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Feb 9, 2011 | 08:09 PM

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octaneforce

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misterCMK - it ran low on oil and everything inside was destroyed. it didnt lock up or stop on me, but the truck was shaking severely at any speed above about 35mph.

Feb 11, 2011 | 01:42 PM

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octaneforce

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where can i get a spider gear set for this truck? i cant find the parts and i need the truck back asap.

Feb 11, 2011 | 03:49 PM

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Here is a spider gear kit-- Ford 8.8" Standard Spider Gear Kit, 31 Spline

Any shop that specializes in differentials should be able to get them for you.

Feb 11, 2011 | 04:04 PM

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MisterCMK

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Have you thought about putting a limited slip carrier in it?

Feb 11, 2011 | 04:05 PM

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1986-11 Mustang 8.8" Rear Differential Spider Gears 31 Spline Traction Lok at LRS - Same Day Shipping!

Try PartsGuyEd too.

Feb 11, 2011 | 04:07 PM

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Ed's site shows the non-locking side gear kit priced at $89.75.

Feb 11, 2011 | 04:46 PM

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1986-11 Mustang 8.8" Rear Differential Spider Gears 31 Spline Traction Lok at LRS - Same Day Shipping!

Try PartsGuyEd too.

www.partsguyed.com

Feb 11, 2011 | 05:41 PM

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octaneforce

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Quote:

Originally Posted by MisterCMK

Have you thought about putting a limited slip carrier in it?

how hard would it be to do this? would a carrier just drop right in?

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Feb 11, 2011 | 05:43 PM

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Yeah, you can get a trac-lok and throw it in there. Obviously it might need different shims and such. It's not too difficult..

Feb 11, 2011 | 06:32 PM

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octaneforce

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whats the difference between these two kits besides the fact that one doesnt include the center 7/8 pin?

1986-11 Mustang 8.8" Rear Differential Spider Gears 31 Spline Traction Lok at LRS - Same Day Shipping!

Ford 8.8" Standard Spider Gear Kit, 31 Spline

i really appreciate all the help so far!

Feb 11, 2011 | 07:15 PM

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MisterCMK

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Quote:

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how hard would it be to do this? would a carrier just drop right in?

Yup. I would replace the clutches before installing a used carrier but it should bolt right in. Carrier shims may be different but that isn't a big deal.