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MK 2 axle ratios

Postby truckdoctor » Tue Oct 31, 2017 8:59 pm

Is the differential changeable with any other in the ford range, I'd like to lower the engine RPM at speed to something like my modern daily driver to something like 2000 rpm at 60 MPH . I know a gearbox change is a possibility but more interested in the diff.
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Re: MK 2 axle ratios

Postby Ralph.9 » Thu Nov 02, 2017 8:06 am

I used a diff from a MK4 Zodiac in my MK1 @3.5-1.
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Re: MK 2 axle ratios

Postby truckdoctor » Fri Nov 03, 2017 7:13 am

Thanks Ralph
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Re: MK 2 axle ratios

Postby Ralph.9 » Fri Nov 03, 2017 8:15 am

You might have to change the bearings on the side as the Transit half shafts are bigger.
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Re: MK 2 axle ratios

Postby supasi » Fri Nov 03, 2017 8:43 pm

i have a 3.54 mk4 zodiac diff in excellent condition and new front oil seal if anyone is interested.
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Re: MK 2 axle ratios

Postby Muttley » Mon Nov 06, 2017 10:01 pm

I think you may be pushed to get 60 mph at 2000rpm with any diff :wink:
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