Need stock driveshaft length 1973

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  1. Jensen

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    I'm trying to find out what size drive shaft was original in a 73 Grabber.
    I bought this car with out a motor, transmission, drive shaft, gas tank, kick down link, e brake cables, floor shifter linkage, etc.
    I want to restore it back to original. I have a 302 and a c4 transmission.
    I have been told to put a mustang driveshaft but I need to know what length.
     
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    Acornridgeman MCCI Wisconsin State Rep Moderator Supporting Member

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    I moved your post to a new thread all your own. There will be answers soon with the correct info.

    :cheers:
     
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    What ever length you need check with Coleman Racing Products they have both steel and aluminum shaft with u joints
    will save you big bucks
     
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    I would not bother with trying to find a Mustang driveshaft just get one for a Maverick I am sure someone here has one just make sure that you get one for a 2 door 4 doors shafts are longer
     
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    Jensen,

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    Stang D/S probably too long anyway.
     
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    Thank you
     
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    Actually a Fox body Mustang shaft will fit many people are using them just have to change out rear u joint , they are actually about an inch shorter
     
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    I'm running a 2004 Mustang driveshaft in my 77 2 dr Comet behind a Toploader 4 speed. Fits perfect.
     
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