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Old Oct 12, 2009 | 01:55 PM
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solid rear in FD advice

After much searching I have decided that the FD drag car project I am working on needs a solid rear end, something like a 9" Ford. I need advice on what is the cheapest and easiest way to get it done (source, mounting).

I've come across Jimlab's Cobra IRS threads and it looks awesome but I am looking for more drag specific and occasional daily driving. Honestly, I searched but haven't come across any good threads about installing a solid domestic rear into an FD. Perhaps someone can link one? Thanks!
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Old Oct 13, 2009 | 07:20 PM
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Old Oct 15, 2009 | 03:01 PM
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sense you very mush DG
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Old Oct 16, 2009 | 03:04 AM
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The cheapest/proper way to put a 9 " in ,would be to find a bronco(JYD) snag the complete axle housing minus brakes for under 2 bills.Sorten it to whatever you need ,cut off all the stock ford brackets get the willwood caliper mount kit from Day Motorsports(circle traack stuff & whatever wheels your gonna run Call summit or jegs get whatever gear your gonna put in it 225 cheapo gear set but good &,set up the third member. Now back half the chassis & do a simple 3 or 4 liknk rear end. DONE ,I would say if you DIY maybe under 5G + lots of time & retail, OUTSOURCE & RETAIL 8G & up depends.
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Old Nov 11, 2009 | 05:47 PM
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Thanks but that sounds way too expensive.
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Old Nov 14, 2009 | 09:46 PM
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Hinson supercars just release a live axle kit for the FD.
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