wtb 12 bolt chevy rearend

[GradeA_TireFryer]

just like the title says, need a 12 bolt chevy rearend for a 1970 chevelle
i was told that there was 12 bolt in my car when i got it - count the bolts yep 12, but, after breaking the spider shaft and spider gears, took rear end apart - no c clips? figured out how to get the carrier out and axles (was like a ford 9") did some reseach and found out it is a olds/pontiac rear end and can not find any parts for it _ please help - dont even want to fire the rebuilt motor if it wont move on its own. - -whats out there?

[44TOO]

you are right on the money. olds 12 bolt has 10 bolt on the ring gear, but 12 on the cover.

and they are difficult to find parts for.

[GradeA_TireFryer]

will a carrier or posi unit from a gm 10 bolt work?
Is this rear end worth anything since it is so rare?

[44TOO]

no and no

sorry.

[GradeA_TireFryer]

ok where do i find a correct 12 bolt- 12 bolt carrier?

[44TOO]

just keep looking for a 12 bolt chevy rear.

finding one for a good price in decent shape is difficult...

watch out for camaro/firebird/nova rear as they are for leaf springs, and truck rears too.

also, pre-68 rears were wider. stick with 68-72 A body and you're set.

also, not all of them came posi.

[GradeA_TireFryer]

thanks, and also remeber not all 12 bolts are 12 bolt carrier ,

[44TOO]

Originally Posted by GradeA_TireFryer

thanks, and also remeber not all 12 bolts are 12 bolt carrier ,

well, you can tell a 12 bolt olds from a 12 bolt chevy by the cover on the outside.