Hi,
I own a Classic Roadster 427 rep with a 351 stroker, T5 and 8.8 rear from a 1985 Mustang...drum brakes, but the previous owner has converted the drums to 5 lug axles.
I just blew the spider gears and pinion and my axles have about 1/2 inch of side play in them. Rather than rebuilding the existing unit I've decided to just change the entire rear end assembly.
I have the option of a 1996 Mustang rear end assembly complete with disc brakes and 373 gearing...a low mileage unit that I'd like to install in place of the existing drum brake rear assembly.
1. What complications will I experience in installing this unit? I've read that the existing master cylinder will not work correctly...is this true?...and if so what do I need to do to correct the problem?
2. Will the drum brake lines work as is?
3. Same question for the emergency brake cable???
4. Are there any other snags that I might run into with this installation?
Thanks for any help you can give me.
Bill
