Other than a Mustang 2 front end, is there any other makes of car front ends that I could used on a 1948 frame? Thanks..

 

Quite a few people rate the Jaguar series 3 front subframe

 

In most cases the term "Mustang 2" or "MII" merely refers to the geometry of the aftermarket IFS systems that are on the market today. It is far easier to buy the correct width crossmember and other components in a "MII" IFS system than it is to find an OEM front suspension. Some people think that they are saving money by digging through heaps at the wrecking yards but in the end they'll spend as much money as if they had bought a new MII IFS and will still only have an outdated suspension on their truck/car. IMO

 

What's wrong with an MII set up? It's long tried and tested, and as Charlie said, it really is about the best way to go, if you're looking for IFS for your truck.

 

Thanks for the info! Just seeing if there was anything people were doing ! Thanks.

 

Doing different! Lol..

 

It's a little dated but I still like the Volare suspension. Find a Chrysler 5th Avenue from 83-89. I've used them in two trucks and have been very satisfied. It's a lot less expensive than a MII. Neither of the two I used were more than $500 even after replacing the brakes, calipers, and A-frame bushings...

 

There is a very informative article in the FAQ's listed in the first thread titled: Read First: 48/60 Forum Tips, Tricks, How To's!
about front suspension alternatives. Here's a link to the suspension thread:
Front Suspension Alternatives for 1948 - 1960 Ford Trucks, Part One .: Articles

Personally, I went with a MII crossmember and compiled my own parts list for control arms, spindles, brakes, air ride and so forth...

 

I'm just rebuilding the oem suspension in my truck and putting in the toyota powersteering. Cant beat it for reliability.

 

Deek, once you get to 25 posts you can start using the search feature. Lots of info on here about IFS for our trucks. I've got a 48F1 and I'm using a series 3 Jaguar xj6 front on mine. It's cheap and easy to do, and there's probably half a dozen or more guys on this board that have done it or are doing it. Nothing wrong with the MII, that was my original plan until I discovered the Jaguar. If you'd like more info, post again. -Rusty

 

Thanks for the info everyone! lots to take in. Thanks Rusty for the search feature hint, I'm just new to this form!