What rear end does a Grand National have?

It’s just a 10 bolt rear end with a 8.5 inch ring gear and the “bigger” pinion shaft. Came in the Buick Grand National turbo V-6 cars, Olds 442, and some Monte’s. Probably bring a good price for someone wanting to update their G Body car.

What G bodys came with 8.5 rear end?

The Olds 442, Buick Grand National, and later T-types (as well as Turbo T Limited) were the only G-bodies that came from the factory with an 8.5-inch 10-bolt rearend (RPO GU6 and GT4). Even the mighty Chevy Monte Carlo SS was relegated to the smaller ring gear.

How wide is a Grand National rear end?

Choose from 54″, 56″, 58″, or 60″ widths (all with centered pinion).

What is the rarest Buick Grand National?

That would be the “Turbo Limited” – the only Grand National more rare than it was the GNX. There were 1035 made. Speaking of the GNX – the “Grand National Experimental” – that rare package cost $29,900. There were only 547 made.

What is a Buick Grand National?

The GNX was the quickest American car you could buy in 1987. It recorded a 0-60 time of 4.7 seconds. The GNX was the ultimate expression of the T-Types. T-Type cars were built as performance-oriented versions of popular Buick models. The first Buick to receive the T-Type designation was the 1981 Rivera.

How can I tell if I have a 8.5 rear end?

When looking at the housing from the rear, an 8.5 will have two squared off chunks of casting hanging on each side near the bottom of the differential. An 8.2 (shown) will have the same contour as the cover. Most 8.2 factory covers also have the strange protrusion at the top.

Will a body rear end fit Ag body?

Yes, it will fit if you get the conversion arms. The 8.5 rear is a bit wider, hope you dont already have wheels.

What was the results of the virtual Grand National?

With the real-world race cancelled completely, The Virtual Grand National became the real deal. The 2020 race was won by Potters Corner with Walk In The Mill second, Any Second Now third and superstar double-winner Tiger Roll coming in fourth.

What is a Ford 9 inch floater rear end?

One of those items is a floater rear end housing. Your standard GM housing or Ford 8.8 housing the axles are held in the center using C-clips. In a standard flanged Ford 9 inch housing, the axles are held in at the end using a bearing retainer. When hard cornering, the axles will deflect.

How much is a Buick Grand National worth today?

According to Hagerty, the highest value for a Grand National is $53,800. The website suggests that car enthusiasts can purchase one of these cars for $35,700 in excellent condition, $22,200 for one in good condition, and many fans can get one for $15,500.

Are Buick Grand Nationals fast?

3 1987’s Fastest Production Car The Buick GNX quickly gained the ranking of the fastest production car available in 1987. It had the ability and power to achieve 60 miles per hour in 4.7 seconds. The GNX shocked many people when it left the competition, like the Corvette, Ferrari, and Lamborghini Countach in the dust.