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shipma2

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is the 12 bolt rear diff a good axle to have under a k10? my 12 bolt just went out so I want to replace it with another 12. Thoughts ideas or advice
 

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Its the only "direct bolt on" other than a weaker 10 bolt.
 

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How-why did it go out? May also want to consider an upgrade to a 14B....
 

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not sure on the how it broke , all I know is I popped the diff cover off and a tooth had broke off the ring. It was used to tow in nevada so maybe the wear caught up with it I do not honestly know
 

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Why not just put gears in?
 

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How-why did it go out? May also want to consider an upgrade to a 14B....

Mabey he wants to keep his 6 bolt wheels and not pay the money for the high $$ adapters.
 

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