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Motive Gear MGK-230 Differential Ring and Pinion Complete Kit for Front and Rear - MGK-230

Motive Gear MGK-230 Differential Complete Ring and Pinion Kit

If you're looking to enhance the performance of your Chevrolet or GMC truck, the Motive Gear MGK-230 is the perfect solution. This complete differential ring and pinion kit is engineered for strength and reliability, making it an ideal choice for both on-road and off-road applications. With a gear ratio of 4.88, this kit is designed to provide improved acceleration and torque, ensuring that your vehicle performs at its best.

Why Choose Motive Gear?

Motive Gear is renowned for producing some of the toughest drivetrain components available. Their products have a proven track record, frequently seen in the winner's circle at racing events across the globe. The MGK-230 is no exception, crafted from high-quality 8620 steel and rigorously tested by in-house engineers to guarantee outstanding performance and durability.

Key Features

  • California Proposition 65: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
  • Differential Carrier Break: 4.10 and Lower Rear (GM10.5-488X)
  • Ring Gear Diameter: 10.5 inches (GM10.5-488X)
  • Ring Gear Bolt Quantity: 12
  • Cover Bolt Quantity: 14 Rear (GM10.5-488X)
  • Pinion Shaft Diameter: 1.75 inches Rear (GM10.5-488X)
  • Ring Gear Tooth Quantity: 39
  • Pinion Spline Count: 30 Rear (GM10.5-488X)
  • Pinion Gear Tooth Quantity: 8
  • Ring Gear Rotation: Standard
  • Differential Case Design Type: GM 10.5

Fitment

The MGK-230 is compatible with the following models:

  • Chevrolet C/K 30 (1977-1986)
  • Chevrolet R/V 30 (1987)
  • GMC C/K 35 (1977-1978)
  • GMC C/K 3500 (1979-1986)
  • GMC V3500 (1987)

Real-World Experience

Owners of the Chevrolet C/K 30 have reported significant improvements in handling and power delivery after installing the MGK-230. One customer noted, "After putting this kit in my 1985 C/K 30, the difference was night and day. The acceleration is much snappier, and I can feel the torque when towing heavy loads." This kit is designed not just for performance but also for longevity, making it a smart upgrade for anyone serious about their truck.

Installation Notes

For optimal performance, this kit is intended for use with Dana 60 and GM 10.5" differentials. It fits with 4.56 and higher carrier front and 4.10 and lower carrier rear. Be sure to follow proper installation guidelines for a seamless fit and function.

Proposition 65

⚠ WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm
https://www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

Vehicle
1977-1986
 Chevrolet C/K 30
1987
 Chevrolet R/V 30
1977-1978
 GMC C/K 35
1979-1986
 GMC C/K 3500
1987
 GMC V3500

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Who is Motive Gear?

Motive Gear is a Midwest Truck and Auto Parts division specializing in producing high-quality drivetrain components for the automotive industry. They offer a wide range of products from differential bearing kits, ring and pinion gear sets, transmission kits and components, transfer case parts, and replacement axle shafts. Today, Motive Gear is one of the most sought-after brands when it comes to drivetrain parts.

Quality and Affordable Parts

Motive Gear provides high-quality drivetrain parts at an affordable price. All of their products are designed using the latest manufacturing equipment and goes through an extensive quality control test. It ensures that their products achieve a perfect fit, provides optimum performance and longevity.

Choice Of Champions

Their products are also used by many racers from various racing disciplines such as IHRA, NHRA, NMRA, SODA, NMCA, BITD, and NASCAR. It is a testament to the quality and performance their product provides. Their racing participation also allows the company to gather vital data that lets them improve their products further. 

Purchase Motive Gear Products At Vivid Racing

If you are planning to upgrade your drivetrain and are searching for a company that you can trust, then Motive Gear is the brand for you. Over the years, they have consistently given customers parts that they can rely on and have proven that quality parts do not always have to be expensive. To know more about Motive Gear, visit Vivid Racing and check out their list of products that fit your specific requirement.







At Motive Gear, from inception to inspection, our parts surpass rigorous quality control tests. When you open your Motive Gear box, you can see the quality of our hard work. Our highly qualified quality control technicians are up-to-date on the latest industry innovations to ensure that the quality of our product is unsurpassed. Our parts are TOUGH. We back our Motive Gear Performance ring & pinion gear sets with a 2 year / 100,000 mile no-nonsense warranty and all other products with a 1 year / 50,000 mile warranty

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