RustyRatRod's Guide To Hot Rod Bliss

And another thing, many short sell factory parts as sub standard. Trust me on this, "The right part for the application at hand!" Your not going to find a TQ on top of a 800hp race small block. Your not going to see a 7-1/4 behind my pumped up 360,
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At some point in time, the factory part should be upgraded. But for basic enjoyment on the street, that 8-1/4 rear as well as other parts are fine. A little overkill is fine. A lot of overkill is just wasting money and time.