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Joined: 3/20/2008
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I did a search but came back with a blank page so don't flame me. I have a 65 Mustang that is the subject of the install but I am at the research stage at present. I am looking for info on level of difficulty, Quality of install instructions, Quality of Parts, Kit Manufacturer? Price as Installed. any other info. Benefits of install Thanks
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Joined: 3/19/2008
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Why would you want to change your front suspension ? The stock 65 Mustang front end can be upgraded with tubular a arms and disc brakes.
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Joined: 8/25/2008
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what have you found out ??
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Joined: 3/20/2008
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The basic Mustang front suspension is good. However, there are modifications that can make it perform better, like the "Shelby Drop" ( here is a link that will explain it: http://www.geocities.com/2bav8/granada.html ) Most guys that swap to Mustang II front suspension, do so to eliminate the shock towers (not a job for most) to gain more room in the engine compartment for larger engines. There are several rack and pinion upgrades available for these early ponies, and you would likely see the greatest improvement installing one of these. We recently installed a rack upgrade in a '74 Corvette and the difference in responsiveness was night and day. I hope this helps keep us updated on your projects progress.
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Joined: 9/19/2008
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I did the mustang II on my 1969 Mustang. The only real reason one would do this is to make lots of extra room for one huge engine. My reason was exactly that. I used Rod &Custom version cause I liked the adjustable upper perch. You gotta cut out the shock towers and trimm a little extra flash to square up the frame rails and the measurements to tack it in place are all spelled out in the step by step photo instructions. I can do thin welding sheet metal stuff but I left the heavy weldong to the mobile welding show with a big powerful stick. The modifications to the steering column are tricky but just take your time. The kit even comes with blanks to seal off the former shock tower holes. I trimmed and welded mine in and smoothed it out to make it look like the car came that way. Like the guy said there are lots of suspension upgrades and even some that let you bolt in modern struts and nice adjustable arms and rack and pinion rigs that just bolt in. Go that route unless you got a lotta time. The kits cost 1500 to 2500 depending. Some are chromed and come with better brakes and even air bags are anoption. Get yourself a Mustang magazine that caters to restomods and they are packed full of ads for this stuff.
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Joined: 5/1/2008
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ive installed a number of these in different cars for friends take good measurements of original lower ball joint also be sure to set ride height of car front and rear make sure cross member is square and plum make sure to get the tie rod ends as straight as you can to stay away from bumb steer problems and make sure to use a good 220 mig welder and if your not a experienced welder find some body that is its really not that hard just use youre tape measure and take youre time dont rush it.
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I am in the process of installing a mustang II ifs from Fatman fabrications in north carolina. I have recieved all the parts, but the power-steering-hosesthe quality of parts looks really good, billet aluminum upper& lower control arms, all new rackand pinion system, new springs, shocks, and rotors, crossmember, & all mounting bolts & nuts. some welding experience IS needed. dificulty on a acale of 1 to 10 is about 6 or 7 for my 1940 MERCURY, cost is about $2300. my wife has a 1950 chevy sedandelivery(12-yrs oldwith Fatman ifs, with absolutely NO problems in 12-yrs. go to FATMAN FABRICATIONS.COM for info & phone number people are very friendly, knowledgeable and helpful.
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Joined: 3/20/2008
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sounds kinda like an ad to me, coupled with the anonymous posting...as giv would say hhhhhhhhhmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm
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Joined: 4/15/2008
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You didnt say if you had bouht one yet so if you havnt the the one I bought came from FAT MANS enginering and they sent me instruction and they were real easy to follow and if I can do it I believe any one can because since I got my head and neck hurt . I was still able to understand it to tell my neibor how to install it. Just make shure your welding is good because that will be carring your life and any one else in your cars life. Good luck and let now how it goes and I am shure you can do it .[ fargobase@aol.com\ ] chucks_35
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Joined: 3/23/2009
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I installed IFS on my '50 Ford F-1 restoration. The parts were purchased from JPL Speed Shop (1-724-3753940). My contact there is Larry. Larry pulled all the necessary parts together from multiple OEM's. I added tubular control arms upper and lower along with a torsion bar. The Kit Larry put together came with excellent instructions along with all necessary fish plates, engine mounts, and shock towers. The kit was very easy to assemble since I am doing a frame off restoration. I will attach pictures if I can figure out how it all works. My jpeg files are too large to attach, sorry.
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Joined: 3/11/2009
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I installed the Mustang II IFS from Total Cost Involved in my '54 F-100 Pick up.The instructions were fairly easy but didn't give enough information..But I figured it all out and I'm very impressed with the install..I bought the power rack...But ended up buying and installing a manual rack...( that gets expensive!) The manual rack works great even with the big 60 series tires up front! The spindles had the 2" drop so I have asphalt machined my header flanges ( they are about 2" off the ground) but it rides and steers like a sports car! It took me about 3 months to do the job after work a couple of hours a night...I took my time ( it doesn't take that long to do the job) I've been driving the truck for over 5 years now with the IFS with no problems what so ever! I can't remember exactly how much it cost me..But I think the Rack & Pinion Kit was $1500.00 ( in 2004) Had to make my own motor mounts and the steering column linkage gets expensive in a hurry! I did all the welding with my stick welder so needless to say it's a white knuckle ride when I'm on the highway!
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Joined: 3/19/2008
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While watching Power Block TV they showed the instalation of the Mustang ll IFS. The company that makes the kit has welded, and unwelded kits! They also have instructions, and videos on how to make the measurements for the kit, and instillation of the kit. The company that makes them is Welder Series. You can get what you need at welderseries.com . They are located in Canada. They have free catalogs for all the parts that they make. Bruce Martin is my name, and I've been a member since 6-2006 from Kentucky.
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