• Mustang Forums
  • 1974 - 1978 Mustang II Talk & Tech

Difference Rear axles Mustang II

  • Thread starter Thread starter Rockinkees
  • Start date Start date Jun 6, 2020
R

Rockinkees

Member
Mar 28, 2018
40
16
18
Jun 6, 2020
#1
  • Jun 6, 2020
  • #1
Hi there,
I want to know if there is any difference between the rear axles of the Mustang II 4-cil, 6cil and V8.
Besides the gear ratio that is.
I’ve thought I’ve read somewhere, the 4 and 6 cilinders has an 8” ring gear and the V8 an 6 1/4” ring gear?? But I can’t find this anymore.
you would say an 8” is stronger than a 6 1/4” right?

How much horsepower will the different axles take?
I ask this because we are looking for an axle of about 57” Width. Mustang II has that width.
It going to be in a 1935 Ford with a small block, the Stock axle won’t take the power of a small block.
so, I want to know the difference between the axles, I’m in Holland, lots of axles but not V8 axles...

thanks!
 
Reactions: 2Blue2

429MII

5 Year Member
Mar 10, 2019
484
653
113
British columbia Canada
Jun 6, 2020
#2
  • Jun 6, 2020
  • #2
V8 is always the 8", v6 can be either, 4 is the 6 3/4"
The Mustang II 8" rear end would handle the power without any problem (easily). The 4 and some 6 banger diff not so much. Some V6 cars had 8" but can't guarantee that info. Best to check when looking at them as they are easy to tell apart.
I think the 4 and most 6 diffs are 6 3/4 ring gear. The 6 3/4 rear has a bolt on cover looking from the back, the 8" does not.
 
Reactions: manicmechanic007 and 2Blue2

extra_stout

5 Year Member
Aug 27, 2018
821
932
113
Germany
Jun 6, 2020
#3
  • Jun 6, 2020
  • #3
My V6 had a 8 inch axle...
You can contact his guy (also in the netherlands): https://www.facebook.com/pages/Addies-Autoshop/921867951224143
I also know a guy who has a 8 inch from a Mustang II laying around without the 3rd member. But he lives near Karlsruhe in Germany.
 
Reactions: 2Blue2
R

Rockinkees

Member
Mar 28, 2018
40
16
18
Jun 6, 2020
#4
  • Jun 6, 2020
  • #4
Okay, so I had a small bit right....
So, it’s neccesary to get a V8 axle then, or V6 with the 8” ringgear?
Our goal is around the 300 hp mark, that’s possible with these axles?
 
Reactions: 2Blue2
R

Rockinkees

Member
Mar 28, 2018
40
16
18
Jun 6, 2020
#5
  • Jun 6, 2020
  • #5
We had contact with Addie, he hasn’t got any V8 axles.
Don’t know about the 6cil with the 8”. Probably have to look for our selfs.

we need a complete axle, a revision is not a problem as long as it’s complete.
 

Adieu

Easy there, this ain't a dating site.
20+ Year Stangneter
Mar 7, 2002
9,531
5,187
224
Jun 6, 2020
#6
  • Jun 6, 2020
  • #6
You should be able to find a 2.8 or 3.0 Capri in Holland.

In the US, most guys that V8 swap a Capri, including myself, keep the stock Capri axle, as it's pretty much equal to the 8" in durability. (It's also similar in width).
 
Reactions: Enzio and 2Blue2
R

Rockinkees

Member
Mar 28, 2018
40
16
18
Jun 6, 2020
#7
  • Jun 6, 2020
  • #7
which year 74 stang?
 

Adieu

Easy there, this ain't a dating site.
20+ Year Stangneter
Mar 7, 2002
9,531
5,187
224
Jun 6, 2020
#8
  • Jun 6, 2020
  • #8
Rockinkees said:
which year 74 stang?
Click to expand...
.
Here's a detailed guide:
https://www.classicfordmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/definitive-guide-to-atlas-axles-classic-ford.pdf
 
Last edited: Jun 6, 2020

manicmechanic007

5 Year Member
Sep 26, 2017
2,531
713
143
Roy, Utah
Sep 6, 2021
#9
  • Sep 6, 2021
  • #9
That 8" is simply the 9"'s little brother. They are good for 600 HP. My former work buddy has a 76 Cobra he bought new. It now has a little bit of everything in it. Real quick car he has been pushing 600 possibly more thru his 8 inch for years. Rockinkees just use the 6.75 you got till it blows up. I put a 289 and a C4 in a 1980 4 pop hatch back in the day and ran the rear end for years. That should give you time to find the 8" you need. 300 is surely too much HP just go easy and no neutral drops
 
You must log in or register to reply here.

Similar threads

Which SN95 axles for 93 LX, disc brakes, ABS rings?
  • dan50
  • Mar 22, 2026
  • 1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk-
Replies
15
Views
400
1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk- Apr 3, 2026
7-UP BILL
J
2004 Mustang 3.8L V6 vibrations above 65 MPH and differential leaks
  • joeybuddy96
  • Mar 16, 2026
  • SN95 V6 Mustang Tech
Replies
15
Views
510
SN95 V6 Mustang Tech Jun 28, 2026
joeybuddy96
J
Mustang II 4 cyl gear hunting and possibly messed up vacuum system
  • oesterreicher
  • May 31, 2026
  • 1974 - 1978 Mustang II Talk & Tech
Replies
11
Views
260
1974 - 1978 Mustang II Talk & Tech Jun 14, 2026
manicmechanic007
3
Eight inches is enough for me...
  • 351MooseStang
  • Nov 27, 2025
  • 1974 - 1978 Mustang II Talk & Tech
Replies
5
Views
552
1974 - 1978 Mustang II Talk & Tech Mar 2, 2026
Bullitt347
Wheels-Tires LS mii swap and rear rim size/axle questions....
  • 78mIIman
  • Feb 2, 2025
  • 1974 - 1978 Mustang II Talk & Tech
Replies
6
Views
713
1974 - 1978 Mustang II Talk & Tech May 6, 2025
78 Mach1
Share:
Bluesky Email Share Link
  • Mustang Forums
  • 1974 - 1978 Mustang II Talk & Tech
Menu
Log in

Register

  • Forums
  • What's new
  • Media
  • Resources
  • Contact
  • Sponsor
X

Privacy & Transparency

We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

  • Personalized ads and content
  • Content measurement and audience insights

Do you accept cookies and these technologies?

X

Privacy & Transparency

We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

  • Personalized ads and content
  • Content measurement and audience insights

Do you accept cookies and these technologies?