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Old 04-18-2011, 01:28 PM   #1
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Ford rear end swap

I've decided to use a ford explorer rear end in my 59. I found a 3.73 locker with disk brakes, etc. My question for those that have done this swap before is which springs did you use? The ford's or the old one's from the truck.
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Old 04-20-2011, 04:30 AM   #2
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Re: Ford rear end swap

stock ones should be fine.
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Old 04-20-2011, 08:05 AM   #3
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Re: Ford rear end swap

same here, stock springs
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Old 04-20-2011, 10:19 AM   #4
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Re: Ford rear end swap

You can remove 3 leeves and make it ride better if you are using it for a "truck" !!
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