Differential Covers - I need your guys' opinions...

96Snaker · December 26th, 2006, 08:52 PM

Worth 200 bucks? I'm having difficulties deciding on this one. But come on, gotta admit that Roush logo is pretty good lookin'.

Or this one here's by TA Performance for around 75 less than Roush's.

Now I'm sure a lot of you are thinking these cost waaay too much for such little (if any) performance gain... but since I need to get my 4.10's in, why not top it all of with a nice polished aluminum girdle?

Also, both models are basically the same damn thing... they both are aluminum, and they both hold an additional 1/2 qt. of oil to keep temperatures lower. Not to mention that they come with a drain plug - dumbass Ford didn't think that'd be necessary and thus left no drain plug on their's.

? Hmm.

So what do y'all think? Should I get one, and if so which would you rather have? I'm thinking about shelling the extra for the Roush, (I've got a show car so nice shiny things are a big plus, lol) but when it comes down to it, it's just the name really that's marking up the price. I'll appreciate any comments, just curious as what others would do in my situation...

starman1950 · December 27th, 2006, 06:54 AM

I'm rather anal when it comes to my "Stang" so I prolly shouldn't give an opinion

I'd no doubt go with the Roush because it looks tough. BUT they are both aluminum and you mentioned shiney!!! Edgewood makes a kit to polish aluminum manifolds etc. to makem' look like a million. Therefore you could save $75 spend it on the kit, outlay the same $ and have one that looks like chrome.

Now that I've told you absolutely nothin'

wolffer · December 27th, 2006, 07:11 AM

went with a trick flo from summit for about 140 bucks

ChrisJ · December 27th, 2006, 07:38 AM

TA is what i would go for...

thaztrain35 · December 27th, 2006, 11:06 AM

go roush!!!! lol looks better

matrixpuba · December 27th, 2006, 03:45 PM

im running the ford racing one. got it from the steve(a ford sponsor) on www.svtperformance.com

ChrisJ · December 28th, 2006, 05:36 AM

They are all basically the same...

Go with the TA or FRPP...

96Snaker · December 28th, 2006, 08:59 PM

Originally Posted by ChrisJ

They are all basically the same...

Go with the TA or FRPP...

I agree 100% - I'd wind up paying over 200 bucks for Roush's simply because the name stamped on the thing.
Haven't ordered one yet, but I'm gonna go with Trick Flow's, for looks and cost. Now I've just gotta do some smart shopping and find who sells 'em for cheap. Cheapest I've found is $149.95 + s/h if anyone happens to run into one for less than that I'd appreciate it if you'd let me know. Thanks for all the comments - the Roush and Ford Racings both look sweet, but who is gonna be looking under there anyways? Especially if I lower the car, lol.

maverick · December 29th, 2006, 11:51 AM

roush baby

1slo5.0 · December 29th, 2006, 12:37 PM

TA is the original company that made rear end girdles for the public. Back in the late 80s and 90s all you could get was a TA girdle. There was no Roush, Ford Racing, Trick Flow or any of these other brands. TA probably makes the Roush piece. I can guarantee Roush doesn't make them. Get a TA or Trick Flow. You shouldn't have to pay more than $140 for a girdle. They are all the same.

96Snaker · December 29th, 2006, 09:42 PM

Originally Posted by Darrell

TA is the original company that made rear end girdles for the public. Back in the late 80s and 90s all you could get was a TA girdle. There was no Roush, Ford Racing, Trick Flow or any of these other brands. TA probably makes the Roush piece. I can guarantee Roush doesn't make them. Get a TA or Trick Flow. You shouldn't have to pay more than $140 for a girdle. They are all the same.

Thanks a lot man. I'll def. heed your advice. I've heard TA has good history w/ford so that's all that really matters to me. Good info/advice.. very much appreciated.

maverick · January 2nd, 2007, 08:15 AM

let us know what happens

96Snaker · January 2nd, 2007, 07:46 PM

Originally Posted by maverick

let us know what happens

According to TA I'll have it shipped to me by the end of this week or early next week and weather-provided, I'll get it on and post a pic or two. Can't wait. This is my kinda way to change the differential oil hah

DropTopPony · January 3rd, 2007, 12:24 AM

You can't really see the diff cover from behind anyway so looks shouldn't be an option. I wenr with a TA and had one of the set screws back out on me...alot of my diff fluid leaked out and cost me a auburn pro differential and some new gears. Keep an eye on your bolts and make sure they stay snug.

96Snaker · January 3rd, 2007, 08:21 PM

Originally Posted by DropTopPony

You can't really see the diff cover from behind anyway so looks shouldn't be an option. I wenr with a TA and had one of the set screws back out on me...alot of my diff fluid leaked out and cost me a auburn pro differential and some new gears. Keep an eye on your bolts and make sure they stay snug.

Thanks for the heads up.

I went with the low-profile cover w/recessed access bolts but I haven't figured out if they require any additional ft/lbs of torque. I agree that it doesn't have to be flashy because it won't be seen ever, so I just went with TA's "stock" looking girdle but it looks good for how cheap I got it. I do like that it has a drain plug as well.

View Poll Results: Roush vs. TA Performance vs. Good old Stock Cover
Roush (expensive option)	4	57.14%
TA Performance (less expensive option)	3	42.86%
Keep it Stock (very cost effecient!)	0	0%
Voters: 7. You may not vote on this poll

December 26th, 2006, 08:52 PM	#1
96Snaker MM's Coffee Addict 1999 SVT Cobra 441rwhp/393rwtq Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 2,164 iTrader: 0 reviews	Differential Covers - I need your guys' opinions... Worth 200 bucks? I'm having difficulties deciding on this one. But come on, gotta admit that Roush logo is pretty good lookin'. Or this one here's by TA Performance for around 75 less than Roush's. Now I'm sure a lot of you are thinking these cost waaay too much for such little (if any) performance gain... but since I need to get my 4.10's in, why not top it all of with a nice polished aluminum girdle? Also, both models are basically the same damn thing... they both are aluminum, and they both hold an additional 1/2 qt. of oil to keep temperatures lower. Not to mention that they come with a drain plug - dumbass Ford didn't think that'd be necessary and thus left no drain plug on their's. ? Hmm. So what do y'all think? Should I get one, and if so which would you rather have? I'm thinking about shelling the extra for the Roush, (I've got a show car so nice shiny things are a big plus, lol) but when it comes down to it, it's just the name really that's marking up the price. I'll appreciate any comments, just curious as what others would do in my situation... __________________ Vortech V2, intercooled @ 10psi. Maximum Motorsports supsension goodie bag car less roll cage. Built '04 IRS. Hodge-podge of Roush/Stalker panels.

December 27th, 2006, 07:38 AM	#4
ChrisJ RLY SRS Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Ft. Meade, MD Posts: 38,220 Blog Entries: 4 iTrader: 10 reviews	TA is what i would go for... __________________ 2008 Acura TL Type-S - 2008 EB Ford Expedition - 2002 Boosted GT - Sold Facebook Google+

December 27th, 2006, 11:06 AM	#5
thaztrain35 Regular Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Miami, FL Posts: 87 iTrader: 0 reviews	go roush!!!! lol looks better __________________ 2008 Vista Blue GT 5spd nothing done 2 it yet =/

December 27th, 2006, 03:45 PM	#6
matrixpuba Hardcore Enthusiast Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: tennessee Posts: 2,364 iTrader: 0 reviews	im running the ford racing one. got it from the steve(a ford sponsor) on www.svtperformance.com __________________

December 27th, 2006, 06:54 AM	#2
starman1950 Regular Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Easton, PA Posts: 52 iTrader: 0 reviews	I'm rather anal when it comes to my "Stang" so I prolly shouldn't give an opinion I'd no doubt go with the Roush because it looks tough. BUT they are both aluminum and you mentioned shiney!!! Edgewood makes a kit to polish aluminum manifolds etc. to makem' look like a million. Therefore you could save $75 spend it on the kit, outlay the same $ and have one that looks like chrome. Now that I've told you absolutely nothin'

December 27th, 2006, 07:11 AM	#3
wolffer Regular Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 60 iTrader: 0 reviews	went with a trick flo from summit for about 140 bucks

December 28th, 2006, 05:36 AM	#7
ChrisJ RLY SRS Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Ft. Meade, MD Posts: 38,220 Blog Entries: 4 iTrader: 10 reviews	They are all basically the same... Go with the TA or FRPP... __________________ 2008 Acura TL Type-S - 2008 EB Ford Expedition - 2002 Boosted GT - Sold Facebook Google+

December 29th, 2006, 11:51 AM	#9
maverick Regular Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Arizona Posts: 200 iTrader: 0 reviews	roush baby __________________ LOOKIN' FOR MY "MUSTANG SALLY!" . . . . . . ARE YOU OUT THERE?

December 29th, 2006, 12:37 PM	#10
1slo5.0 MM Ninjas! 1990 Mustang LX 9.36@143 mph Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: North Fond du Lac, Wisconsin Posts: 11,375 iTrader: 1 reviews	TA is the original company that made rear end girdles for the public. Back in the late 80s and 90s all you could get was a TA girdle. There was no Roush, Ford Racing, Trick Flow or any of these other brands. TA probably makes the Roush piece. I can guarantee Roush doesn't make them. Get a TA or Trick Flow. You shouldn't have to pay more than $140 for a girdle. They are all the same. __________________ My daily driver has 16 cylinders and 4400hp @ 1000 rpm.... ***1988 Mustang GT - Stock....almost

January 2nd, 2007, 08:15 AM	#12
maverick Regular Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Arizona Posts: 200 iTrader: 0 reviews	let us know what happens __________________ LOOKIN' FOR MY "MUSTANG SALLY!" . . . . . . ARE YOU OUT THERE?

January 3rd, 2007, 12:24 AM	#14
DropTopPony Newbie Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: South Jersey Posts: 46 iTrader: 0 reviews	You can't really see the diff cover from behind anyway so looks shouldn't be an option. I wenr with a TA and had one of the set screws back out on me...alot of my diff fluid leaked out and cost me a auburn pro differential and some new gears. Keep an eye on your bolts and make sure they stay snug. __________________ Have A 94-98 Go Here

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