changing rear end
Postmaster
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Go read this article. It should answer any question you have.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/article/...ial_Swaps.html
https://www.ford-trucks.com/article/...ial_Swaps.html
Junior User
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From: Cocoa Beach FL
I noticed a number of rear options, but no mention of installing an Independent Rear Suspension... has anyone considered this as a viable option?
dave
http://www.truckIRS.com
dave
http://www.truckIRS.com
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From: mohave valley, arizona
i thought about a independent rearend out of an older t-bird. i was told if i found one with a turbo 4 cylinder or 8 cylinder it comes with a 3:25 posi. suppose to be easier than the volarie front end install.
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From: Cocoa Beach FL
yes, the rear Tbird or Lincoln Mark 8 IRS install is quite easy... I'm working on a bolt-in one as well to make it even easier.
I would be happy to answer any questions you may have - email or call. More info may be found at truckIRS.com
dave
Cocoa Beach FL
I would be happy to answer any questions you may have - email or call. More info may be found at truckIRS.com
dave
Cocoa Beach FL
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daveheld
does this install interfere with a fuel tank that is mounted behind the rear axle between the frame rails?
does this install interfere with a fuel tank that is mounted behind the rear axle between the frame rails?
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From: Cocoa Beach FL
I'll take some photos from directly overhead this week to point out the areas of interference... You could help me by letting me know the year and model of the truck you are asking about... as well as any specific dimensional information you can provide of the gas tank relative to the frame rails and axle centerline.
dave
Cocoa Beach FL
truckIRS.com
dave
Cocoa Beach FL
truckIRS.com
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From: Brentwood, TN
Flat-Out Engineering in Anaheim, CA sells a bolt-in kit that will enable you to install a Corvette IRS in your F100. I fabricated my own frame mods on my 50 Merc to install a 92 C4 IRS, the kit is worth the money!
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From: Cocoa Beach FL
Soldierboy
I tried to send you an email with photos of the Tbird IRS positioned between some frame rails to give you an idea of the size... but I was unable to send you an email.
If you would like to see these photos - email me : dave@truckIRS.com
dave
Cocoa Beach FL
I tried to send you an email with photos of the Tbird IRS positioned between some frame rails to give you an idea of the size... but I was unable to send you an email.
If you would like to see these photos - email me : dave@truckIRS.com
dave
Cocoa Beach FL