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Old 09-30-2023, 11:29 PM
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Default Value of a 12 bolt posi for a 1972 Delta 88?

Today I found a posi 12 bolt from a 1972 Olds Delta 88 convertible for $200. I'm not certain of the gear ratio. I figured if I decided I was serious I'd pop the cover off and see. As soon as I hear posi and 12 bolt, my first thought is "Wow, that's cheap". But, then I get to thinking about the increased width and the larger bolt pattern and am not so sure.
What do you guys think?

I don't have a use for it at present, but am always looking for bargains on stuff I might use someday.

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My understanding is the type 'O' 12 bolt diff used in full size Oldsmobiles isn't the same as the Chevy 12 bolt that people want for performance use, see this discussion: https://classicoldsmobile.com/forums...xle-id-117494/

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Old 10-02-2023, 01:09 AM
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My understanding is the type 'O' 12 bolt diff used in full size Oldsmobiles isn't the same as the Chevy 12 bolt that people want for performance use, see this discussion: https://classicoldsmobile.com/forums...xle-id-117494/
Thanks for the link. Looks like it is most likely not worth messing with for me.

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