Thread: Replacement Rear axles that Fit 1946 Ford Coupe?

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Is there any draw backs to using the original rear end when i upgrade the engine in a couple of years?

Originally Posted by KOULAIDE

Is there any draw backs to using the original rear end when i upgrade the engine in a couple of years?

Only if you decide to step on the gas pedal. Well actually these stock Ford banjos took some abuse in the early days, even on dragsters, but they did break often too. Keys in the ends broke and if the axle broke the wheel on that side would part company with the backing plate. They used to sell safety clamps that went over the edge of the brake drum so if the axle did break it kept the drum in place until you could stop (maybe)

With a moderate street engine and a sensible right foot lots of rods are running them, especially with the current "traditional" craze. But a nice 8 or 9 inch Ford or Camaro rear is much stronger and easier to get parts for when you are 500 miles from home. I have a 46 rear but will use it for an old timey modified and put something stronger under my 46.......I know how I forget and put my foot through the firewall way too often.


Don