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sport200

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What lengh axle do you need for a 5 lug swap on a 8.8. I want to run the sn95 rear brake set up? my car is a 86.
 

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All you ever wanted to know about 5 lug conversions,

Brakes - The Ultimate 4-lug/5-lug Brake Conversion/upgrade Thread | Mustang Forums at StangNet
 

90lxcoupe

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You can notch a factory GT disc brake bracket, put it on the inside of the flange, and use a stock length axle with GT rotors and calipers.
 

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The answer of that question all depends on what brake setup you are running.
 

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I have sn95 rear axle brackets and hardware for sale if you choose this route.
 
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