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FE Technical Forum / Re: Need Advice on Fox Body FE Project
« on: December 28, 2022, 07:45:07 AM »
- Is one year in that 78-83 model run preferable from a racing standpoint? I know the 2 door sedans are probably lightest, but I'm leaning towards a 2 door Futura. They are all pretty much the same
- I'd be looking at a tubular K member to save some weight, and run aftermarket front suspension components. I've looked at quite a few K members online, but haven't seen any that are set up for an FE. Is there such a thing? If not, can one for a small block Ford be modified to work? Try Team Z Motorsports
- I would plan to run subframe connectors along with a full cage. All the subframe connectors I've come across are for Mustangs, which are too short to fit a Fairmont. Does anyone know of a source for Fairmont subframe connectors, or do I have to fabricate those? Try Team Z Motorsports
- How about fiberglass hoods and bumpers for those cars (which are legal in the class), are they available? Try HO fibertrends
- Where can I get a 9" rear end housing that has the proper suspension attachment brackets already welded on? I don't want to try that myself on this rear suspension, and all the rear ends I've seen online are complete units. I prefer Mark Williams axles and their aluminum case, and I happen to have a case already, so I don't want to buy a complete rear end. Try Team Z Motorsports
- Is there a preferred source for the front suspension components, given a drag race application? Try Team Z Motorsports
- The class allows minor welding to the chassis for strengthening purposes. Are there some points on the chassis that could or should be reinforced for a drag application? Perhaps around the factory rear suspension arm mounting points? Weld the upper torque boxes to the floor boards completly, and use battle boxes on the lower