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Richmond Gear Ring and Pinion Sets 49-0096-1 GM 8.875 in. (12-bolt) passenger car 3.73 Gears Gear, Pinion, 3.73:1 Ratio, GM, 12-Bolt Car, Set

SKU: RMG4900961

Ring and Pinion Gears

Richmond Gear

Richmond Gear Ring and Pinion Sets 49-0096-1 GM 8.875 in. (12-bolt) passenger car 3.73 Gears Gear, Pinion, 3.73:1 Ratio, GM, 12-Bolt Car, Set

SKU: RMG4900961

Ring and Pinion Gears

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Description

Richmond Gear is the leading manufacturer of professional-quality, high performance ring and pinion sets. The superior quality of these gear sets is the result of years of racing development, outstanding design, and state-of-the-art manufacturing methods. Richmond also offers these gear sets in a lightened version for the weight-conscious enthusiast. Their lightened ring and pinion sets feature an outstanding rotating weight loss of up to 6 lbs., ground pinion threads for trouble-free installation, and a special heat treatment for improved strength.

Part Type

3.73 12 Bolt GM Pass

Data: v4.2 - Upd: 2026-09-29 18:48:24

Specifications

Product Attributes - Brand: Richmond Gear
Product Attributes - Manufacturer's Part Number: 49-0096-1
Product Attributes - Part Type: Ring and Pinion Gears
Product Attributes - Product Line: Richmond Gear Ring and Pinion Sets
Product Attributes - UPC: 698231676219
Product Attributes - Differential Case Design Type: GM 8.875 in. (12-bolt), passenger car
Product Attributes - Ring and Pinion Ratio: 3.73:1
Product Attributes - Cover Bolts: 12
Product Attributes - Ring Gear Bolts: 12
Product Attributes - Pinion Spline Count: 30
Product Attributes - Carrier Series: 4
Product Attributes - Ring Gear Rotation: Standard
Product Attributes - Ring Gear Teeth: 41
Product Attributes - Pinion Gear Teeth: 11
Product Attributes - Ring Gear Diameter (in.): 8.875 in.
Product Attributes - Pinion Shaft Diameter (in.): 1.625 in.
Product Attributes - Installation Kit Included: No
Product Attributes - Cover Gasket Included: No
Product Attributes - Pinion Shims Included: No
Product Attributes - Carrier Shims Included: No
Product Attributes - Crush Sleeve Included: No
Product Attributes - Pinion Seal Included: No
Product Attributes - Pinion Nut Included: No
Product Attributes - Ring Gear Bolts Included: No
Product Attributes - Head Bearing Included: No
Product Attributes - Tail Bearing Included: No
Product Attributes - Carrier Bearings Included: No
Product Attributes - Axle Seals Included: No
Product Attributes - Axle Bearings Included: No
Product Attributes - Differential Cover Included: No
Product Attributes - Differential Oil Included: No
Product Attributes - Friction Modifier Included: No
Product Attributes - Installation DVD Included: No
Product Attributes - Quantity: Sold as a set.
Product Attributes - Special Attention: Thin cut gear fits 4:10:1 and numerically higher series 4 carriers.

Reference Information

Brand Name/s	Richmond Gear
StreetFX SKU	rmg4900961
SFX Item ID	5500872
Supplier Item Code	5500872
Manufacturer SKU	4900961
Manufacturer UPC	698231676219
Alternative References	RIC49-0096-1, 12-Bolt

Compatibility

Application Data

Make	BUICK
Model	CENTURION
Submodel	BASE
Beginning Year	1971
Ending Year	1971
Engine Type	V8
Engine Size	7.5L/455
Engine Family	BUICK V8 GAS
Axle Location	Rear
Liter	7.5
CID	455
CC	7456
Application Notes	Differential Ring and Pinion; For GM 8.875" (12 Bolt); 3.73 Ratio; Thin Ring Gear; Requires a 4.10 and Numerically Higher Ratio Carrier
Region	USA

Make	BUICK
Model	CENTURION
Submodel	BASE
Beginning Year	1971
Ending Year	1971
Engine Type	V8
Engine Size	7.5L/455
Engine Family	BUICK V8 GAS
Axle Location	Rear
Liter	7.5
CID	455
CC	7456
Application Notes	Differential Ring and Pinion; For GM 8.875" (12 Bolt); 3.73 Ratio; Thin Ring Gear; Requires a 4.10 and Numerically Higher Ratio Carrier
Region	USA

Make	BUICK
Model	CENTURION
Submodel	BASE
Beginning Year	1971
Ending Year	1971
Engine Type	V8
Engine Size	7.5L/455
Engine Family	BUICK V8 GAS
Axle Location	Rear
Liter	7.5
CID	455
CC	7456
Application Notes	Differential Ring and Pinion; For GM 8.875" (12 Bolt); 3.73 Ratio; Thin Ring Gear; Requires a 4.10 and Numerically Higher Ratio Carrier
Region	USA

Make	BUICK
Model	CENTURION
Submodel	BASE
Beginning Year	1971
Ending Year	1972
Engine Type	V8
Engine Size	7.5L/455
Engine Family	BUICK V8 GAS
Axle Location	Rear
Liter	7.5
CID	455
CC	7456
Application Notes	Differential Ring and Pinion; For GM 8.875" (12 Bolt); 3.73 Ratio; Thin Ring Gear; Requires a 4.10 and Numerically Higher Ratio Carrier
Engine VIN Code	U
Region	USA

Make	BUICK
Model	CENTURION
Submodel	BASE
Beginning Year	1972
Ending Year	1972
Engine Type	V8
Engine Size	7.5L/455
Engine Family	BUICK V8 GAS
Axle Location	Rear
Liter	7.5
CID	455
CC	7456
Application Notes	Differential Ring and Pinion; For GM 8.875" (12 Bolt); 3.73 Ratio; Thin Ring Gear; Requires a 4.10 and Numerically Higher Ratio Carrier
Engine VIN Code	T
Region	USA

Make	BUICK
Model	CENTURION
Submodel	BASE
Beginning Year	1972
Ending Year	1972
Engine Type	V8
Engine Size	7.5L/455
Engine Family	BUICK V8 GAS
Axle Location	Rear
Liter	7.5
CID	455
CC	7456
Application Notes	Differential Ring and Pinion; For GM 8.875" (12 Bolt); 3.73 Ratio; Thin Ring Gear; Requires a 4.10 and Numerically Higher Ratio Carrier
Engine VIN Code	V
Region	USA

Make	BUICK
Model	CENTURION
Submodel	BASE
Beginning Year	1972
Ending Year	1972
Engine Type	V8
Engine Size	7.5L/455
Engine Family	BUICK V8 GAS
Axle Location	Rear
Liter	7.5
CID	455
CC	7456
Application Notes	Differential Ring and Pinion; For GM 8.875" (12 Bolt); 3.73 Ratio; Thin Ring Gear; Requires a 4.10 and Numerically Higher Ratio Carrier
Engine VIN Code	W
Region	USA

Make	BUICK
Model	ELECTRA
Submodel	225
Beginning Year	1968
Ending Year	1968
Engine Type	V8
Engine Size	7.0L/430
Engine Family	BUICK V8 GAS
Axle Location	Rear
Liter	7.0
CID	430
CC	7047
Application Notes	Differential Ring and Pinion; For GM 8.875" (12 Bolt); 3.73 Ratio; Thin Ring Gear; Requires a 4.10 and Numerically Higher Ratio Carrier
Region	USA

Make	BUICK
Model	ELECTRA
Submodel	225
Beginning Year	1969
Ending Year	1969
Engine Type	V8
Engine Size	7.0L/430
Engine Family	BUICK V8 GAS
Axle Location	Rear
Liter	7.0
CID	430
CC	7047
Application Notes	Differential Ring and Pinion; For GM 8.875" (12 Bolt); 3.73 Ratio; Thin Ring Gear; Requires a 4.10 and Numerically Higher Ratio Carrier
Region	USA

Make	BUICK
Model	ELECTRA
Submodel	225
Beginning Year	1970
Ending Year	1970
Engine Type	V8
Engine Size	7.5L/455
Engine Family	BUICK V8 GAS
Axle Location	Rear
Liter	7.5
CID	455
CC	7456
Application Notes	Differential Ring and Pinion; For GM 8.875" (12 Bolt); 3.73 Ratio; Thin Ring Gear; Requires a 4.10 and Numerically Higher Ratio Carrier
Region	USA

Make	BUICK
Model	ELECTRA
Submodel	225
Beginning Year	1970
Ending Year	1970
Engine Type	V8
Engine Size	7.5L/455
Engine Family	BUICK V8 GAS
Axle Location	Rear
Liter	7.5
CID	455
CC	7456
Application Notes	Differential Ring and Pinion; For GM 8.875" (12 Bolt); 3.73 Ratio; Thin Ring Gear; Requires a 4.10 and Numerically Higher Ratio Carrier
Region	USA

Make	BUICK
Model	ELECTRA
Submodel	225
Beginning Year	1970
Ending Year	1970
Engine Type	V8
Engine Size	7.5L/455
Engine Family	BUICK V8 GAS
Axle Location	Rear
Liter	7.5
CID	455
CC	7456
Application Notes	Differential Ring and Pinion; For GM 8.875" (12 Bolt); 3.73 Ratio; Thin Ring Gear; Requires a 4.10 and Numerically Higher Ratio Carrier
Region	USA

Make	BUICK
Model	ELECTRA
Submodel	225
Beginning Year	1971
Ending Year	1971
Engine Type	V8
Engine Size	7.5L/455
Engine Family	BUICK V8 GAS
Axle Location	Rear
Liter	7.5
CID	455
CC	7456
Application Notes	Differential Ring and Pinion; For GM 8.875" (12 Bolt); 3.73 Ratio; Thin Ring Gear; Requires a 4.10 and Numerically Higher Ratio Carrier
Region	USA

Make	BUICK
Model	ELECTRA
Submodel	225
Beginning Year	1971
Ending Year	1971
Engine Type	V8
Engine Size	7.5L/455
Engine Family	BUICK V8 GAS
Axle Location	Rear
Liter	7.5
CID	455
CC	7456
Application Notes	Differential Ring and Pinion; For GM 8.875" (12 Bolt); 3.73 Ratio; Thin Ring Gear; Requires a 4.10 and Numerically Higher Ratio Carrier
Region	USA

Make	BUICK
Model	ELECTRA
Submodel	225
Beginning Year	1971
Ending Year	1971
Engine Type	V8
Engine Size	7.5L/455
Engine Family	BUICK V8 GAS
Axle Location	Rear
Liter	7.5
CID	455
CC	7456
Application Notes	Differential Ring and Pinion; For GM 8.875" (12 Bolt); 3.73 Ratio; Thin Ring Gear; Requires a 4.10 and Numerically Higher Ratio Carrier
Region	USA

Make	BUICK
Model	ELECTRA
Submodel	225
Beginning Year	1971
Ending Year	1972
Engine Type	V8
Engine Size	7.5L/455
Engine Family	BUICK V8 GAS
Axle Location	Rear
Liter	7.5
CID	455
CC	7456
Application Notes	Differential Ring and Pinion; For GM 8.875" (12 Bolt); 3.73 Ratio; Thin Ring Gear; Requires a 4.10 and Numerically Higher Ratio Carrier
Engine VIN Code	U
Region	USA

Make	BUICK
Model	ELECTRA
Submodel	225
Beginning Year	1972
Ending Year	1972
Engine Type	V8
Engine Size	7.5L/455
Engine Family	BUICK V8 GAS
Axle Location	Rear
Liter	7.5
CID	455
CC	7456
Application Notes	Differential Ring and Pinion; For GM 8.875" (12 Bolt); 3.73 Ratio; Thin Ring Gear; Requires a 4.10 and Numerically Higher Ratio Carrier
Engine VIN Code	T
Region	USA

Make	BUICK
Model	ELECTRA
Submodel	225
Beginning Year	1972
Ending Year	1972
Engine Type	V8
Engine Size	7.5L/455
Engine Family	BUICK V8 GAS
Axle Location	Rear
Liter	7.5
CID	455
CC	7456
Application Notes	Differential Ring and Pinion; For GM 8.875" (12 Bolt); 3.73 Ratio; Thin Ring Gear; Requires a 4.10 and Numerically Higher Ratio Carrier
Engine VIN Code	V
Region	USA

Make	BUICK
Model	ELECTRA
Submodel	225
Beginning Year	1972
Ending Year	1972
Engine Type	V8
Engine Size	7.5L/455
Engine Family	BUICK V8 GAS
Axle Location	Rear
Liter	7.5
CID	455
CC	7456
Application Notes	Differential Ring and Pinion; For GM 8.875" (12 Bolt); 3.73 Ratio; Thin Ring Gear; Requires a 4.10 and Numerically Higher Ratio Carrier
Engine VIN Code	W
Region	USA

Make	BUICK
Model	ELECTRA
Submodel	225 CUSTOM
Beginning Year	1968
Ending Year	1968
Engine Type	V8
Engine Size	7.0L/430
Engine Family	BUICK V8 GAS
Axle Location	Rear
Liter	7.0
CID	430
CC	7047
Application Notes	Differential Ring and Pinion; For GM 8.875" (12 Bolt); 3.73 Ratio; Thin Ring Gear; Requires a 4.10 and Numerically Higher Ratio Carrier
Region	USA

Make	BUICK
Model	ELECTRA
Submodel	225 CUSTOM
Beginning Year	1969
Ending Year	1969
Engine Type	V8
Engine Size	7.0L/430
Engine Family	BUICK V8 GAS
Axle Location	Rear
Liter	7.0
CID	430
CC	7047
Application Notes	Differential Ring and Pinion; For GM 8.875" (12 Bolt); 3.73 Ratio; Thin Ring Gear; Requires a 4.10 and Numerically Higher Ratio Carrier
Region	USA

Make	BUICK
Model	ELECTRA
Submodel	225 CUSTOM
Beginning Year	1970
Ending Year	1970
Engine Type	V8
Engine Size	7.5L/455
Engine Family	BUICK V8 GAS
Axle Location	Rear
Liter	7.5
CID	455
CC	7456
Application Notes	Differential Ring and Pinion; For GM 8.875" (12 Bolt); 3.73 Ratio; Thin Ring Gear; Requires a 4.10 and Numerically Higher Ratio Carrier
Region	USA

Make	BUICK
Model	ELECTRA
Submodel	225 CUSTOM
Beginning Year	1970
Ending Year	1970
Engine Type	V8
Engine Size	7.5L/455
Engine Family	BUICK V8 GAS
Axle Location	Rear
Liter	7.5
CID	455
CC	7456
Application Notes	Differential Ring and Pinion; For GM 8.875" (12 Bolt); 3.73 Ratio; Thin Ring Gear; Requires a 4.10 and Numerically Higher Ratio Carrier
Region	USA

Make	BUICK
Model	ELECTRA
Submodel	225 CUSTOM
Beginning Year	1970
Ending Year	1970
Engine Type	V8
Engine Size	7.5L/455
Engine Family	BUICK V8 GAS
Axle Location	Rear
Liter	7.5
CID	455
CC	7456
Application Notes	Differential Ring and Pinion; For GM 8.875" (12 Bolt); 3.73 Ratio; Thin Ring Gear; Requires a 4.10 and Numerically Higher Ratio Carrier
Region	USA

Make	BUICK
Model	ELECTRA
Submodel	225 CUSTOM
Beginning Year	1971
Ending Year	1971
Engine Type	V8
Engine Size	7.5L/455
Engine Family	BUICK V8 GAS
Axle Location	Rear
Liter	7.5
CID	455
CC	7456
Application Notes	Differential Ring and Pinion; For GM 8.875" (12 Bolt); 3.73 Ratio; Thin Ring Gear; Requires a 4.10 and Numerically Higher Ratio Carrier
Region	USA

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Richmond Gear Ring and Pinion Sets 49-0096-1 GM 8.875 in. (12-bolt) passenger car 3.73 Gears Gear, Pinion, 3.73:1 Ratio, GM, 12-Bolt Car, Set

Richmond Gear Ring and Pinion Sets 49-0096-1 GM 8.875 in. (12-bolt) passenger car 3.73 Gears Gear, Pinion, 3.73:1 Ratio, GM, 12-Bolt Car, Set

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