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03-08-2021, 11:08 AM | #1 |
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1955 Rear Axle Pad Width
Hello guys! New member here. I have a 1955 Customline Tudor V8 (272 2bbl).
I am not in the same state as my car right now (work), and trying to do a little research. Does anyone know the axle/spring pad spacing on a stock rear end? I am looking at a Versailles 9" installation that I have already, and cannot seem to find the correct center to center on the original rear end to compare to the Versailles. I don't believe it is a direct bolt in swap, but I am trying to confirm. Any help is appreciated! |
03-08-2021, 05:07 PM | #2 |
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Re: 1955 Rear Axle Pad Width
Welcome to the Barn!! Think you will like it here. My avatar is sporting a '55 Ford rear end. The best measurement I could get for you is 421/2" center to center on the perches. It could be + or - a hair. Hope this is close enough for what you are needing. Good luck with your project.
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03-10-2021, 11:10 AM | #3 | |
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03-10-2021, 12:15 PM | #4 | |
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When you do relocate the pads take your time welding them. The guy who set up the 8 inch Maverick rear end for my '54 Ranch Wagon showed me a rear end housing that was ruined by the guy who welded the pads in one continuous pass.
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03-10-2021, 05:40 PM | #5 | |
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LAKEWOOD used to carry spring mounts. Make sure you get the pinion angle dialed in correctly also. What year LINC rear is it?
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03-10-2021, 06:05 PM | #6 |
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