Axle Ratio & Identification: Notes

Rear axle identification information is stamped on the forward side of left or right axle tube with the exception of Cadillac and Corvette. On Cadillac, 3 different locations are used, on vehicles with disc brakes, identification number is stamped on back side of right caliper support plate. On vehicles with drum brakes, identification number is stamped on right brake drum surface. An axle identification number is also stamped on right side of axle tube approximately 3" from differential housing. Corvette locates its identification number on the bottom surface of carrier at cover mounting flange.

Axle Ratio Identification