So, some general info questions here.
currently, stock 8", 28 spline, 3.00 OPEN, 68 coupe
I'm looking for a limited slip diffy and since i've done the AOD swap, some deeper gears are a must, I'm thinking something around 3.50's.
I've heard the explorer rear ends fit, but the pumpkin is of-set so you have to shorten one side to get it centered.
I've also heard that the ranger/fox has the same width as well but with a centered pumpkin.
my thought, what 8.8 can i get that will fit under the rear of a 68' ??? I'm also guessing that I'll need to re-weld all of my perches???
some of you fellas that have done the conversion, what did you put in, and how much did it cost roughly??? my other option is buying a rebuilt 8" center chunk that already has a traction lock and 3.50's for about $600-800, my dads CONVINCED that there's a cheaper alternative to swapping in a new rearend but i think by the time you rebuild everything and get it up to spec, its going to be just as much either way. I'm open to ANYONE telling me different and opinions are appreciated.
thanks!
currently, stock 8", 28 spline, 3.00 OPEN, 68 coupe
I'm looking for a limited slip diffy and since i've done the AOD swap, some deeper gears are a must, I'm thinking something around 3.50's.
I've heard the explorer rear ends fit, but the pumpkin is of-set so you have to shorten one side to get it centered.
I've also heard that the ranger/fox has the same width as well but with a centered pumpkin.
my thought, what 8.8 can i get that will fit under the rear of a 68' ??? I'm also guessing that I'll need to re-weld all of my perches???
some of you fellas that have done the conversion, what did you put in, and how much did it cost roughly??? my other option is buying a rebuilt 8" center chunk that already has a traction lock and 3.50's for about $600-800, my dads CONVINCED that there's a cheaper alternative to swapping in a new rearend but i think by the time you rebuild everything and get it up to spec, its going to be just as much either way. I'm open to ANYONE telling me different and opinions are appreciated.
thanks!