diff ratio 960

Hi all , could some kind person inform me if the strength of the rear suspension (relative to other cars) and the diff ratio from a 960 (indipendent suspension type ) as i intend to use the complete rear suspension in a project powered by a 6 litre v8., any picture would be helpfull also,thanks ,Steve

You will find it easier using the Mk1 IRS from a 760 (post '88) as the coil springs with shock absorbers fitted inside the coils are far easier to alter the rates and firmness of the suspension. I have one (fitted with Nivomats and complete with differential) should you desire it for your project. All the best, Peter. :car-smiley-031:

Thanks for your help it sounds interesting ,and to be able to make adjustments would be helpfull ,is this assembly fitted to a subframe (old jaguar style ) of should i have to fabricate one with original mounting dimensions ? how much are you willing to let it go for and is it complete ?,thanks ,Steve

760's generally have taller diffs than the 960's. The 760 Turbo man is 3.54:1, the 760 Turbo auto and the 760TD is 3.73:1, and the 760GLE is 3.91:1. The first gen 960 saloons were 3.91:1 unless they were the rare manual 2.3 turbos in which case they are 3.54:1. These have the same IRS as the 760 saloons with the coil springs. Mk2 960's (from 1995MY) are either 3.91:1 for the 3.0's or 4.10:1 for the 2.5's.

thank you v6 man ,just what i needed, off to the scrappy soon then

760 IRS Mk1 has a subframe mounted to the body by four(?) bolts. Diff mounts to subframe and double u/j half shafts/wheel assemblies are supported by suspension arms attached to subframe. It is fully complete but still attached to body. It is available with propshaft if needed. All the best, Peter. :car-smiley-031:

Thanks for the offer Peter , could you give me a clue where in the country you are and a what its worth to you,Steve