What size is my GM ring gear?
The ring gear diameter is measured across the face of the gear. To obtain the ring gear diameter, simply place a tape measurer across the gear. This can be tricky if the ring gear & carrier are still in the housing. In some cases, a differential can be identified by the number of cover bolts is has.
How do I know what rear end my s10 is?
Look under the rear of the vehicle. The rear end is centrally located between the rear wheels. On the back of the unit, count the number of bolts holding the inspection plate cover to the rear end housing.
How much power can an 8.8 handle?
Biggest problems I’ve heard with the 8.8’s and high power is spun tubes and twisted axles. Dead stock (31 spline version, which is what the Explorer has) it can handle up to about 400 rwhp as long as you’re not on DR’s or Slicks.
How much power can a Ford 8 inch handle?
About 450 HP with slicks is what the best one can stand. With street tires, a well prepped 8 inch can hold up to almost infinate HP.
Are Ford 8 inch rear ends any good?
They’re tough, a variety of gear ratios are available, and they look good without all the brackets and bolts other rears have. But there is an alternative to the 9-inch-its sibling, the Ford 8-inch. And, in some cases, it may be a better choice.
What is a 9 inch diff?
The simple thing to note about nine-inch diffs is that they have no bolts on the rear cover. The term ‘nine-inch’ refers to the outside diameter of the ring gear, and the head is held in from the front by 10 bolts.
What vehicles have a 9 inch rear end?
Common applications
- 1957-1986 Ford F-100 & F-150.
- 1958-1960 Edsel (All series including Wagons)
- 1976-1980 Ford Granada.
- 1976-1979 Lincoln Versallies.
- 1957-1970 Ford Fairlane.
- 1957-1971 Ford Thunderbird.
- 1964 1/2-1973 Ford Mustang.
- 1966-1983 Ford Bronco.