Rear Springs.

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  1. Mhackett

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    I'm sort of a noob at this labor of love thing. Oh, I've had them in the past
    they have just been dismal failures. My first maverick, a 76
    went to the junkyard because of a dead tranny.
    Young and poor. Oh well. My latest is a 69.5.
    I had a 70, 8.8" out of a mustang put in. 4 bolt to 5. They
    didn't align the rear end properly and bent the u-bolts.
    Was thinking of trying to put the rear end under the springs.
    Any thoughts. Anyone? Please!
     
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    Craig Selvey Indiana State Rep - MCCI

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    I have seen it done. Owner said it rode like a buckboard wagon. I would not recommend doing this.
     
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    What would you suggest Craig?
     
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    You need to get rid of the shackles, and you need brand new springs.

    Can you post up a picture?
     
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    Not sure, but I will try.
     
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