What gear ratio does a Ford 8.8 have?
Ford 8.8 Inch 3.55-5.13 Ratio.
Does a Ford 8.8 have a carrier break?
Ford corporate axles like the 8.8, 9, 9.75, 10.25 and 10.5-inch, do not use carrier breaks, but instead, rely on varying ring gear thicknesses to compensate for the change in pinion head diameter.
What vehicles came with a Ford 9-inch rear end?
Common applications
- 1957-1986 Ford F-100 & F-150.
- 1958-1960 Edsel (All series including Wagons)
- 1976-1980 Ford Granada.
- 1976-1979 Lincoln Versallies.
- 1957-1970 Ford Fairlane.
- 1957-1971 Ford Thunderbird.
- 1964 1/2-1973 Ford Mustang.
- 1966-1983 Ford Bronco.
Which is stronger Dana 60 or Ford 9-inch?
See all 34 photos With its huge 9-inch ring gear, a beefy Dana 60 should be stronger than a 9-inch Ford. But as these Hoosier Gear photos show, the Dana 60 (left) has only a 1.062-inch hypoid offset, compared to the Ford’s larger 2.250-inch (right).
Are all Ford 8.8 the same?
There are 24 different Fords that offered the 8.8 rear axle. The weakest points of the 8.8 are the 28-spline axles (1.18 inches in diameter). The 31-spline axles (1.29 inches in diameter) are more desirable but far less common.
What is a 8.8 Ford rear end?
The Ford 8.8 is an automotive axle manufactured by Ford Motor Company at the Sterling Axle Plant in Sterling Heights, MI. It was first used in model year 1983 Ford trucks. The axle was developed to replace the Ford 9-inch axle. This axle is still in production today for a variety of Ford vehicles.
What gear ratio is a Dana 30?
| Ring and Pinion Gear Sets – For use with Dana® Axles | |
|---|---|
| Ring & Pinion Gears for use with Dana 30™ & M186 | Sierra Gear & Axle Part # |
| Dana 30™ – 3.54 Ratio R&P | SG D30-354 |
| Dana 30™ – 3.73 Ratio R&P | SG D30-373 |
| Dana 30™ – 4.10 Ratio R&P | SG D30-411 |
How much horsepower will 31 spline axles handle?
Bolt-on billet aluminum brake registers are machined to size based on your particular brake and wheel requirements. S/S 28- & 31-Spline Axles (28-spline up to 400 hp1, 31-spline up to 500 hp1) For street and handling performance applications, 31-spline S/S axles are recommended.
NOTAJP– there are no carrier breaks for Ford 8.8 axles all carriers fit all ratios.
Which rear end gear ratio is best?
The most popular rear-end ratio in trucks today is the 3:55, which sort of averages towing power and fuel economy. This is a good ratio for the occasional towing or hauling individual. For a person who tows more often, and heavier loads, the 3:73 or 4:10 may be more appropriate.
Can you put 5.13 gears in a Dana 30?
The tire size for 5.13 gears would probably severely overstress the Dana 30…