Product Summary

Universal Fit, Straight Axle Front Suspension Type

  • This Radius Rod I-Beam axle kit is designed to fit '28-'31 Model A and '32-'34 Ford frames
  • 4" drop axle with 46" kingpin to kingpin width delivers a traditional hot rod style
  • Super slide reverse eye spring lowers the ride height while providing bind free suspension movement
  • Harpin radius rods continue with the old school hot rod look
  • Add one of our steering and brake kits to finish out your front end

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Key Specs

MFG. Part #91639519
Front Suspension TypeStraight Axle
Suspension Height Adjustment4 Inch Lowered
Control Arm StyleRadius Rod
Shock TypeNot Included
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Speedway Motors 91639519 Details

Speedway Radius Rod I-Beam axle kits are designed to fit '28-'31 Model A and '32-'34 Ford frames. I-Beam axles require '37-'48 Ford passenger car spindles. Kits are available in plain steel.

Each kit includes:

  • 46" kingpin-to-kingpin I-beam axle, 4" dropped
  • 27" hairpin radius rods
  • Forged steel perch bolts
  • Forged steel lower shock mounts (key-slotted design)
  • Spring shackles w/ nylon bushings
  • 29-1/4" eye-to-eye Super Glide spring, 1-3/4" wide
  • All hardware for assembly

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Speedway Motors 91639519 Specifications

KEY SPECS
MFG. Part #91639519
BrandSpeedway Motors
Front Suspension TypeStraight Axle
Suspension Height Adjustment4 Inch Lowered
Control Arm StyleRadius Rod
Shock TypeNot Included
Spring TypeLeaf Spring
FinishNatural
Rotor DiameterNot Included
Spindle StyleFord Custom
Dropped SpindlesNo
Dropped AxleYes
Dropped Control ArmsNo
Front Leaf Spring StyleSpring-Over Axle
Spindles IncludedNo
Brakes IncludedNo
Steering IncludedNo
Welding RequiredYes
GENERAL
Straight Axle StyleSolid I-Beam

Ratings & Reviews

4.8

12 Reviews

Overall Assessment

Customers are largely positive about our axle kit, consistently praising its high-quality build and precision fit. The kit's all-in-one nature is highlighted, with all necessary components included and meticulously numbered for easy installation, saving customers time and effort. Users also had no problem installing it on various car models, suggesting great versatility. However, some customers noted minor flaws, such as uncentered holes, but did not consider these as functional issues. Despite minor concerns, most customers would recommend the kit. It surpasses competitors in terms of usability and quality materials used.

4.8

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Most Liked Positive Review

5.0

This I-Beam Kit makes front end installa

I was impressed with this I-Beam kit.....all parts for a complete front end I-beam installation were packaged and numbered with instructions.........I highly recommend this kit.....!! The Superbell I- Beam is excellent quality..... This kit will save You a great deal of time & searching for all the nuts.....bolts & brackets to build a complete drop front end for your streetrod..........

Most Liked Negative Review

3.0

Not happy with the quality of the axle

the holes in the axle for king pins and radius brackets are not centered dont believe it will cause a issue but have seen better .

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Highly recommend this product

5.0

10 months ago

Ford

South Dakota

Verified

This worked perfectly on my original 1929 model a frame.

Would Recommend

Great products from Speedway

5.0

a year ago

Rod

Wa

Verified

Great service great products from speedway you go to place for hot rod parts

Would Recommend

Exactly what we needed!

5.0

4 years ago

Regina

Stafford, ny

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Replacing front axle of 1931 model a

Would Recommend

Great product

5.0

5 years ago

John M

Austin Tx

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Installing it on a 1929 ford model a fordor

Would Recommend

Great product for Maloney!

5.0

6 years ago

Jammer

Waterford

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Putting front end under my 31 Ford coupe

Would Recommend

Would buy again

5.0

7 years ago

Eddie

Texas

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Great axle kit, fit like a glove great quality.

Would Recommend

I liked the kit

5.0

8 years ago

jim

hutchinson mn

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I didn't like waiting for a month.

Would Recommend

Not happy with the quality of the axle

3.0

9 years ago

phathead

spokane wa

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the holes in the axle for king pins and radius brackets are not centered dont believe it will cause a issue but have seen better .

Would Recommend

Highly recommend this product.

5.0

9 years ago

TJ

Englewood, FL

Verified

All components fit and look great

Would Recommend

Very Well Built Products !!!

5.0

9 years ago

Peanuts

Paynesville, Mn.

Verified

Very Prompt

Would Recommend

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Questions & Answers

9 Questions • 11 Answers

What would the length of the tie rod be for this axle if using the #7022754 steering arms?

by Keith

• 6 years ago

1 answer

What U-bolt clamp kit will I need to use this with a stock 1931 Model A front crossmember?

by Luke

• 7 years ago

1 answer

I'm putting this in a 1931 Model A Coupe with factory model a crossmember. What spring clamp and u bolts will work?

by Luke

• 7 years ago

1 answer

Will this kit work on a stock 1930 model A cross member or would the 32 cross member work better? Also, with this setup what would be a compatible drop to the rear of the car 3 to 4 inches? I have a 1940 banjo rear end and stock rear cross member, 40 flathead v8 and a top loader 3 speed.

by first timer

• 9 years ago

3 answers

Hi i want to use this dropped i beam kit on my model A coupe. Will it accept spindles 91032104 ? I wish to use F100 front drums so will bearing kit 91631934 be ok? I understand slight machining of spindles. Also are steering arms 7022756 correct? Thank you

by Carl

• 9 years ago

1 answer

What would be the correct spindle and brake kit for this axle

by Drew

• 10 years ago

1 answer

does the kit come with the frame mounting plates for the radius rods?

by Rich

• 11 years ago

1 answer

is this axle the same width as a stock Model A axle? if i order spindles to fit can i get the king pins fitted?

by big D

• 11 years ago

1 answer

Is this a forged steel axle? What brand is it?

by 440Clark

• 11 years ago

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