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350R's have a 8" rear?

Discussion in '1965-1970 Shelby Mustang GT350 & GT500' started by fastback272, Feb 12, 2007.

  1. fastback272

    fastback272 Well-Known Member

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    Look at this picture....

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    that doesnt look like a 9" to me, looks like a 8" housing.....did the R cars only have 8" rears??
     
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    That is a 9 inch. 65 and 66's have the 9 inch rear end with tapered axle tubes. 8 inch rear is oval shaped, not as round as a 9 inch.
     
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    ahhh..... thanks. - Roger
     
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    that is the grand thing about this site!! in house Experts!!:thumbsup:
     
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    indeed! thanks yall.
     

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