Week 21 update......
After finishing the painting last week meant that I could get back to spannering and start bolting bits back together.
First up was refitting the rear beam followed by the two trailing arms and (temporarily) the shock absorbers.
Rear beam and trailing arms by
marlinpeter, on Flickr
The rear bump stops are as rare as 'hens teeth'.
Unfortunately, the shocks that came with the kit were for a Granada and the wrong length for the Sabre, so I decided to try these Japanese KYB shock absorbers.
Shock absorbers by
marlinpeter, on Flickr
After a trial fit of the rear beam, it became clear that I needed the top part of the bush.
Rear beam poly bush by
marlinpeter, on Flickr
Rear beam poly bush by
marlinpeter, on Flickr
View from below. The smaller bolts are 7/16 inch UNF but I have no idea why.
Rear hubs have been refurbished with new bearings and grease seals.
Rear hubs fitted by
marlinpeter, on Flickr
I've fitted the differential/final drive but the bad news was that the Floflex mount didn't fit so I've put the Ford part back.
Final Drive fitted by
marlinpeter, on Flickr
Next up will be the rear springs, half shafts and then a quick go round with the torque wrench before putting the rear wheels back on.
........peter