Robert,
I never checked on the Explorer unit since I already have the T-bird unit in hand. At one time I was all set to build an FFR, but this opportunity came up and I jumped at it.
The Cobra hubs were a good idea, but for a lot less money I had my hubs drilled and found a great price on new bearings at Rockauto.com.
So, what A-arms did you use with the M2 spindles up front? Where would a guy get the tapered mill to make the IMCA style tapered arms? I've looked at them and the only difference I can see is the tapered arm. What other differences are there that I'm not aware of? If I knew anything about these things, I'd probably be dangerous!
Nice to have a few new contributors to the thread for a change. I hope it continues at least long enough for me to learn a thing or two from this thread.
(not that these guys haven't been more than helpful- I've just been leaning on a couple guys here for all the answers and I guess I need to pester someone else for awhile!)
Thanks, Bob