DSE Ford 9-Inch Axle Shafts - Torino Flange - 31-Spline - GM 5 x 4.75-Inch Bolt Pattern - 1964-1966 Mustang - 070985DS
Build your 1964-1966 Ford Mustang Ford 9-inch rear axle for serious performance while retaining a GM 5 x 4.75-inch wheel bolt pattern with Detroit Speed 070985DS axle shafts. Designed for demanding high-performance street, autocross, and track use, this pair of 31-spline axle shafts combines high-strength alloy steel construction with Torino flanges and 1/2-inch-20 wheel studs. The GM bolt pattern makes this version an important option for Mustang builds using wheels or brake combinations based around the 5 x 4.75-inch pattern.
Detroit Speed manufactures these axle shafts from high-quality alloy steel, then induction heat treats and magnafluxes them to help ensure strength, quality, and reliability. Press-on Torino flange bearings come already installed, reducing additional assembly work when completing the rear axle. The shafts are equipped with 1/2-inch-20 by 3-inch wheel studs and are sold as a pair. Lug nuts are not included.
Specifications
- Part Number: 070985DS
- Product Type: Axle Shafts
- Axle Style: Ford 9-Inch
- Axle End Style: Torino Flange
- Axle Shaft Spline Quantity: 31
- Material: High-Strength Alloy Steel
- Wheel Bolt Pattern: GM 5 x 4.75-Inch
- Wheel Stud Thread Size: 1/2-Inch-20
- Wheel Stud Length: 3 Inches
- Bearings: Press-On Torino Flange Bearings Installed
- Quantity: Pair
- Lug Nuts Included: No
- Made in USA: Yes
- Application: 1964-1966 Ford Mustang
Features
- 31-spline Ford 9-inch axle shafts built to withstand extreme performance use
- Designed for 1964-1966 Ford Mustang applications
- GM 5 x 4.75-inch wheel bolt pattern
- High-strength alloy steel construction
- Induction heat treated for strength and durability
- Magnafluxed to help ensure quality and reliability
- Torino flange axle ends
- Press-on Torino flange bearings come already installed
- 1/2-inch-20 by 3-inch wheel studs
- Engineered for high-performance street, autocross, and track applications
- Sold as a pair
- Made in the USA
Fitment
- 1964 Ford Mustang
- 1965 Ford Mustang
- 1966 Ford Mustang
Fitment Note: Detroit Speed identifies part number 070985DS for 1964-1966 Ford Mustang applications and specifies the GM 5 x 4.75-inch wheel bolt pattern. This is an axle shaft set only. Verify the Ford 9-inch housing, differential spline count, brakes, wheel hardware, and complete rear axle configuration before ordering.
FAQs
What is included with DSE 070985DS?
Part number 070985DS includes a pair of 31-spline Ford 9-inch axle shafts with Torino flanges, 1/2-inch-20 by 3-inch wheel studs, and press-on bearings already installed. Lug nuts are not included.
What is the difference between 070980DS and 070985DS?
Both axle sets are designed for 1964-1966 Ford Mustang Ford 9-inch rear axle applications. Part number 070985DS uses the GM 5 x 4.75-inch wheel bolt pattern, while 070980DS uses the Ford 5 x 4.5-inch wheel bolt pattern.
Are the Torino flange bearings already installed?
Yes. Detroit Speed supplies the 070985DS axle shafts with the press-on Torino flange bearings already installed.
Why Buy from Beefcake Racing?
Beefcake Racing is your source for proven performance drivetrain, suspension, and chassis components for serious street, Pro Touring, autocross, and track builds. If you need help matching these Detroit Speed axle shafts with the correct Ford 9-inch housing, center section, brakes, wheels, or supporting rear-end components for your Mustang, our experienced team can help you put together the right combination. Email sales@beefcakeracing.com or call 1-855-827-7223 for assistance.
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