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By Ronald J. Welch
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Engineered
Roll-Under IFS Assembly: NOVICE to SEMI SKILLED
One of the easiest to install IFS systems is the
fully assembled IFS front end. Installation requires that you strip off your old
suspension, roll in the new IFS assembly and adapt your steering. These systems usually
require welding to the existing frame, but there are a few bolt-in IFS assemblies.
The ride characteristics are excellent and can be
tuned to meet your driving needs. The ride height is maintained and handling is quit good.
The benefit of power steering and disc brakes speak for themselves.
Most of these systems are built around the Mustang II
type IFS and use standard FORD or GM components. There are some hybrid systems that are
scratch built and use FORD, GM and now DODGE DAKOTA components. Most of this systems
utilize rack and pinion steering and offer options for wheel lug pattern and weight
correction. (Springs)
The cost of these type of IFS systems start around
$1,600 and up, with around $2,200 being the average project cost with steering. The time
savings for this project is substantial. A well tooled hobbyist could do this project in a
couple of weekends.  [more]
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