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9" Rear??

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88-378

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I thought i posted this, but i cannot find it anywhere.

Is anyone running a 9" in their cars? Wanted to know what type of suspension you have and how you like it.
 

faststang90

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if its not a full race car i would not go to a 9 inch. i did rear coil overs and im mini tubbed.
 

SpartaPerformance

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I wouldn't go 9" on a street car, not needed.
 

88-378

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Thanks. But, i didn't ask if i should go 9". Just asked if anyone is running one and what your suspension set up is.
 

SpartaPerformance

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You're welcome. Next time we'll read first, respond later.
 
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95PGTTech

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No, I'm not running one, because you and I are not making anywhere near the power to need one. Why do you want to add the complication and expense? Upgraded 8.8s have been proven more than capable.
 

faststang90

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i am running 1 because of the power i was going to be making. i use the stock type with adj arms. i did mini tubs so im coiled overed. u can get them to just bolt in. then u have to get the brakes to work.

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88-378

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Ok, didn't need to explain, but i will.

1. I cannot find wheels to fit my car since Saleen used Lincoln width rear ends. they are 1.5" wider at each end.

2. If i am going to go thru the trouble of replacing the rear, i might as well upgrade.

3. I am N/A now, but plan on adding a power adder. Nitrous or KB Blower. Not sure yet.

4. A 9" is MUCH easier to set up.

5. I have a center section in the garage all set to bolt in with an Eaton posi. All is needed is a housing, axles and bearings. Rear discs bolt right up. i will have less money in it than a stout 8.8".

A lot of things are not needed on our cars. It's a matter of personal preference on what we add.
 

90lxcoupe

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The problem here is your on stangnet, this is a bolt on forum and for the most part people on here dont stray from the norm. If you want to put a 9" in the car so be it, esp if you have a carrier all set up

The problem with 9" housings is that it changes the geometry of the upper control arms, team Z has a housing that is made by them/strange that corrects this, thats the one i would go with.

Team Z Motorsports - Suspension Kits and Components for hardcore Mustangs & more!
 

88-378

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90lxcoupe said:
The problem here is your on stangnet, this is a bolt on forum and for the most part people on here dont stray from the norm. If you want to put a 9" in the car so be it, esp if you have a carrier all set up

The problem with 9" housings is that it changes the geometry of the upper control arms, team Z has a housing that is made by them/strange that corrects this, thats the one i would go with.

Team Z Motorsports - Suspension Kits and Components for hardcore Mustangs & more!
Click to expand...

Thanks for the link. i have done some research and most housing manufacturers make specific 9" for our cars.
 

90lxcoupe

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I'd go with that one personally, Dave Z knows his stuff and im sure he's done a ton of testing and knows what works and dosent
 

88-378

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I will call him when i am ready. i have a few more things to do before i swap the rear, so my wheels will have to be for now.
 
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