Two steps forward , three steps back . One of the problems with working on a tight budget is that you can't buy all your parts at once . Years ago I was able to purchase some of my DSE parts but not everything at once . I purchased the mini tub kit , subframe connectors and two pairs of rear torque boxes . Two pairs to make one pair , the boxes needed to be lengthened to work with the Cougar . So with the modification done and installed along with the connectors and tubs everything looked great . Last forward a couple of years and the purchase of the DSE QuadraLink complete , the last piece of the puzzle . DSE has redesigned the rear torque boxes , much stronger I might add . So today I spent a couple of hours cutting out the old style boxes ( only one side ), damn I did a good job installing the old ones .
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Originally posted by silver_bullet View PostThat looks like a very good day indeed! Nice score! Part of the original plan?
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Didn't know if there was an original 9 incher in the Cougar....
I believe that this may lead to the shortage of right side axles: https://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/...8-axle.615710/Patrick & Tammy
- Long Haulin' 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2014...Addicting isn't it...??
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Originally posted by silver_bullet View PostDidn't know if there was an original 9 incher in the Cougar....
I believe that this may lead to the shortage of right side axles: https://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/...8-axle.615710/
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Originally posted by Beagle View PostHow is the offset going to work out? Planning to narrow it?
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Deja Vu for me on the axle decision. I went through the same thought process.
I was planning on a Ford 8.8 for a long time, but when it came time to start writing checks I ended up going Moser 9. Mostly for convenience and a worry-free lifetime on that part of the car .
Love to see new updates on this thing, Thanks!
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Originally posted by mike343sharpstick View PostDeja Vu for me on the axle decision. I went through the same thought process.
I was planning on a Ford 8.8 for a long time, but when it came time to start writing checks I ended up going Moser 9. Mostly for convenience and a worry-free lifetime on that part of the car .
Love to see new updates on this thing, Thanks!
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Originally posted by mike343sharpstick View PostBoth great options, I divided my rear axle cost into 3 parts. Made it less painful. First I bought the housing and axles. Then the center section, then the brakes.
Didn't make it any cheaper, just tricking myself, LOL.
I did the same thing with my rear suspension , I bought half and installed it . Then a couple of years later when I go to order the balance , they redesigned part of the kit and part of what I had installed already wasn't going to work ! . No big deal but a pain in the ass just the same ! lol
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