If it's factory I would guess that it has an 8" rearend.

 

if it is a 9" then yes.. but could be a 8" dont recall the maverick's having the 9" but the 8" is still a very stout rear.. and if the width is right. then you should be fine...

the 8" and 9" look very similar

the 8" housing is flat across the top and bottom like this pic

the 8" case is like wise

here is a side by side comparision of the 8" and the 9"

here is a comparison pic of a early 9" (57-59) and a 1975-1980 granada

Note the difference between these pics

 

here is a side by side comparision of the 8" and the 9"

The 9" requires a wrench or flex socket to undo the bolt under the pinion, the 8" can use a straight socket. You can actually notice this in the pic above, the 8" clearly shows the hole at the bottom right side of the pinion and the 9" can't be seen. This is the easiest way to tell them apart.:yes:

 

Mavericks only came with the 8 inch rear stock.Decent rear unless you add lots of power and traction:devil:.The maverick rear is 56.5 flange to flange and the Nova is 57.75.I think the spring perches are close enough for it to bolt right in.

 

Code on tag: WDW-UIKV 300-8-5218

Guy wants $125.00 delivered (he is about 1 1/2 hours drive from me) and is throwing in the rear two Ford Maverick stock steel 14" wheels. Seems like a good deal but, haven't seen it in person. I think I'd be ahead with this one than trying to rebuild the stock rear and its pretty worn out to boot!

Thanks for the "Excellent" pictures and information, can always count on good people in here!

 

Should be a 3.00 open 8 inch by the tag.

 

One easy way to tell an 8" from a 9" is the two nuts that secure the centersection to the housing under the pinion will require a box wrench to remove on a 9" but you can use a socket on an 8".

 

Good info and nice pics

 

Getting it delivered on Friday, thanks for all the great info.!

 

That 8" will do just fine for a streeter. You got a great deal.

 

Sure hope so! :yes:

 

Rear end was delivered today and it appears to be a good builder. Also have located another Maverick 8" rear end about 85 miles from me for $100.00. Seems like it's either feast or famine when looking for parts. :yes:

 

Seriously thinking about making the trip and buying this 2nd rear end, don't really need it but, with the way they are crushing cars now-a-days it may come in handy! Any thoughts?