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I cant seem to find frame dimensions of the 80 to 96 trucks. I'm almost positive this swap would work has anyone done this? I know they do it on 70-79 models. If not what stock IFS will fit these trucks. I have an 81 and a 95 both have the same frame but looking for better handling front suspension than the TIB which is outdated
I know I responded to you on the other post but I figured Id put it on here too. From my research the 1980's trucks are 2 inches wider from hub to hub. The 1970's f150 have 60 1/2 and the 1980's is 62 1/2. I get this info from MII Stage II Hub-to-Hub Kit - Fatman Fabrications Fatman Fabrications
Scroll to the bottom and you'll find 1980-1991 and the 70's trucks.
after some digging i found a low quality image of a 92 bronco frame that shows that the frame is between 34 and 35 inches in width and from what i can tell the crown vic frontend is between 33 and 34 but i cant be certian i dont even know if the bronco frames are identical to the trucks
it seems it might work with maybe some slight modification to the frame rails and it would be a tight squeeze however thats probably easier said than done
Yeah, I think the only way to know for sure is to just measure it ourselves and see if the dimensions match. I'm pretty sure it can be done, maybe a little more modification like you said. When I get back in town I'm going to do some measuring. Just out of curiosity, what do you plan to do for an engine? You swapping in a 4.6 or making custom motor mounts?
Im not looking to lower it just make better handling with updated system and rack and pinion steering with a 3 inch body lift I should be back around stock im also planning a IRS swap from a lincoln mk8 I don't want to put a jag xj6 because thats too low and requires more modifications I dont want mustang 2 because its too expensive I never just jump into a project I study and plan that way I minimize mistakes and problems information from someone who has done this would make things simpler
over on fsb forums i finally found a bronco with the swap yes frames are similar based on package long bed short bed etc. now this is by no means a bolt on but it fits here are some pics i found
clearly see the frames crumple ends added to 80 and up models and the crown vic front end slides right over
obviously fabrication work is involved but is minimal and expecting with this swap but looks to fit nicely
also on the same vehicle added a cougar/thunderbird/lincoln mk8 IRS to the rear which i know for certain was unchanged from 67 on these trucks
im still in the process of finding components but was able to contact the builder of the bronco and with the kits from truck irs the process is pretty straight forward front clip takes a little massaging but fits check out truck irs and their build photos when i am able to track down the front clip i will be posting a build log
I cant seem to find frame dimensions of the 80 to 96 trucks. I'm almost positive this swap would work has anyone done this? I know they do it on 70-79 models. If not what stock IFS will fit these trucks. I have an 81 and a 95 both have the same frame but looking for better handling front suspension than the TIB which is outdated
I have several cars in my areas that are avaliable ranging from 200-750 bucks. Not sure where your located, But if your geographically not on the west coast or something of be happy to share some info. I'm in ohio.
just to clarify, did this swap work for you in the 81? looking to do it in my 84. any pictures or a basic step by step to help me out will be appreciated if it did and you have them and the time to post them
03-02-2015, 04:30 PM
