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1st Generation 1964 1/2 - 1973 - Questions & general discussions that apply to a specific year => 1966 Mustang => Topic started by: Building 3 on May 09, 2014, 08:26:45 PM

Title: 8" Differntial paint & machining
Post by: Building 3 on May 09, 2014, 08:26:45 PM
I used the search function to find photos of how the painted and machined surfaces should look on the 8" differential. Unfortunately my PC could not load and view the photos.  I would appreciate it if someone could post a few photos of a concours 8" differential.  I know that the center section should be red oxide but I am uncertain as to the machined surfaces or the finish of the bolts and washers.  Thanks!
Title: Re: 8" Differntial paint & machining
Post by: J_Speegle on May 10, 2014, 12:32:53 AM
Don't keep pictures of restored cars. More often than not they are an interpretation of what some one saw,  remembers or borrowed/stole from someone else's car or a magazine :(


Green arrows- face of pinion bearing retainer
Red arrows- face of rear end housing
Blue arrow- drivers side half moon
Purple arrow- passenger side half moon
Yellow arrow- face of third member housing

Nuts in zinc or cad

Pinion bearing retainer bolts I've always finished them a darkened natural

(http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f49/firetrainer/ConcoursMustang/8inch653rddetail_zps88e47d6c.jpg) (http://s44.photobucket.com/user/firetrainer/media/ConcoursMustang/8inch653rddetail_zps88e47d6c.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 8" Differntial paint & machining
Post by: Building 3 on May 11, 2014, 04:52:19 PM
Great photo.  Thanks!