96+ Explorer Rear Axle

[montazch]

Hello everyone! I have a silly question I want to ask. Does anyone pre-fab Explorer axles for our Rangers? You know, 31-spline with disc? You see, my problem with just going to the local yards and pulling a rear end is kind of difficult for me. I'm an old disabled vet and I only have one truck too boot. So lifting that sucker in and out of a truck is hard and then if I have the original rear end out and I'm trying to haul around the Explorer axle to a fab shop for welding, it's really hard. Sorry about all that. I guess that sounded kind of wussy. But anyway, any ideas and help would be great! Thanks everyone!! -J

 

[martin]

I don't reccomend trying to move those axles around by yourself, regardless of your level of fitness, they're heavy. try to find a couple of young whippersnappers with muscles locally that want to learn something. There are also a bunch of guy's on here that are always ready to lend a hand, depending on your location.

 

[strvger]

how about your local high school, tech school, or community college that has an automotive department? maybe one of them is looking for a project and in your situation, they might take your truck on for thier course work. just a thought.
i'm an older vet as well, and i feel your pain as i'm starting to feel effects of things done years ago. best of luck to you!

 

[montazch]

Thanks everyone for your help and ideas!!!! I'll use them in my little upgrade. Take care and thank you again!

 

[chvlfrk]

Don't mean to "hijack" the thread>>>

how about your local high school, tech school, or community college that has an automotive department? maybe one of them is looking for a project and in your situation, they might take your truck on for thier course work. just a thought.
i'm an older vet as well, and i feel your pain as i'm starting to feel effects of things done years ago. best of luck to you!

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