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Old Oct 22, 2008 | 04:36 PM
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Hey guys.

I have a few questions regarding the rear end on the c5. Coming from mustangs and a live axle, I know nothing about the c5. What are the weak links? What should be upgraded on a car launching on bfg's or MT's that sees the track on a weekly basis?
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Try the Drag Racing section of this Forum.
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Originally Posted by winters97gt
Hey guys.

I have a few questions regarding the rear end on the c5. Coming from mustangs and a live axle, I know nothing about the c5. What are the weak links? What should be upgraded on a car launching on bfg's or MT's that sees the track on a weekly basis?
If the motor is stock, upgrade the differential(minimum). Give DTE or RPM a call. Tell them exactly how you intend on driving the car, and they'll fix you up.
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Originally Posted by lucky131969
If the motor is stock, upgrade the differential(minimum). Give DTE or RPM a call. Tell them exactly how you intend on driving the car, and they'll fix you up.
The weak link is the rear in our cars. Damn things have a glass jaw.
Get the rear end BUILT PROPERLY In my opinion there is only 1 place to go to: RPM Quality, and more importantly, EXCELLENT SERVICE.

Welcome to the dark side and enjoy the fun.
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