How does the disassembly of a Mustang take place?
How does the disassembly of a Mustang take place?
The disassembly process begins with the removal of the axles. First, remove the nuts that hold the axle bearing retaining plates on.
How do you disassemble a mustang rear axle?
Be careful when using a screwdriver or other wedge to separate the center housing from the main housing because you must not scratch and/or dent the gasket sealing surface, which will cause a leak. A few hits with a soft mallet might help to dislodge the center section and gears from the housing.
What kind of rear axle does a 1968 Mustang have?
There are exceptions to the rule, such as with our 1968 GT. It came with a 9-inch rear axle even though it is only a 302 0-ci V-8 because it is also a GT version with a 4-bbl carburetor, and thus is considered a high-performance vehicle. There’s an easy way to identify the 9-inch rear end.
Do you need to rebuild the rear of a Mustang?
Since you are rebuilding the rear and putting in all new seals and gaskets, etc., leakage is generally not a concern unless it’s due to the sealing surfaces having been damaged in some way, such as by rusting, warping, or otherwise missing metal. Such problems need to be repaired.
How to replace the parking brake on a SVO?
Replace aluminum washers with copper ones. Use a razor or knife to cut off one end of the rubber pin sleeve, called an Insulator, and pull it out. The sleeves come in Napa Kit #82574 (see above). On the rear of the caliper (parking brake lever side), remove the 13mm hex bolt from the parking brake operating shaft and remove the lever and seal.
What should I do to my SVO rear caliper?
Remove the flex hose and bleed screw from the caliper body. You’ll need to source new, soft copper washers or soften the old ones. Replace aluminum washers with copper ones. Use a razor or knife to cut off one end of the rubber pin sleeve, called an Insulator, and pull it out. The sleeves come in Napa Kit #82574 (see above).
When did the Ford Mustang get an 8.8 rear end?
Starting in 1986 Ford introduced the popular 8.8” rear end in the Mustang. From 1986-2010 the Ford Mustang 8.8 rear end went into all V8 Mustangs (5.0L, 4.6L and 5.4L) and the Ford 7.5” rear end went into all 4 cylinder (2.3L) and V6 Mustangs (3.8L). The 99-01 and the 03-04 Mustang SVT Cobras were equipped…
Be careful when using a screwdriver or other wedge to separate the center housing from the main housing because you must not scratch and/or dent the gasket sealing surface, which will cause a leak. A few hits with a soft mallet might help to dislodge the center section and gears from the housing.
