rear end

Help!!! I have a 1947 ford I am pitting a 351w with C6 ****** and was wondering if anyone out there had an idea on a possible rear end match...?

 

What suspension changes have you made?
I put a 9" Ford in mine, after the Ch***is Engineering leaf spring package.

 

I used a Ford 8" from a Granada, with the Ch***is Engineering leaf and sway bar kit. Use 7" wide wheels, no clearance issues(can't remember backspacing but not drastic either way)

 

I have a 1970 Torino 9" with 235/75R15's. Fits into the wheelwells good. B/S about 3"

 

8.8 rear ends are strond,plentiful and cheap and being used in alot of different cars & trucks
you prolly can find one that will be the exact width you need with disc brakes

 

All good suggestions.
I have a Dana 44 in my '51 behind the 351W and 5 spd. Different, but it is strong and reliable.

 

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Mine came out of a '98 expedition. 4.11:1 gears, limited slip, 31 spline axles, aluminum drivshaft=$115 total.


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Just be carefull because a lot of the older rear brake disc parts have been discontinued by Ford. Also 8,8 units have less rolling resistance than the old 8" & 9" units.

 

I installed a 9 in my 46 and it was out of a 69 galaxie and no problems