Installing 67+ Ford 9 Inch in a 65?

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NY65Fastback

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I have a Ford 9" rear that measures 59 3/8" flange to flange. I think it came out of a 67+ Mustang. I believe the spring perches are correct but the width at the flanges is a little wider than the 65s.

Anyone tried this set up or know someone that has? Will it fit in the quarters, fenders?

I'm also planning to use 17" wheels if that affects anything.
 
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captricklilpinky

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What you have to do is measure the spring perches and also outside to outside of the brake drums. I think the 67 9" is 2 inches wider then the 65 - 66 rear. If you do put the rear in you might have to go with a different offset on the rear rims then on the front ones. You might also think of having the rear shortened by a good performance shop, but that might cost as much as finding the right rear for the car.
 
ponyboy289

ponyboy289

Classic Mustang Guru
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Hey,
As stated it will bolt into your car providing the spring perches are the proper length apart,which all first gen Mustang rears are. As you know the rear is wider so it really comes down to the exact rims you are going to run. I've known some people that have done it and gotten away with it by playing with the correct backspacing. As far as narrowing the rear you start to run into problems if it's a 28 spline,because the 28 spline axles have a taper in them that makes narrowing them not possible. Have you thought about selling what you have and looking for a narrower housing?
 
ponyboy289

ponyboy289

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Hey Barry,
Long time no speak.The project looks like it is progressing nicely.In looking at your photos I see your Miller welder,Out of curiousity what model do you have and how do you like it? I'm passively shopping for a new Mig welder.
I wouldn't hold your breath on this one but,There is a chance I may know someone who would trade you a Versailles 9 inch rear for yours or just sell the versailles unit reasonably. As far as Shows I won't be going to the Mustangs Unlimited show. My show schedule is pretty sparse this year I'll be going to Rhinebeck this coming weekend and Barring any major Catastrophies (or really bad rain expected) I will be at Fords At Carlisle event in june,If you've never been,Trust me this is a must for you.I pretty much only go to shows with swap meets because I'm a Mustang and Ford parts shopaholic,LOL. Other than that I may hit a cruise here or there,but usually if I have some free time to go to a cruise I usually end up hanging out in my garage instead.
 
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NY65Fastback

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If that Versailles rear is ready to go like my 9" I may be willing to trade.

Its a Millermatic 140. Its great for the things I need to do like body panels, floors and custom suspension. I just set it to auto .024 and tweak the thickness knob and I get nice welds. Runs on 115 volts too.

I'm going to try to get to the rhinebeck show after mustangs unlimited.(if my wife lets me out of the yard work).

I definitely want to go to the Carlisle show too.
 
Mike65

Mike65

Mustang Nut.
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NY65Fastback said:
Thanks guys.
I will definitely be going the rim backspace route for now at least.
Unless I can find someone who wants to trade their 65 9" for a 70 9" ;)

ponyboy:
I have some updated pics of the resto/mod. Its gettin there...
http://picasaweb.google.com/SBarrettLee/65Mustang#

are you going to CT for the Shelby American Automobile Club New England show at mustangs unlimited?

barry
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Hi Barry,
You will need offset wheels to make that rear end work in the 65 like they said above. BTW you want to come up here & help me put a quater panel on my wifes 65 Fastbacl? LOL. You did some nice work on that.:awesomework:
 
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