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Old Aug 12, 2004 | 04:06 AM
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Default Some rear end install tips & PCV mod
Some tips and how to if some C5 guys wants to swap the rear-end. The new pumpkin has gone through 920 miles without issues.
http://benelliwang.badassride.com/RearEnd/index.html

This PCV mode is a must have. My first design is above and I have changed the set up a bit. The proof is in the oil mang!
http://benelliwang.badassride.com/En...ndex.html#PCV2

Some engien swap tips here:
http://benelliwang.badassride.com/En...wap/index.html
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Old Aug 12, 2004 | 09:19 AM
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Great information, thanks for sharing. Gary
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Is that differential strut really needed? Sounds like overkill. How is it suppose to help? Keeps the rear from deflecting?
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mighty fine !!!

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Originally Posted by ragtopws6
Is that differential strut really needed? Sounds like overkill. How is it suppose to help? Keeps the rear from deflecting?
It's basically a girdle that gives pre-load to the casing to prevent it from cracking. Read more about it here:
http://www.dynotech-eng.com/dte_c5_diff_strut.htm
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