I decided to start off the new year with another Mustang project. This afternoon, I removed the rear axle from my Mustang. I've purchased a Detroit Tru-Trac differential and some Motion 3.25 gears (still have the original toploader).
I've not removed the rear axle from a car before. It was not difficult. In fact, the most difficult part seemed to be getting the clip off which holds the rubber brake line hose to the car. My approach is likely unconventional but I did not want to jack the car up real high. It would have been easier to roll it out on its wheels but this worked fine.
I'll likely not move forward very quickly on this project as work is really hectic right now. I plan to take advantage of this three day weekend to clean the center section so I can have it rebuilt with the new differential and gears.
I've not had gears replaced before. I have a Richmond rebuild kit which comes with Timken (sp?) bearings. There is a local machine shop which wants $250 for the job. A transmission shop recommened by a local restorer wants only $120. I'm tempted to go with the cheaper of the two. Anyone have suggestions on questions to ask to determine who is the best?
I've not removed the rear axle from a car before. It was not difficult. In fact, the most difficult part seemed to be getting the clip off which holds the rubber brake line hose to the car. My approach is likely unconventional but I did not want to jack the car up real high. It would have been easier to roll it out on its wheels but this worked fine.
I'll likely not move forward very quickly on this project as work is really hectic right now. I plan to take advantage of this three day weekend to clean the center section so I can have it rebuilt with the new differential and gears.
I've not had gears replaced before. I have a Richmond rebuild kit which comes with Timken (sp?) bearings. There is a local machine shop which wants $250 for the job. A transmission shop recommened by a local restorer wants only $120. I'm tempted to go with the cheaper of the two. Anyone have suggestions on questions to ask to determine who is the best?