machm1969
07-30-2008, 11:34 PM
I have two different questions to pose:
First of all, does anyone know the stock axle housing width on a fox 8.8? I bought a Mk VII rear end and I think the only thing that makes it 1.25" wider is the axles? I was going to bolt the entire rear end under the car, but I realize that my rim choices will be limited and it may be more of a hassle than what it's worth. I paid $100 for the 8.8 with trac loc and 3.55 gears (with new clutches installed). So even if I don't use the rear discs I still think I did OK for the price.
Second: I'm going to get Aerostar or Ranger axles tomorrow for the 5 lug conversion. I've read that Ranger's either have 9" or 10" drums. Can I get the drums, backing plates etc off the 10" brakes and bolt them to my 8.8? The salvage yard is reasonably priced on stuff and I could probably get the backing plates etc for $20 a side. I've come to the conclusion that I don't want the hassle with changing the m/c, gutting the prop valve, etc that must come with rear disc. I still plan on installing the front PBR's and rotors that I bought out of the yard last week
Thanks,
Matt
First of all, does anyone know the stock axle housing width on a fox 8.8? I bought a Mk VII rear end and I think the only thing that makes it 1.25" wider is the axles? I was going to bolt the entire rear end under the car, but I realize that my rim choices will be limited and it may be more of a hassle than what it's worth. I paid $100 for the 8.8 with trac loc and 3.55 gears (with new clutches installed). So even if I don't use the rear discs I still think I did OK for the price.
Second: I'm going to get Aerostar or Ranger axles tomorrow for the 5 lug conversion. I've read that Ranger's either have 9" or 10" drums. Can I get the drums, backing plates etc off the 10" brakes and bolt them to my 8.8? The salvage yard is reasonably priced on stuff and I could probably get the backing plates etc for $20 a side. I've come to the conclusion that I don't want the hassle with changing the m/c, gutting the prop valve, etc that must come with rear disc. I still plan on installing the front PBR's and rotors that I bought out of the yard last week
Thanks,
Matt