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When equipped with the 289 "HiPo" engine and a 4.11 rear axle ratio, the 1965 Mustang achieved 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) in 5.2 seconds and a 1 ⁄ 4 mile (402 m) time of 14.0 seconds at 100 mph (161 km/h). [34] The 1966 Mustang debuted with moderate trim changes including a new grille, side ornamentation, wheel covers, and gas cap.
Factory center sections carry two (2) different bearing dimensions (3.0625 and 3.250 in or 77.7875 and 82.5500 mm). Factory axle shaft and differential spline count is 28 and 31, although aftermarket axles with 35 and 40 spline count are readily available from reputable manufacturers. Wide variety of axle bearing flanges were fabricated.
The rear end was replaced with a high performance 9-inch unit; the brakes included 6 pistons in front and 4 pistons out back. The driveshaft was a stronger unit while the suspension included new struts, sway bars and bushings. The hood, rear panel and splitter were functional pieces for performance.
The Mustang was facelifted, giving the Mustang a more massive look overall and allowing a big block engine to be offered for the first time. Front and rear end styling was more pronounced, and the "twin cove" instrument panel offered a thicker crash pad and larger gauges. Hardtop, fastback, and convertible body styles continued as before.
For the 1965 model year, the full-sized Ford platform underwent a complete redesign. While sharing the 119-inch wheelbase of the previous generation, Ford redesigned the frame and suspension in an effort to upgrade ride and handling. The longitudinal rear leaf springs (used since 1949) were replaced by a three-link coil-sprung live rear axle.
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Ring, pinion and carrier all remained between the solid axle and independent rear suspension. The solid rear axle from 1995-2001 Explorers is a popular swap for older Jeep Wranglers and Cherokees. In addition to being nearly the same width, they have the same wheel bolt pattern, are equipped with disc brakes, and are much stronger than the Dana ...