GM 8.875 12 Bolt Car
Part Number 6027

Volume: 1.0 quarts over stock

Dimensions: Click here for dimensions.

Depth inside is 3 ¾ inches

Number of Bolts: 12 bolts

This PML cover fits the GM 8.875 inch (8 7/8") ring gear 12 bolt differential for cars.

Benefits:

• Extra capacity
• Drain hole and magnetic plug to simplify maintenance
• Fins for heat dissipation and classic styling
• Sand cast aluminum construction for thick walls
• Machined gasket flange for a secure seal
• Round shape similar to stock cover

This differential cover fits the rear end on the GM Corporation 8 7/8" (8.875") 12 bolt differentials used on many GM and Chevy cars in the 1960s and 1970s. Some vehicles which may be able to use this cover include:

• Camaro 1967 to 1972
• Chevelle 1965 to 1972
• El Camino 1965 to 1972
• Monte Carlo 1970 to 1972
• Nova 1965 to 1967

Always check to verify differential and clearance for a larger cover. Configurations vary. GM 8.2 inch ring gear 10 bolt differentials were also used on many of these vehicles. This cover is larger than stock so check space available.

1955 Chevy Pick Up

Bill chose this PML differential cover for his GM 8.875 ring gear car–type rear axle and orange powder coat PML small block valve covers for his heavily modified Chevy 350 crate motor.

This Pickup is a 2018 Hot Rodder Top 100.

1955 Chevy Pickup   PML differential cover   PML valve covers installed
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Drain

During servicing, a hole on bottom of PML cover provides quick and easy draining fluid without removing the cover. PML includes a magnetic drain plug with each cover.

Cover also ships with new mounting bolts.

PML Differential Cover Compared to Stock

 
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