The 742 cases were normally for mid sized models or higher horsepower engines. Pull the axles out of a b body rear and stand them up next to each other they arent the same length.
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Mopar a body rear end measurement. Read on for more details along with photos only in mopar muscle magazine. Mopar rear axle dimensions. Rear axle widths these dimensions do not include brake drums and are measured from backing plate to backing plate. Covers a body b body c body e body and f body. Check out our b body 1968 dart gt convertible as we upgrade and swap it out with an a body 8 34 rear axle housing. Looking at a 70 b body rear end to put under my 62 dart 440.
The later model 489 cases would be used in heavier cars or higher performance engines. What is the flange to flange width on a 67 76 a body 8 34 compared to what would be in a 63 66 a body 8 34. They will be 1 38 difference. The 8¼ the 8¾ and the 9¾ dana 60. Moser engineering produces the only fabricated housing made to work with a mopar center section the mo875. Also attached is a chart showing the various types of rear axles used by chrysler for the same period.
The increase in diameter of the pinion shaft also relates to the rear end assemblys strength. Talking backplatebearing retainer flange. Normally the 741 cases were used in a body or lighter cars with smaller engines. 46 to 47 66 to 77 bronco 48 to 49 72 to 75 datsun pickup 71 dodge colt 72 to 73 mazda 50 to 51 73 to 76 a body mopar 65 amc american. If anyone knows axle flange to axle flange that would be nice too. Home classifieds directory downloads information media news mopars of the month photos screensavers search submit or update your mopar top 100 mopar sites video wallpaper sema action network.
A b e body cars the mo875 is made to not only withstand the demands of high horsepower applications but also finish off the back half of any. I have an 8 34 rear end housing that measure 56 12. Mopar a body rear end measurements. Actual wheel track could be as much as 6 to 8depending on drum size. Nos mopar 1963 71 a body rear axle bearing collar with 7 14 inch rear end see more like this watch 1966 69 a b body front 1971 later e body rear sway bar end link kit mopar. Mopar 8 34 rear axle chrysler 9 14 rearaxle explodedview dana60 rearaxle.
Designed specifically for early mopar vehicles including. Mopar cars do not have equal length tubes or axle lengths when running a dana 60. The 742 cases were normally for mid sized models or higher horsepower engines. Mopar fanaticsyour wait for the strongest 8 34 rear end is finally over. Looking at the chart. Rear axle dimensions and diagram for chrysler plymouth and dodge cars.