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gonebad2 · 09-26-2004, 03:44 AM

I have seen it advertised in the past but cant find it now..... I am looking for a Weld in Mustang II front suspension kit for a 72 Blazer 2wd. I have checked Heidts and TCI with no luck. I will be converting a 72 Blazer 4x4 to a 2wd and would like to use a steering system with a power rack and a bagged suspension front and back. Any help would be greatly appreciated....Thanks

Tx Firefighter · 09-26-2004, 03:59 AM

I always use Fatman's MII crossmembers

EDIT: I just looked in their catalog, and they sell the bolt in type of MII crossmember for Chevy trucks.

68C15 · 09-26-2004, 01:00 PM

any idea on the price? I know thier stuff is engineered VERY well & am interested.

FirstGen · 09-26-2004, 05:19 PM

With a setup like that would you retain the same wheel backspacing requirements and stuff? What are the main advantages to a setup like that if you are not going to bags?
Thanks,
Taylor

gonebad2 · 09-26-2004, 06:17 PM

Tx Firefighter...Thanks for the info. Bolt in will be ok. I will check out their website.

68c10owner · 09-26-2004, 06:52 PM

the price is $929 for the bolt in x member. it includes tubular upper control arms and narrows front wheel track about 2".

gonebad2 · 09-26-2004, 07:07 PM

Yes, they have what I need. Just checked out their website and will give them a call tomorrow. Thanks for the info guys.....

68LSS1 · 09-26-2004, 11:09 PM

Give Ed at Mothertruckers a call. He's a authorized dealer. I bet he can get you a bette price than buying direct. You will definately be happy with their stuff. I got the "Stage III" which is the polished tubular a-arms and coil overs.

FirstGen · 09-26-2004, 11:18 PM

What is the main benefit to doing this? Just better suspension or for better brake options?

68LSS1 · 09-26-2004, 11:24 PM

Better suspension which translates to a lot better handling. Weight savings with those of us with trucks on a diet. Easist way to add rack and pinion steering.

*Randy70C-10* · 09-27-2004, 01:49 AM

I honestly can't think of any advantage, the original suspension rides like a Caddy. I used MustangII on my '30 Chevy because it was an easy way to get rid of the straight axle but it doesn't handle half as good as my truck.

gonebad2 · 09-27-2004, 01:54 AM

I'm using it to replace the front suspension on a 72 4x4 Blazer and doing a four link on the back. Don't want a 4wd Blazer. 2wd is more to my liking.

crazy longhorn · 09-27-2004, 02:01 AM

I have looked at the mustang II also, & have to say it looks slicker n chit, & will shave a little nose weight on a racer....but for the bucks, & dont see the advantage on a street bound truck. I run a cut coil drop on my longhorn, & a set of handmade shock relocater brackets, & stock replacement shocks(Monroe)....nothing trick at all. I have had several guys ride in that old truck, & comment on how nice it rides....I am old school , & really can see changing what "works"(or cant afford to !) best of luck,crazyL

*Randy70C-10* · 09-27-2004, 09:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gonebad2

I'm using it to replace the front suspension on a 72 4x4 Blazer and doing a four link on the back. Don't want a 4wd Blazer. 2wd is more to my liking.

Ahhh, that makes a big difference, but why not use a 2wd front suspension? Won't the crossmember bolt right in?

gonebad2 · 09-27-2004, 10:06 PM

Randy, it might. Some say yes, others say no. I'm gonna bag it and use the polished a-arms etc. This one is gonna get driven every now and again but not daily. It will give me enough room to take the family along if they want to go to car shows with me. I'll use a Ford 9" with a 4 link. Right now, I'm looking at going with a 502 Ramjet. Gonna have to talk to Fatman Engineering and ask about weight issues with a big block. If there is a problem with too much weight on their crossmember, I think I will go with a LS-1.

*Randy70C-10* · 09-27-2004, 10:10 PM

Wow, that's an expensive motor!

gonebad2 · 09-27-2004, 10:17 PM

I know....My Son just left for college..I should have enough saved for it in about 2 months just by not having to feed him.....lol

09-26-2004, 03:44 AM	#1
gonebad2 Merciless Butcher Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: CC Nevada Posts: 1,447	Mustang II Suspension I have seen it advertised in the past but cant find it now..... I am looking for a Weld in Mustang II front suspension kit for a 72 Blazer 2wd. I have checked Heidts and TCI with no luck. I will be converting a 72 Blazer 4x4 to a 2wd and would like to use a steering system with a power rack and a bagged suspension front and back. Any help would be greatly appreciated....Thanks __________________ Your Bought And Sold....I Got Your Soul!

09-26-2004, 03:59 AM	#2
Tx Firefighter Watch out for your cornhole ! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Azle, Texas Posts: 14,162	I always use Fatman's MII crossmembers EDIT: I just looked in their catalog, and they sell the bolt in type of MII crossmember for Chevy trucks. __________________ I'm on the Instagram- @Gearhead_Kevin

09-26-2004, 01:00 PM	#3
68C15 blood type; Retumbo Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: next to my reloading bench Posts: 10,269	any idea on the price? I know thier stuff is engineered VERY well & am interested. __________________ Man rule #77...if you own a 67 stepside with a caddy 472 you will never be in danger of loosing you man card

09-26-2004, 05:19 PM	#4
FirstGen Just Don't Stop! Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Dallas Posts: 1,239	With a setup like that would you retain the same wheel backspacing requirements and stuff? What are the main advantages to a setup like that if you are not going to bags? Thanks, Taylor __________________ 1968 C10 build in process TT LSA/6L90e/9"

09-26-2004, 06:17 PM	#5
gonebad2 Merciless Butcher Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: CC Nevada Posts: 1,447	Tx Firefighter...Thanks for the info. Bolt in will be ok. I will check out their website. __________________ Your Bought And Sold....I Got Your Soul!

09-26-2004, 06:52 PM	#6
68c10owner Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Carmichael, California Posts: 3,005	the price is $929 for the bolt in x member. it includes tubular upper control arms and narrows front wheel track about 2". __________________ Anthony

09-26-2004, 07:07 PM	#7
gonebad2 Merciless Butcher Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: CC Nevada Posts: 1,447	Yes, they have what I need. Just checked out their website and will give them a call tomorrow. Thanks for the info guys..... __________________ Your Bought And Sold....I Got Your Soul!

09-26-2004, 11:09 PM	#8
68LSS1 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Tampa Posts: 1,191	Give Ed at Mothertruckers a call. He's a authorized dealer. I bet he can get you a bette price than buying direct. You will definately be happy with their stuff. I got the "Stage III" which is the polished tubular a-arms and coil overs. __________________ '68 Short Step LS1/T56, Hydratech, Fatman Fabrications Stage III, Baer, Hot Rods to Hell, US Body, S&W, etc

09-26-2004, 11:18 PM	#9
FirstGen Just Don't Stop! Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Dallas Posts: 1,239	What is the main benefit to doing this? Just better suspension or for better brake options? __________________ 1968 C10 build in process TT LSA/6L90e/9"

09-26-2004, 11:24 PM	#10
68LSS1 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Tampa Posts: 1,191	Better suspension which translates to a lot better handling. Weight savings with those of us with trucks on a diet. Easist way to add rack and pinion steering. __________________ '68 Short Step LS1/T56, Hydratech, Fatman Fabrications Stage III, Baer, Hot Rods to Hell, US Body, S&W, etc

09-27-2004, 01:49 AM	#11
Randy70C-10 Account Suspended Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Virginia Beach, Va. U.S.A. Posts: 15,320	I honestly can't think of any advantage, the original suspension rides like a Caddy. I used MustangII on my '30 Chevy because it was an easy way to get rid of the straight axle but it doesn't handle half as good as my truck.

09-27-2004, 01:54 AM	#12
gonebad2 Merciless Butcher Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: CC Nevada Posts: 1,447	I'm using it to replace the front suspension on a 72 4x4 Blazer and doing a four link on the back. Don't want a 4wd Blazer. 2wd is more to my liking. __________________ Your Bought And Sold....I Got Your Soul! Last edited by gonebad2; 09-27-2004 at 02:18 AM.

09-27-2004, 02:01 AM	#13
crazy longhorn Fabricate till you "puke" Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Ill Posts: 9,402	I have looked at the mustang II also, & have to say it looks slicker n chit, & will shave a little nose weight on a racer....but for the bucks, & dont see the advantage on a street bound truck. I run a cut coil drop on my longhorn, & a set of handmade shock relocater brackets, & stock replacement shocks(Monroe)....nothing trick at all. I have had several guys ride in that old truck, & comment on how nice it rides....I am old school , & really can see changing what "works"(or cant afford to !) best of luck,crazyL __________________ 69 longhorn,4" chop,3/5 drop, 1/2 ton suspension/disc brakes,1 1/2" body drop,steel tilt clip, 5.3/Edelbrock rpm intake/600 carb, Hooker streetrod shorties,2 1/2" exhaust/ H pipe/50's Flows , 6 spd Richmond trans,12 bolt/ 3.40 gears....

09-27-2004, 10:06 PM	#15
gonebad2 Merciless Butcher Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: CC Nevada Posts: 1,447	Randy, it might. Some say yes, others say no. I'm gonna bag it and use the polished a-arms etc. This one is gonna get driven every now and again but not daily. It will give me enough room to take the family along if they want to go to car shows with me. I'll use a Ford 9" with a 4 link. Right now, I'm looking at going with a 502 Ramjet. Gonna have to talk to Fatman Engineering and ask about weight issues with a big block. If there is a problem with too much weight on their crossmember, I think I will go with a LS-1. __________________ Your Bought And Sold....I Got Your Soul!

09-27-2004, 10:10 PM	#16
Randy70C-10 Account Suspended Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Virginia Beach, Va. U.S.A. Posts: 15,320	Wow, that's an expensive motor!



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