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i have a 1974 amc Hornet. it has a 360 motor. i have modified the motor. it runs 12's in the quater mile. but i keep recking the splines on the axles. im not running slicks either. is there another rearaxle i can put under the car. i was wondering about a 9inch ford or 8.8 ford, but not to sure what would fit if any
You can install a Ford rear end, but you'll have to do some modifications to the axle tubes for the AMC springs and finding one with the right track can be a challenge.
You can always modify your AMC rear end.
If you're stripping the splines, try having a machine shop cut two 1/4" grooves 180 degrees apart in the axles and the hubs. This allows you to use thicker woodruff keys and should keep the splines from stripping out.
You can also add a weld bead where the axle tubes go into the differential housing. This will stiffen up the rear end.
Or you can contact Superior Axles for one piece axles.
http://www.superioraxle.com/axles.html#rearaxles
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Kevin Pilotte
Expertise
I can answer many technical questions relating to AMC vehicles prior to 1979. I also have experience with Rambler & Nash vehicles.
Experience
I am a former AMC technician, service writer and service manager. I have worked in AMC dealers in Illinois in the 70's. After college, I was a Field Service Rep for American Motors Sales Corporation, working out of the Chicago Zone office. I traveled to AMC dealers assisting in the diagnosis and repair of AMC vehicles. I was also the Area Training Manager for DeLorean Motor Company. I have 10+ years as an Automotive Instructor. I have modified and restored
numerous AMC vehicles. I have been working on AMC vehicles for over 30 years.
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I have been an ASE Certified Master Technician since 1975. This includes L1. I am also currently a Toyota Certified Master Diagnostic Technician.
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I have articles in "American Motoring", the official publication of the American Motors Owners Association. They are the largest AMC club in the world.
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