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So, I'm doing a 68 truck, i can get my hands on a set of 77 spindles.
If I where to buy 3" drop beams I'd get them for 77. Correct?
Then use 77 outer tie rod ends??
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yes because of the matching king pin diameter.

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If I where to not use drop beams and replace the bushings could i use my old beams??
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only if the king pin diameters were the same.
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fordman, Got the drip rail/linkage/hump today.
Thanks again.
Now find me a complete disc brake set-up so I can send you some more money.. :D :D
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Post by fordman »

that is easy the shipping sucks though but i can do it. actually i know where one or maybe two are sitting right now 73-77 trucks i also know of some f250 disc set ups. in the same place.
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convincor,

Here ya' go :thup:
http://www.fordification.com/forum/view ... hp?t=26754
Wish I were closer as i have a good set of discs for sale.
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FLA.=long ride for brakes.
Working with a guy now in PA who may be interested in the 460 I pulled from my truck.
He know's of a few good bone yards. And there's also another guy in PA who has a bench seat and drive shaft. So it may be worth a road trip down there.....
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