why a Ford 9"?
If you think the 8 3/4 is hard to find in some parts over there, think of how much harder it is here in Australia, with 9" units being abundant. Still, I never considered a 9" for my cuda and am very happy that I came across an 8 3/4 (489 carrier, 3.23, open) from an Oz Dodge Phoenix (only Mopar over here that they were ever OEM in), had the housing shortened and springs perches relocated, new axles (from Dr Diff), found an excellent condition 741 3.55 geared suregrip, all new 11 x 2.5 inch brakes, and did all this for around $2000 AUD. I doubt I could have done a 9" for any less. So very happy that my drivetrain is all Mopar.
If you think the 8 3/4 is hard to find in some parts over there, think of how much harder it is here in Australia, with 9" units being abundant. Still, I never considered a 9" for my cuda and am very happy that I came across an 8 3/4 (489 carrier, 3.23, open) from an Oz Dodge Phoenix (only Mopar over here that they were ever OEM in), had the housing shortened and springs perches relocated, new axles (from Dr Diff), found an excellent condition 741 3.55 geared suregrip, all new 11 x 2.5 inch brakes, and did all this for around $2000 AUD. I doubt I could have done a 9" for any less. So very happy that my drivetrain is all Mopar.
