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Maybe another 5.0 conversion


DonH

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I have been doing a lot of reading but I think there is many unanswered questions about what I am getting into. I have had several Bronco and BII over the years. I got this 88 a year ago the wire harness was wrapped around the steering shaft and the engine had also received its share of abuse . A 87 2.9 and the complete wire harness was install to the auto tranny. Also at the same time a two inch body lift was installed. It has been a nice rig but as always I look around and think too much.
Yesterday I brought home a 97 5.0 Explorer that is going to be a doner to the 88 BII.
The EFI electronics I can handle OK but I am wondering about he Explorer automatic and the AWD transfer case. It is it possible to use the transfer case that is in the BII now? I know it is bad English to talk about getting Towed but it does happen more than I want to talk about. The neutral position in the manual and low gear is sure handy at times. Commits requested.
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With the explorers if you need towed you need a flatbed or remove the driveshafts.

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Not many flatbeds out in the desert. Will the BII transfer case fit the Explorer?
 

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you need f150 t case
 

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The PO had this 97 Explorer for over two years. When I looked it over to buy it I found the front drive shaft missing. It had been driven twenty thousand since he had with out it. He said he did not know it was even missing. I drove it home, about 180 miles, with no issues. I wonder if this transfer is toast?
What year F150 case should I be looking for?
 

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NP-208 or NP-205 are probably the most common. 70's-80's trucks. If you find a NP-208 out of a Bronco they are slightly better having a fixed rear output rather than a slip yoke.
 

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The Transfer case in the 5.0 Explorer can be run without the front driveshaft because the Viscous coupling that allows it to be driven on pavement is in the front power path..

Drive to the rear is solid metal-to-metal to the rear wheels

There are no external controls of any kind on this transfer case, it is purely mechanical

I'd love to adapt one of these cases to a 5-bolt t-case flange and run around town with it...

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I have not had on of these cases apart but I assumed it solid straight through the way it drove.
Thanks guys for the great info.
I have not started this project yet. Only had both hoods up looking and planning a little.
Age 76 I do not get in a big hurry.
Don
 

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