ford 9" into 280 with chevy ls1 swap questions

[Guest bucnasty]

did a search saw some general info

does anybody have a stickied swap guide on how to do this?

any swaps that can be purchased

i have a 9" brake to brake setup right now, but i know ill need it shortened

so the more info or thoughts put here the better

gonna need it to handle 500-600 hp

so please help me out, first project z im doing, but gathering all the parts before i really tear into the car

 

chris.

[boodlefoof]

Hi bucnasty,

 

I too will be doing the swap you're considering. As far as I know there are no kit swaps for what you're planning. You'll have to fabricate an entirely new rear suspension and figure out how to attach it to the car.

 

I'm going to be making a complete new spaceframe for the car, so that part isn't an issue. As far as the rear suspension, I'd suggest looking into the Satchell link or a Z link. I think either should package all right without too much chopping on the floorboards.

[Mike kZ]

This is what I did with my shortened 12 bolt chevy: http://forums.hybridz.org/showthread.php?t=71025&highlight=straight+axle

[Guest bucnasty]

This is what I did with my shortened 12 bolt chevy: http://forums.hybridz.org/showthread.php?t=71025&highlight=straight+axle

 

 

mike read that before, do u have more up close and personal pics of the setup

was thinking of using the 4 link or ladder bar setup comp engineermakes with the whole square frame and all.

 

anyone else? more info the better for me lol

 

 

chris.

[dr_hunt]

I've got a ladder bar setup and coil overs in mine. Has a diagonal bar for location. I'm going to go to a 4 link and tub it cause I can't get no satistraction, no, no, no..... So when I get done I may have a 9 inch rear that fits the z for sale, mmmmmm.