differential compatibility/Replacing U Joints
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differential compatibility/Replacing U Joints
Well the 4.56 swap fell thru so looks like I'll be looking to swap in a similar rear end with whatever I can use. But the thing is which ones can I use? I've got the 1994 Flange Type differential, would one from an eariler f150 work?
The difference I believe is in the yoke, correct? There is flange type and u bolt type. Could I use one from an 1986+ f150?
Any feedback would be great. Just looking to for 3.55 ratio and I can't get into changing the ratio because my front u joints need to be done.
Oh one more question - How long does it take to replace the 3 front u joints? Either by shop or by yourself? I know you have to take the spindles, hubs and drop the diff, but how hard is it to do?
Thanks guys.
The difference I believe is in the yoke, correct? There is flange type and u bolt type. Could I use one from an 1986+ f150?
Any feedback would be great. Just looking to for 3.55 ratio and I can't get into changing the ratio because my front u joints need to be done.
Oh one more question - How long does it take to replace the 3 front u joints? Either by shop or by yourself? I know you have to take the spindles, hubs and drop the diff, but how hard is it to do?
Thanks guys.
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There are a few rear ends in my local classifides and they are for 86+ year f150's. Could it be possible to swap a u-bolt for a flange type? There are alot of these rear ends in the paper and I want to know if I could use one.
Also, there is an '83 f150 9" rear end and a dana 44 posi front for sale, would that go under my truck or not? What are the differences between this and my '94 besides a speedo?
Also, there is an '83 f150 9" rear end and a dana 44 posi front for sale, would that go under my truck or not? What are the differences between this and my '94 besides a speedo?
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Moose, I'm guessing that if you get the u-bolt style axle, as long as you get the driveshaft with it, you should be ok, or you can have your driveshaft rebuilt using the u-bolt yoke, but you will have to get a hold of the yoke if the driveshaft shop doesn't have one.
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K so I'll start calling around. Will basically any 8.8 work? I just want the housing right? Not anything else, what years had the u-bolt and what years had the pinion style? As long as it's the correct ratio and stuff, what about the speedometer sensor is it different in '94?
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Alright guys well she's toast. The rear end is almost gone and I need this info really fast. If anyone can tell me if other rear ends are compatible that would be great. I need some help here because I have no truck to drive!
I'm basically looking at '87+ rear ends but which year turned over to flange type?
I'm basically looking at '87+ rear ends but which year turned over to flange type?
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No No No guys I have a flange type. So I was wondering what years switched from u-bolt to flange cause I have a flange style yoke. Alright. Thanks tho I guess I'm going to pick up any old rear end as long as it's in good condition. Cause my truck ain't goin nowhere.
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