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Ford 8.8 swap questions

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#1 ·
Hello all :wavey:

I tossed an ad on Craigslist looking for a Ford 8.8 to swap in my TJ so I could get rid of the D35 I have. First offer I had is this:

"I have a complete rear axle out of a 96 explorer. 3.73 gear ratio, posi traction in good condition. It has the brake line and hoses for the axle and the parking brake cables. The parking brake shoes and disc brake pads are worn but usable. I just had the rotors machined and they are in good shape. I also replaced the rear axle seals so the rear cover is off and will need to be installed and fluid replaced. Gears, axles, bearings, posi clutches and housing look good. I am located in Burlington CT. just over the Farmington town line. I am looking to get $500.00 for the complete assembly."

I know I would still need to buy all the brackets for it which ends up being around $250. Is $500 an OK deal for an 8.8? My buddy can help me weld (i never did this before) the brackets on as he is doing the same for his.

Are there any other items I need to do the swap?

Only other question at the moment is that I had a Tom Wood driveshaft put in. Is the way it bolts to the pinion gear the same as the D35?
 
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#38 ·
Here's some that me and a buddy have. They're for sale but i'm not trying to sell them on this thread just stating some gear ratios that i've come across.

Ford 8.8 3L2 (LSD 3.73 i believe) From a Mustang

Ford 8.8 1993 Mustang 3.43 Gears

Ford 8.8 1991 Explorer 3.55 gears

Ford 8.8 2000 Mustang 3.27 gears

Ford 8.8 1993 Explorer 3.27 gears

Ford 8.8 1995 Explorer 3.55 gears (disc brakes)

Ford 8.8 1991 Explorer 3.55 gears

Ford 8.8 1993 Explorer L73 (LSD 3.73) gears

Ford 8.8 1990 Mustang L3.73 (LSD 3.73) gears

Ford 8.8 1991 Explorer LSD 3.73 Gears

Ford 8.8 1995 Explorer 3.73 gears disc brakes

Also I had 2 with 4.10's but I don't have them anymore:D
 
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