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- Nov 30, 2008
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- 113
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- Colorado
- Vehicle Year
- 1969
- Make / Model
- Ford Bronco
- Engine Size
- 302
- Transmission
- Manual
- 2WD / 4WD
- 4WD
I have never done the swap to an explorer 8.8 rear end before or any other rear end swap for that matter. I have a 96 4 x 4 Ranger and have already picked up an Explorer 8.8 from a local junk yard. I already know the normal stuff- have to get the spring perches welded on the opposite side, shock mounts welded, etc. What I am wondering about is in general what should I be looking to do as far as rebuilding the axle? I am going to be replacing the calipers and rotors and cleaning it up and painting it. Also the backing plates have seen better days, any suggestions other then replacement? Two of the three junkyards I used to go to here have closed down recently.