My 31 spline 8.8 axle build (Ranger)

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  1. Aug 12, 2011 at 10:32 AM #1
    C Denny Run*

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    Finished up the 8.8 sploder rear end for the Ranger! All I need is a driveline out of a 4.0 and some U-bolts!

    Here's when I first bought it. $75 off CL. Frozen brakes, 3.55 gears, and a busted diff cover.

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    Explorer leaf springs mount on the bottom, so I had to cut the leaf perches off, and relocate them. The axle stripped of it's hardware, cuts filled in, and ground smooth.

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    Perch relocated

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    Shock mounts

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    contact pattern after installing the 5.13's. I also Lincoln locked it.

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    Converted it to disc brakes! For those who don't know, disc brakes from a 95 and up, bolt right up, with no modification.

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    Picked up a sweet diff cover!

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    And the final product! Aint she purty!

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  2. Aug 12, 2011 at 10:46 AM #2
    01f1502wd

    01f1502wd going up? yes i am.

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    looks GREAT! now get that installed!!!
     
  3. Aug 12, 2011 at 11:31 AM #3
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    now!
     
  4. Aug 12, 2011 at 11:31 AM #4
    C Denny Run*

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    Yeah, no kidding right! It feels like this Ranger build is taking forever! Only 8 months in the making, but it's been full of trials, and VERY spendy! This is one of the last steps, and I can't friggen wait to be done with it!

    Pics to come on Monday!
     
  5. Aug 12, 2011 at 1:02 PM #5
    Bdons-SD

    Bdons-SD Anti spark plug!

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    Looks awesome man! Figure anything out on the e brake cable?


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  6. Aug 12, 2011 at 1:23 PM #6
    C Denny Run*

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    Yeah, I'm gona have to rob one from an explorer, and get creative. I need the spring keeper, and slotted eye for the hook-like doo dad, that engages it. Should be small beans. Some crimpers, and a crimp on threaded adjuster for the split, and a good hour of my time.
     
  7. Aug 12, 2011 at 4:23 PM #7
    Bdons-SD

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    Awesome, this thing will be on the road in no time


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  8. Aug 12, 2011 at 4:54 PM #8
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    done yet??? jesus christ lol
     
  9. Aug 12, 2011 at 5:43 PM #9
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    Ha ha! Yeah I know.... What's my ghod damn problem?
     
  10. Aug 12, 2011 at 6:07 PM #10
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    not to sure but sheesh go get it done lol
     
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