[Tilster]

IF YOU HAVE THE ANSWER TO THIS QUESTION, PLEASE HELP WITH MY 15X7 RALLY II POST 5/21

While installing rear sway bar,(70 GTO Conv.) I took note to coding on left axle tube ( WF 294). My research tells me that the WF stamp signifies a 3.23 standard axle identification. Another book source tells me it is non Safe-t-Track.

What is the difference?

What does the 294 relate to? Should it correlate like the VIN # / engine stamp/ tranny stamp?

I am curious if the rear-end is worn. Front acceleration allows for only right wheel spin. Reverse acceleration only allows for left wheel spin (burn out). I guess this is not a posi rear-end, (allowing both wheels to spin in forward acceleration- burn out).

Those with the knowledge please enlighten me!

Thanks,
Tilster

[Tilster]

IF YOU HAVE THE ANSWER TO THIS QUESTION, PLEASE HELP WITH MY 15X7 RALLY II POST 5/21

While installing rear sway bar,(70 GTO Conv.) I took note to coding on left axle tube ( WF 294). My research tells me that the WF stamp signifies a 3.23 standard axle identification. Another book source tells me it is non Safe-t-Track.

What is the difference?

What does the 294 relate to? Should it correlate like the VIN # / engine stamp/ tranny stamp?

I am curious if the rear-end is worn. Front acceleration allows for only right wheel spin. Reverse acceleration only allows for left wheel spin (burn out). I guess this is not a posi rear-end, (allowing both wheels to spin in forward acceleration- burn out).

Those with the knowledge please enlighten me!

Thanks,
Tilster

[TinInjun]

Tilster:
Safe-T-Track was Pontiacs name for a posi or limited slip differential. This type of rear will distribute power to both wheels equally even if one tire has no traction at all. You are right about having a standard open diff in your car, what we like to can a "one legger" rear end. There is nothing wrong with your rear, its doing exactly what it should.

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[Tilster]

Thanks TinInjun,

I'm tempted to get posi, but trying to keep her stock, (except wheels,HEI,paint). It just ain't right seeing a 100 foot one legger in the mirror!

[mike nixon]

tilster, one option for posi the you have is installing a lok-rite unit. this replaces the spider gears in the fact carrier. works like a detroit locker,with the bonus of not having to set up the ring and pinion.mike

[Tilster]

Thanks Mike,

I've decided to go posi. Just now need to find out which jobs have precedence.
Tilster