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Old 05-20-2010, 02:49 PM   #12
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Default Re: AV8 - banjo rear vs Ford 8" question?

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Originally Posted by Jack 34pu View Post
I'm in early stages of buiding an AV8 pu ('50 Merc flathead) and the rear axle will show. I have a Ford 8" rear but it's pumpkin is off center - 9" way to heavy. What open drive banjo rear would fit the A pu and keep the wheels under the fenders? What spring would center the wheels fore & aft as well as bring fender down to tire height. Any tips on an AV8 build would be appreciated from those who have done it

You might want to check out the AV8 social group. There are some pics there of an alternative method of joining a T5 to a banjo rear end keeping the torque tube.
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