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hemi43 · 01-08-2018, 04:04 PM

I've used aftermarket IFS in the past (TCI) and don't like them at all. The main problem is that the geometry is based on a Mustang 2. This might be great for a Mustang 2, but there's too many things compromised when adapting these to different vehicles. Things like Ackermann and KPI cannot be changed because it's set into the front end, and the numbers are no where near what you want in a truck. Unless the front suspension will be seen like in a fenderless hotrod, I would use something from a late model vehicle. Crown Vic front ends are a popular choice as well as a few others.

If it was me, I would try and use as much of the front end off of a 67-72 2wd truck and ditch the steering box. A rack and pinion and big brakes would be the first thing I'd be looking at.

01-08-2018, 04:04 PM	#2
hemi43 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Ontario Canada Posts: 1,500	Re: 2wd Front end decisions... IFS or what???? I've used aftermarket IFS in the past (TCI) and don't like them at all. The main problem is that the geometry is based on a Mustang 2. This might be great for a Mustang 2, but there's too many things compromised when adapting these to different vehicles. Things like Ackermann and KPI cannot be changed because it's set into the front end, and the numbers are no where near what you want in a truck. Unless the front suspension will be seen like in a fenderless hotrod, I would use something from a late model vehicle. Crown Vic front ends are a popular choice as well as a few others. If it was me, I would try and use as much of the front end off of a 67-72 2wd truck and ditch the steering box. A rack and pinion and big brakes would be the first thing I'd be looking at.