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If I were to gut a 2005 rear end, would it install into my 96 rear axle? I believe they have 31 splines.

My diff is leaking from the wheel - seal might be gone; don't know, as I had someone else install the 410s.

Any help is always appreciated. Thank-you...
 

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No.

2005+ rear axles were a 3-link design with spring perches physically on the axle. It differs from the Fox/Sn95 4-link rear.


Rear axle seals are easy on these cars. I would start there
https://lmr.com/item/LRS-1177ACK/mustang-rear-axle-seals-79-04
 
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Thanks for your wisdom Mustang5L5. I appreciate you...
 
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