Pacer Rear Axle

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Justin, the Pacer almost shares the rear axle with the Matador and Ambo (same vintage -- 67-78). Gear ratios will have to be watched, and it's not a direct bolt in. The big cars used four link coil spring suspension, the Pacer leafs. You'd have to cut/grind the mounts off the big car axle then weld spring seats (available at most 4x4 shops) to it at the proper location. It's a lot of work, but if you can't find a Pacer axle it's an option. 

Have your friend check local drivelline shops. If the shop is pulling, rebuilding, and reinstalling the axle $1100 isn't way out there. You can save half by pulling the axle and taking it to the shop. R&R isn't hard for the money saved! 

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