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When setting the rear end pinion angle for a 4-bar install on my 1963 Galaxie, I first checked the transmission output shaft and saw 7 degrees downward toward the rear. It seems a bit excessive to me. It has a 390 with a C6 and a hack-job crossmember from a previous owner. I need to fix up the crossmember before completing the 4-bar and would like to know if you guys think it should be raised a bit. If so, what's a good target angle? - Garrett
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Try this site out.
There are so many variations I would think 2 to 4 deg down but again look at the site.
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Thanks, Sanddoc. I'll take a look.
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In my experience most transmissions hang down about 3º Some a little more some a little less but 3º is a the best # to shoot for as it allows you to set your pinion at 0º because you will pick up 2 to 4 degrees from axle wrap.
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Thanks, Daze. Your post is consistent with what I've been hearing. I need to raise that crossmember!
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