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Old Oct 28, 2009 | 06:35 PM
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hi guys, need to know what sort of bhp a 4x4 7inch Diff can handle ?
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Old Oct 28, 2009 | 06:36 PM
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its torque that kills them mate

wouldnt chance going beyond 420/420
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if i was to get a 7 1/2inch diff with the beam would it fit the trailing arms and handle around 500bhp mate ?
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if i was to get a 7 1/2inch diff with the beam would it fit the trailing arms and handle around 500bhp mate ?
depends really mate on how you drive; but it wont last long if launching etc. if you cant afford a gripper or quaiffe etc then maybe get the standard one welded

it might last a bit longer; but you'll suffer when driving it at lower speeds & cornering
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Old Oct 28, 2009 | 06:45 PM
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cheers for that mate !!!!!!!!
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