy some 3.73s for my 7.5. It's not looking good for an 8.8 at a decent price. I found some Motive 3.73s for only $138. Any reason to get Ford Racing over these? Or any other brand?

Also, I'm about to order a TrueTrac.
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Old Nov 11, 2005 | 02:12 PM
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Ive never heard anything bad about Motive gears. I know alot of people using them, personally, and they havent had any problems. I have Motive myself. Ive heard of more problems using FRPP from casting flaws, etc. than I have with Motive. Its a name I know, and one I trust. Good price on them too... you wont beat it.
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Old Nov 11, 2005 | 03:07 PM
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Originally posted by Zodiac@November 11, 2005, 5:15 PM
Ive never heard anything bad about Motive gears. I know alot of people using them, personally, and they havent had any problems. I have Motive myself. Ive heard of more problems using FRPP from casting flaws, etc. than I have with Motive. Its a name I know, and one I trust. Good price on them too... you wont beat it.
Ok, thanks!

Well I called a local place to see about getting them installed. If they order the parts it will be $350, if I order the parts it will be $400. They are supposed to be the best place in town. :bang:
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Old Nov 11, 2005 | 05:19 PM
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Originally posted by Zodiac@November 11, 2005, 1:15 PM
Ive never heard anything bad about Motive gears. I know alot of people using them, personally, and they havent had any problems. I have Motive myself. Ive heard of more problems using FRPP from casting flaws, etc. than I have with Motive. Its a name I know, and one I trust. Good price on them too... you wont beat it.
Well, I guess if Zodiac already has the Motives, he can vouch for them.. I would say it doesnt matter, just get the best priced value.. If its a good shop, they will stand behind their work..

$138 is a good price.. You really cant pass that up!
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Old Nov 11, 2005 | 05:20 PM
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Ok, a little update. I found a local place that does only race cars(usually), they will do it for only $280. My racer buddy hooked me up.
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Old Nov 11, 2005 | 05:21 PM
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Originally posted by MSP@November 11, 2005, 8:22 PM
Well, I guess if Zodiac already has the Motives, he can vouch for them.. I would say it doesnt matter, just get the best priced value.. If its a good shop, they will stand behind their work..

$138 is a good price.. You really cant pass that up!
Yeah, I'm going to go for it. You'll be happy to know I decided to stick with the 7.5.
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Old Nov 11, 2005 | 05:21 PM
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Originally posted by Jimp@November 11, 2005, 4:23 PM
Ok, a little update. I found a local place that does only race cars(usually), they will do it for only $280. My racer buddy hooked me up.
$20 bucks cheaper than what I was quoted.. Nice job!!

Maybe you can see if they can get you an 8.8, if thats what you really want...??
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Old Nov 11, 2005 | 05:23 PM
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Originally posted by MSP@November 11, 2005, 8:24 PM
$20 bucks cheaper than what I was quoted.. Nice job!!

Maybe you can see if they can get you an 8.8, if thats what you really want...??
It's going to be too much money. Maybe if I break this rearend. But like you said, I'll be pretty happy if I'm making so much power I break the TrueTrac.
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Old Nov 11, 2005 | 07:22 PM
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I've got the Motive gears also... no problems or complaints...

I think the 7.5 is tougher than a lot of people would have you believe... LOL! After talking to a few guys I really trust I'm not so worried with my rear end... especially if I just run street tires... LOL! and of course having a n automatic helps too...
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Old Nov 11, 2005 | 07:28 PM
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Originally posted by scrming@November 11, 2005, 10:25 PM
I've got the Motive gears also... no problems or complaints...

I think the 7.5 is tougher than a lot of people would have you believe... LOL! After talking to a few guys I really trust I'm not so worried with my rear end... especially if I just run street tires... LOL! and of course having a n automatic helps too...
Yeah I think it will be ok. If I get serious I will get some Moser axles. I plan on waiting for the low profile girdle by Powerhouse.
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Old Nov 11, 2005 | 09:27 PM
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Where did you find those Motives for $138?!! Heck of a deal!
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Old Nov 11, 2005 | 09:40 PM
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Originally posted by hamidlmt@November 12, 2005, 12:30 AM
Where did you find those Motives for $138?!! Heck of a deal!
Brenspeed on Ebay.
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Old Nov 11, 2005 | 10:32 PM
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Jimp... thanks!
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Old Nov 12, 2005 | 08:00 AM
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wow, that is a good price, mine were $144 from mustangtuning.com.
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Old Nov 12, 2005 | 04:10 PM
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Brenspeed is great, bought mine from him off ebay too
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