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IRS/Live Axle Swap

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S.A.R.

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Hey I want to swap in a 89 8.8 into my 01 cobra can it be done any sugg. will be helpful!!!!!!
 

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Its the same car as the live axle version so yeah it can be done. However, the SN95 has a wider wheelbase I think. You're probably gonna need the wider axle for starters. I remember something about it being only 3/4" wider on each side though (1 1/2" total), so with wider wheels you may make it look alright. Now I'm not real sure on this like I said. And beyond the fact that it will fit I don't know what has to be changed...
 

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I would think the easiest thing to do is to find someone with a newer GT and put the cars side by side and swap -- you can probably do an even trade (or even make some money!) and you know you'll have every part you need.
 

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That year will NOT work.

You need a 99+ rear axle.

Reason, the mounting bolts in the control arms are 12mm for the 79-98 and 14mm for the 99+ cars.

Plus the width issues. Get a 99+ axle
 
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