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1in1969
12-06-2010, 07:07 PM
I have a 66 Chevelle w/12 bolt that I want to get rid of the c-clips, I saw some of the guys on here saying they were having some probs w/seals leaking after heavy side loads. Did anyone come up w/a solution? I was thinking about the big Ford housing ends. Any thoughts? Thanks Shawn

Matt@BOS
12-06-2010, 07:50 PM
The Torino big bearing does have a tendency to leak. When I had a DSE/Moser 9'' I would just have to pull the brakes off, put some silicone in, and let it sit for 24 hours. It was a quick fix and would hold up pretty well for a month or so.

You should probably get some opinions from guys running tapered bearings as there is a bit of a debate going on as to which is better.

Matt

1in1969
12-07-2010, 06:38 AM
Thanks for the reply, I will be waiting to hear what the guys have to say. Shawn

The WidowMaker
12-07-2010, 10:54 AM
do some searching on the set20. seems to be the best for the 9" for what we want to do. just make sure the retainer is THICK.

1in1969
12-07-2010, 05:02 PM
Thanks for the info, Shawn