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Originally Posted by Verdoro 68
What are the torque/hp limits of an 8.2? I have to imagine they were close to the limit with the stock 400 application since they stepped up to a 12 bolt with the 455s in '70.
Wondering what the likelihood is of my rear end (3.55 4-pinion Nodular) surviving a launch on street tires vs. drag radials with 450ft/lbs of torque at the rear wheels? Trying to decide if I should just bite the bullet and replace it before I go beating on it.
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Replace it before you give it another thought. If it’s the original rear then stash it under your workbench and if not sell it to recoup some of the cost of a good aftermarket 12-bolt.
Why chance ruining your good and valuable N case 8.2 just to end up buying what you knew you needed anyway ?