Ford 9" rear end vs. GM 12-bolt?

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emiller1998

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9" is easier to service.

Ultimately, the selection of 9-inch vs. 12-bolt comes down to personal preference. If you are building a cruiser and want to keep everything GM, the 12-bolt is more than capable of taking the abuse. On the other hand, if you plan to flog your Bow Tie machine with slicks and lots of torque, it's hard to beat the 9-inch's strength and ease of service. Both are great pieces, so we'll let you decide.
 
I watch a lot of drag racing shows, and I've noticed a large majority of the built cars have Ford 9" rear ends. Why is the Ford 9" preferred over the GM 10 and 12-bolt rears? I think the 10 and 12-bolts can handle huge amounts of power, and I know there's lots of mods available for both of them so I don't get why the 9" is used so much.
 
9" is easier to service.

Ultimately, the selection of 9-inch vs. 12-bolt comes down to personal preference. If you are building a cruiser and want to keep everything GM, the 12-bolt is more than capable of taking the abuse. On the other hand, if you plan to flog your Bow Tie machine with slicks and lots of torque, it's hard to beat the 9-inch's strength and ease of service. Both are great pieces, so we'll let you decide.
 
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