building an 8.8 on a budget

mufflerboy · 11-22-2001, 06:52 PM

I want to build up the rearend in my stang to make it a little tougher.
These are the parts Iam going to use
-31 slipne carrier out of explorer
-rebuild trac loc with extra clutch
-install forged Superior axles
-Install a MAC rearend support
Does this sound good? Is there anything you would add or change?

Rick 91GT · 11-24-2001, 01:03 AM

Well the only thing I can suggest which may save you money and give you a stronger rear end is look into the Eaton Package that DriveTrain Direct has $559 includes 31 spline Eaton Posi (Carbon Fiber clutches) 31 spline, 31 spline Superior axles, Axle bearings, seals, and studs.

I am going to do the Eaton Package myself, it is supposed to be one on the better differentials out that is very stronger yet more streetable then a spool.

www.Drivetraindirect.com
1-909-272-0158 M-F 7am-5pm PST

2FastLX · 11-24-2001, 05:42 AM

Hey Rick. Where's the page at with the kit? I went there and looked but didn't see it. That sounds like a pretty darn good deal. Thanks.

Rick 91GT · 11-25-2001, 09:42 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by 2FastLX
Hey Rick. Where's the page at with the kit? I went there and looked but didn't see it. That sounds like a pretty darn good deal. Thanks.

If you look at their ad in any MM&FF you'll see them

Eaton Package- $559
Detroit Locker- $749
Tru-Trac Package $559
Trac-Loc Package - $519
Auburn Gear Package- $549

Superior Axle kit only $279

They also have 3:55, 3:73, 4:10 gear swap kits with the ring/pinion and complete overhaul kit $239, FMS gears from $119.

exgmguy · 11-25-2001, 12:43 PM

I got a new 31 spline trac-lock from a swap meet for 100 bucks, added a set of Moser super alloys and that it for me.

richs8750 · 11-25-2001, 09:34 PM

The Explorer 31spl diff is a good choice it is rebuildable with parts from the local Ford dealer! I already have the 31spl axles , just waiting to find a 31spl posi unit Stock unit is still going 1.58.60ft 11.84 @ 113.7 it has been rebuilt 3 times in 14 yrs not bad!

11-22-2001, 06:52 PM	#1
mufflerboy Registered Member Join Date: Jan 1999 Posts: 126	building an 8.8 on a budget I want to build up the rearend in my stang to make it a little tougher. These are the parts Iam going to use -31 slipne carrier out of explorer -rebuild trac loc with extra clutch -install forged Superior axles -Install a MAC rearend support Does this sound good? Is there anything you would add or change? __________________ 93 coupe

11-24-2001, 01:03 AM	#2
Rick 91GT Procharged! Join Date: May 1999 Location: Hanover, PA Posts: 1,539	Well the only thing I can suggest which may save you money and give you a stronger rear end is look into the Eaton Package that DriveTrain Direct has $559 includes 31 spline Eaton Posi (Carbon Fiber clutches) 31 spline, 31 spline Superior axles, Axle bearings, seals, and studs. I am going to do the Eaton Package myself, it is supposed to be one on the better differentials out that is very stronger yet more streetable then a spool. www.Drivetraindirect.com 1-909-272-0158 M-F 7am-5pm PST __________________ *D/R 10108 NMRA Drag Radial, 25.5 chassis, F1R* *Check out RNH Performance Performance Engines and Custom Fabrication.* *From Mild to Wild we can build what you want, when you want it.* FOR SALE Stainless Steel Torque Box Supports

11-24-2001, 05:42 AM	#3
2FastLX The Photoshop Guru Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Mecca, Indiana Posts: 1,419	Hey Rick. Where's the page at with the kit? I went there and looked but didn't see it. That sounds like a pretty darn good deal. Thanks. __________________ Project: 1988 Coupe - EFI 5.8L Twin Turbo with Victor intake, Canfield heads, F303 cam, March aluminum underdrive pulleys, TKO (or T56 if funds permit), PBR twin piston calipers and 13" rotors up front, 94 Cobra rear calipers and 12" rotors on the rear, 3.73's, Griggs K-member, tubular front control arms, torque arm and panhard bar, polished 99 Cobra wheels. "The GR-40 kit installation is now complete, and the humble Fox-chassis car will now out-corner and out-stop a ZR-1 or a Viper, and support massive horsepower additions with perfect balance." Griggs Racing ICQ# 42269241

11-25-2001, 12:43 PM	#5
exgmguy Registered Member Join Date: Feb 1999 Location: Utica, Michigan Posts: 2,631	I got a new 31 spline trac-lock from a swap meet for 100 bucks, added a set of Moser super alloys and that it for me. __________________ 1988 Mustang GT stock bottom 302, C4 10.9 @ 128 with 8 psi of Novi 1000 boost!----STOLEN 1989 Mustang notchback Warmed up 306 with a Procharger.

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11-25-2001, 09:34 PM	#6
richs8750 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: germantown,maryland USA Posts: 47	The Explorer 31spl diff is a good choice it is rebuildable with parts from the local Ford dealer! I already have the 31spl axles , just waiting to find a 31spl posi unit Stock unit is still going 1.58.60ft 11.84 @ 113.7 it has been rebuilt 3 times in 14 yrs not bad!