Hi again folks,
Since posting the orginal query I have received some good advice to my various questions (thanks!!!) and also done some more research. I have not been able to track down a XJ6/12 III rear here in Brisvegas with the desired ratio (3:54) and/or LSD. Seems I can get it in bits down south in Melb but then would most likely need a visit to a diff specialist $$$ to swap gears etc plus freight blah blah. Then I ran into the headache that I could not find anyone up in my local area to shorten the Lower Control Arms? Draiveshafts are no problem - curious? The Qld Cobra Club connections have come through with a recommendation on the shortening issue. From posts I have read about LCA failures and one in particular which lead to a crash I am concerned about the strength and safety issues.
I have received a lead from OS about a set of E-Type Shafts and Control arms plus also a XJS diff centre with 3:54/LSD.
I am not sure if this all can be mixed and matched? A local wrecker is adamant that the XJS Diff centre will be interchangable with XJ6/12? Peter R did say the E-Type (S3) gear was ok especially because it was already narrower but wasn't too confident about the XJS crossover? In theory it seems ok if it all worked together?
If it was local it would be a big deal but the parts are a long boat ride away. The impression I get is if you ask a local (OZ) wrecker about E-Type parts they either laugh or you here the cash register ringing in the background. It is not all about the money but every couple of $'s I save puts a beer in the fridge in the shed for those long hours.
At the end of the day the outcome I am looking for is 3:54 LSD narrowed to get required offset for a slight dish on rear with 9" to 10" X 17" 's. (and strong & safe!!!)
The theory:- Get Local XJ6 complete rear - (cheap) -for brakes, hubs loose-ends. Source E-Type Shafts & LCA's and marry up to XJS 3:54 LSD??? (No shotening & no trip to Diff shop just near seals etc.)
Does any one know the answers????
On a side note I followed-up a thread on aftermarket lower control arms from the US but the business no longer operates.
Regards
Route 66
Not so sunny Brisbane Qld
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