It fits and runs
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Pigiron
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Re: It fits and runs
My Ford 302 powered Safari.
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- Back compartment. Bed and storage.
The older I get the faster I was.
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Pigiron
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Re: It fits and runs
Some more pics.
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- C-4 trans and headers.
The older I get the faster I was.
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Smiliesafari
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Re: It fits and runs
This is a neat swap.........but Dude...........the graffiti on the Chevy bowtie just ain't right.
1996 Safari SLX Hotair balloon transport vehicle
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mdmead
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Re: It fits and runs
I'm with Skip. This is so WRONG!!!Smiliesafari wrote:This is a neat swap.........but Dude...........the graffiti on the Chevy bowtie just ain't right.
Matt
Selah, WA
-96 GMC Safari AWD Hi-Top Conversion -->Stalled 5.3L swap & 5" lift
-74 Ford Bronco -->Far from perfect but mine!
-99 V-10 Ford Super Duty Super Cab 4x4 -->Stock with 285 Cooper ATs
-00 Ford Focus Wagon -->The Red Turd
-95 Ford 24' Class C Motorhome -->My big block sleeper
-07 Can-Am Outlander XT -->My yellow 4x4 quad for work & play
-04 Ski Doo REV Summit -->Still several chassis behind!
No new projects until the current ones are done!
Selah, WA
-96 GMC Safari AWD Hi-Top Conversion -->Stalled 5.3L swap & 5" lift
-74 Ford Bronco -->Far from perfect but mine!
-99 V-10 Ford Super Duty Super Cab 4x4 -->Stock with 285 Cooper ATs
-00 Ford Focus Wagon -->The Red Turd
-95 Ford 24' Class C Motorhome -->My big block sleeper
-07 Can-Am Outlander XT -->My yellow 4x4 quad for work & play
-04 Ski Doo REV Summit -->Still several chassis behind!
No new projects until the current ones are done!
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mdmead
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Re: It fits and runs
I'd sure like to know all the details on the 9" swap...
Matt
Selah, WA
-96 GMC Safari AWD Hi-Top Conversion -->Stalled 5.3L swap & 5" lift
-74 Ford Bronco -->Far from perfect but mine!
-99 V-10 Ford Super Duty Super Cab 4x4 -->Stock with 285 Cooper ATs
-00 Ford Focus Wagon -->The Red Turd
-95 Ford 24' Class C Motorhome -->My big block sleeper
-07 Can-Am Outlander XT -->My yellow 4x4 quad for work & play
-04 Ski Doo REV Summit -->Still several chassis behind!
No new projects until the current ones are done!
Selah, WA
-96 GMC Safari AWD Hi-Top Conversion -->Stalled 5.3L swap & 5" lift
-74 Ford Bronco -->Far from perfect but mine!
-99 V-10 Ford Super Duty Super Cab 4x4 -->Stock with 285 Cooper ATs
-00 Ford Focus Wagon -->The Red Turd
-95 Ford 24' Class C Motorhome -->My big block sleeper
-07 Can-Am Outlander XT -->My yellow 4x4 quad for work & play
-04 Ski Doo REV Summit -->Still several chassis behind!
No new projects until the current ones are done!
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Pigiron
Topic author - I am merely driving my van
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Re: It fits and runs
Tell that to all the Ford owners with Chevy engines!mdmead wrote:I'm with Skip. This is so WRONG!!!Smiliesafari wrote:This is a neat swap.........but Dude...........the graffiti on the Chevy bowtie just ain't right.
The older I get the faster I was.
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Pigiron
Topic author - I am merely driving my van
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Re: It fits and runs
1986 Ford Econoline rearend. Comes with 31 spline axles. Redrill axles for 5x5 pattern. Redrill brake drums. Move shock mounts to chevy position. Offset drill housing spring pad 1/4" on each side. Use van's e-brake cables unmodifed. Do not change spring pad angle. it is perfect. Now you all know how to put a Ford 9" rearend in your van to replace that weak diff. "Built Chevy tough with Ford stuff!"mdmead wrote:I'd sure like to know all the details on the 9" swap...
The older I get the faster I was.
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mdmead
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Re: It fits and runs
I do! The one that hurts me the most is all the old F-100s running around with small block Chevys. I mean come on, use a Ford 302 or 351! A classic truck like that deserves better!Pigiron wrote:Tell that to all the Ford owners with Chevy engines!mdmead wrote:I'm with Skip. This is so WRONG!!!Smiliesafari wrote:This is a neat swap.........but Dude...........the graffiti on the Chevy bowtie just ain't right.
Matt
Selah, WA
-96 GMC Safari AWD Hi-Top Conversion -->Stalled 5.3L swap & 5" lift
-74 Ford Bronco -->Far from perfect but mine!
-99 V-10 Ford Super Duty Super Cab 4x4 -->Stock with 285 Cooper ATs
-00 Ford Focus Wagon -->The Red Turd
-95 Ford 24' Class C Motorhome -->My big block sleeper
-07 Can-Am Outlander XT -->My yellow 4x4 quad for work & play
-04 Ski Doo REV Summit -->Still several chassis behind!
No new projects until the current ones are done!
Selah, WA
-96 GMC Safari AWD Hi-Top Conversion -->Stalled 5.3L swap & 5" lift
-74 Ford Bronco -->Far from perfect but mine!
-99 V-10 Ford Super Duty Super Cab 4x4 -->Stock with 285 Cooper ATs
-00 Ford Focus Wagon -->The Red Turd
-95 Ford 24' Class C Motorhome -->My big block sleeper
-07 Can-Am Outlander XT -->My yellow 4x4 quad for work & play
-04 Ski Doo REV Summit -->Still several chassis behind!
No new projects until the current ones are done!
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mdmead
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Re: It fits and runs
Outstanding, thanks!Pigiron wrote:1986 Ford Econoline rearend. Comes with 31 spline axles. Redrill axles for 5x5 pattern. Redrill brake drums. Move shock mounts to chevy position. Offset drill housing spring pad 1/4" on each side. Use van's e-brake cables unmodifed. Do not change spring pad angle. it is perfect. Now you all know how to put a Ford 9" rearend in your van to replace that weak diff. "Built Chevy tough with Ford stuff!"mdmead wrote:I'd sure like to know all the details on the 9" swap...
Matt
Selah, WA
-96 GMC Safari AWD Hi-Top Conversion -->Stalled 5.3L swap & 5" lift
-74 Ford Bronco -->Far from perfect but mine!
-99 V-10 Ford Super Duty Super Cab 4x4 -->Stock with 285 Cooper ATs
-00 Ford Focus Wagon -->The Red Turd
-95 Ford 24' Class C Motorhome -->My big block sleeper
-07 Can-Am Outlander XT -->My yellow 4x4 quad for work & play
-04 Ski Doo REV Summit -->Still several chassis behind!
No new projects until the current ones are done!
Selah, WA
-96 GMC Safari AWD Hi-Top Conversion -->Stalled 5.3L swap & 5" lift
-74 Ford Bronco -->Far from perfect but mine!
-99 V-10 Ford Super Duty Super Cab 4x4 -->Stock with 285 Cooper ATs
-00 Ford Focus Wagon -->The Red Turd
-95 Ford 24' Class C Motorhome -->My big block sleeper
-07 Can-Am Outlander XT -->My yellow 4x4 quad for work & play
-04 Ski Doo REV Summit -->Still several chassis behind!
No new projects until the current ones are done!
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Smiliesafari
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Re: It fits and runs
Ya...good info on the rearend swap. Thanks. I built a custom 12 bolt for my Safari. Huge $$$$$$$$$$$$. Upside...it works and it will hold up under the 305.
1996 Safari SLX Hotair balloon transport vehicle
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doyoulikeithere
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Re: It fits and runs
The distributer is right up at the front too!
Sweet for setting the timing.
Still think it Needs a cobra on the grille!
Sweet for setting the timing.
Still think it Needs a cobra on the grille!
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