mustang 11 front end in a early nova

wayne gillis · #1 (**permalink**) 11-11-2011, 11:27 AM

What are the pro's and con's of installing a mustang 2 front end in a nova ?
Any help greatly needed, Thanks in advance.

**poncho62** · #2 (**permalink**) 11-11-2011, 11:41 AM

I would imagine that the structure of the Nova would be strong enough to support the M11 front end....However, if you plan on removing the spring wells for more engine room, I would be looking into strengthening it.

wayne gillis · #3 (**permalink**) 11-11-2011, 09:17 PM

i was offered the front end for a 100.00 dollars , i have too remove it from a donor car !

**poncho62** · #4 (**permalink**) 11-12-2011, 05:10 AM

OK, heres the thing...Thought you were talking about an aftermarket M11 crossmember......Using an original out of a car will be a ton of work.

1957plymouthhemi · #5 (**permalink**) 11-12-2011, 07:28 AM

I titally agree with Poncho, and by the time you get done it you will probably end up having to by and make a crossmember for the Nova anyway,

In the other hand provided they are in good shape $100 for upper and lower control arms, spindles, brake strut arms and rack (even as a core) is not a bad price and a lot cheaper than buying aftermarket.

wayne gillis · #6 (**permalink**) 11-12-2011, 08:08 AM

Thanks for the replys,way too much work ! not worth my time

I think if it was out of the car already it might be worth it.

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