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Originally Posted by RodnRudy
My 68 truck's rear end measures 62" axle flange to axle flange. I just got a 71 rear end which is 1 1/2" wider so I'd have more wiggle room for rear wheel/tire back spacing. Also it is 5 lug. You can end up with a pretty pricey rear if you go with the 9". You'll have axles, backing plates, brake kit and drums. And a rebuilt center section will run around $500.00. I used a Moser 9" In my last truck, a 49 Ford F1 It ended up being around $1500.00 but that's what I wanted.
I guess the question is why do you want to use a 9"? Are you going to drag race it?
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Well I bit the bullet and ordered the 9" housing It should arrive Monday. I plan on narrowing it 4" on each side. I'll let you guys know how the install goes Monday night
If you are looking for a deeper dish look on your rims you will want a narrower rear end not wider. Doing a 9" so when I eventually turn up the boost on the turbo and put in a bigger stall converter I won't have to worry about breaking anything. Not saying I won't but it will be stronger then the 12bolt.