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Title: 94-95 or 96-04 Spindles?
Post by: Romeo2k on October 21, 2009, 10:34:57 AM

Need some advice.

I'm gathering parts to do a 5lug conversion all around, I'm good for the rear but having troubles with the front.

I've got everything i should need except the banjo bolts for the front brake lines and spacers or new sn95 spec balljoints.

But i'm having a very hard time coming up with 94-95 spindles locally.
(96-04 is surprisingly easier)

I know the 94-95 spindles + my current knowledge and parts would be a straight up install.

But i am unsure about the 96-04 spindles...

*Keep in mind i would be upgrading the straight up stock '84 V6 front setup.

I guess what im asking is, What all would be getting myself into if i dive into:
Stock '84 V6 front setup
TO
"Lowered?"
SN95 96-04 Front Spindle Swap.

Would i need to change struts, a-arms and steering rack just to do this?

Title: 94-95 or 96-04 Spindles?
Post by: andrew beedle on October 21, 2009, 02:35:12 PM

the newer spindles will make for a wider stance by pushing the wheels out farther. This can cause fender rubbing issues if you don't find wheels with the correct offset. Use the earlier style spindles

Title: 94-95 or 96-04 Spindles?
Post by: Romeo2k on October 21, 2009, 04:56:29 PM

Ah, Yes that answers another question i had.

So really it kinda sounds like the 96-04 Spindles are more of a pain to work with.
Is there any significant benefit to using them over the earlier ones?

Also,
Erics write up mentions 96-04 Spindles are "Best For Lowered Cars".
I have possible future plans on a 1-2" drop, Would this affect usage of 94-95 Spindles?

Bummer is, I just heard back from a guy locally on craigslist and he still has some spindles, But they are from a 1996. :(

Title: 94-95 or 96-04 Spindles?
Post by: Romeo2k on October 22, 2009, 06:47:00 AM

The guy wants $75 for the '96 Spindles, And they come with hubs and dust shields.
I could probably talk him to $65.

I'm having a hard time locating 94-95's...

Any answers to my last post? Should i still just pass and hold out for the earliers to show up?

Title: 94-95 or 96-04 Spindles?
Post by: gumby on October 22, 2009, 07:16:10 AM

http://www.maximummotorsports.com/content/tech_info/front_susp/spindle_warning.php

Title: 94-95 or 96-04 Spindles?
Post by: 1BadBird on October 22, 2009, 07:52:33 PM

That's some very usefull reading. Thanks Gumby

Title: 94-95 or 96-04 Spindles?
Post by: Romeo2k on October 23, 2009, 10:45:37 AM

Sure is, Thanks much! :burnout:

Title: 94-95 or 96-04 Spindles?
Post by: Romeo2k on November 03, 2009, 01:38:54 AM

Is there any difference between 94-95 Cobra Spindles And Regulars?

Title: 94-95 or 96-04 Spindles?
Post by: desotorandy on November 09, 2009, 11:08:00 PM

I have an 87 V6 Bird LX,will be using a 5.0HO in the near future,Have an 88 lincoln Mark VII parts car. Would it be better to use the Mark front suspensions stuff (The A arms have a coil spring kit from Arnott already) or should I use the 94-95 susp parts? Poly VS rubber? I have T/C sway bars already, I'm looking for great handling along w/5 lug conversion,also can you recomend a great all set of springs and struts? leaning towards handling?

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Technical => Suspension/Steering => Topic started by: Romeo2k on October 21, 2009, 10:34:57 AM