I don't think the whole frame needs to be boxed for the Mustang II
conversion. The boxing plates supplied in the kit will provide adequate
support. It's the Hp that you intend to install that dictates what
preventative measures need to be taken at the rear of the frame to prevent
stress cracks or worse. I've had a V8 in my AD since 1976 and when I
doubled the horse power 4 years ago I went a head a boxed the back section
of the frame behind the cab and added a few extra cross members. I am also
considering an upgrade to a 4-link next winter but I'm kind of holding back
since theirs nothing wrong with my leaf springs suspension. Several months
ago I converted my Mustang II coil spring suspension to Air Ride and have
the lines ran to rearend for bags but haven't decided "leafs and bags or
4-link and bags".
Joe
-----Original Message-----
From: steven stuckmeyer <slstu@msn.com>
To: oletruck <oletrucks@autox.team.net>
Date: Friday, February 15, 2002 7:37 PM
Subject: [oletrucks] Frame prep for IFS
> I am getting reading to go for Mustang II IFS conversion. I've been doing
>some research and come across a website saying that the whole frame needs
to
>be boxed for an IFS to perform correctly and to prevent the frame from
>cracking. I know the area around the front where the cross member welds in
>should be boxed. But does the whole frame require boxing? I'm undecided on
a
>rear 4-link set up or leaf springs. I'm leaning to the 4-link just because
I
>think it looks neat. Any suggestions?
> Anyone looking for a 56 235? It needs rebuilt, still runs, but loose
>bearings. Also have a complete drive train-3 speed trans w/54 rear axle and
>the 51 front axle. 15x8 rally rims.
>Steve
>51 3100
>St Peters, MO
>oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
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