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Old Jan 10, 2020 | 11:18 AM
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Full Float vs Semi Float 93-98 Brakes

Anybody know if the brakes are the same on the full-float vs semi-float drum brake rear ends?

I'm swapping out the 3.73 semi-float D60 in my 97 E250 for a 4.10 full-float from a 98 E350.
I have not picked up the replacement rear end yet.
Curious if I need to buy drums and shoes and such.

My current D60 rear is noisy. Has the pinion bearing grumble AGAIN (250000 miles).
I figure, if I need to pay for a rebuild, I'll upgrade to a full-float and throw money at it as needed.
I'll be towing my 8000ish lb toy hauler. never had a problem with semi-float wheel bearings or axles but the full-float idea makes me feel good.
And I think the 5.4 will appreciate the 4.10.
 
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Old Jan 17, 2020 | 03:38 AM
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you can go to rock auto and look up and compare part numbers from your '97 vs the incoming '98 axle
 
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