Wow! I’ve never seen a rear break the caps like that before. That’s wild. Assuming the housing wasn’t ripped through I think it’s probably still usable. If I needed it I would reuse it anyway. Someone will want it for sure.
Good job, I have one of these rear axles to go into my '68 RoadRunner. I wanted to ask which brand Aluminum Magnum 500s are you running and the width and offset? Thanks, DC.
@@dbc105 nice, you’ll like it in your Road Runner. I didn’t mention it in my video, but those replacement clutches I installed were the Ford Performance versions. They have a nice positive grip but still just as streetable. Those wheels are American Racing VN501, the fronts are 7” and the rears are 8”. Offset is 0mm for both
Nice Job! I was always under the impression the 8-3/4 axle was almost indestructible? I have a similar axle in my 90 Foxbody with aftermarket Moser axles and its held up well so far. You made the clutch pack replacement look easy, I may need to freshen mine up some time. Question: what type of welder do you have & do you recommend it? Thanks
@@peterbeningo4597 I heard the same thing about the 8 3/4, funny thing was after mine broke I started hearing stories about how other peoples’ bearing caps blowing out. I don’t think they’re as tough as people think 🤷♂️ I absolutely recommend my welder, it’s awesome! It’s a Lincoln Pro MIG 180, it runs on 220v.
Nice work. Mess the other carrier completely destroyed? It’s too bad you couldn’t just get a stronger aftermarket center section for the 8.8 since it already had disk brakes and the carrier, the housing did look a bit hammered though
@@xozindustries7451 the original center section probably could have been reused, but those Chrysler parts are expensive. I would have spent many more times the price of my Ford axle just upgrading that thing. I like the fact that if I toast this Ford 8.8 one day, I can replace it for $200 and a trip to the junkyard.
@noboltsleftbehind Few of the Drag guys do, the OEM Dragpak comes with a Dana 60 or 9 inch; not sure if anyone besides me is using the 8.8, but hey I'm on a budget here LOL
You should run some test welds before welding critical parts. Those welds probably wont hold. Also preheat is your friend, specifically on anything cast or forged like the center housing- that small torch is not enough. I suggest going back and gouging out the majority of those welds and burning them in again. Every spot that is not mostly smooth and uniform in your weld ( over/under fill ) is a stress riser.
I put an 8.8 in my 1971 Charger. Works great and I love it. I even have the parking brake working. I didn't even need to cut the drive shaft.
That worked out really well
Wow! I’ve never seen a rear break the caps like that before. That’s wild. Assuming the housing wasn’t ripped through I think it’s probably still usable. If I needed it I would reuse it anyway. Someone will want it for sure.
Good job, I have one of these rear axles to go into my '68 RoadRunner. I wanted to ask which brand Aluminum Magnum 500s are you running and the width and offset? Thanks, DC.
@@dbc105 nice, you’ll like it in your Road Runner. I didn’t mention it in my video, but those replacement clutches I installed were the Ford Performance versions. They have a nice positive grip but still just as streetable.
Those wheels are American Racing VN501, the fronts are 7” and the rears are 8”. Offset is 0mm for both
Awesome! Thank you for posting! To you & your’s, have a very Merry, sad safe, Christmas
WOW what a great job, are you selling the 8 3/4 disk brakes kit if so I would be interested, thanks
Nice Job! I was always under the impression the 8-3/4 axle was almost indestructible? I have a similar axle in my 90 Foxbody with aftermarket Moser axles and its held up well so far. You made the clutch pack replacement look easy, I may need to freshen mine up some time. Question: what type of welder do you have & do you recommend it? Thanks
@@peterbeningo4597 I heard the same thing about the 8 3/4, funny thing was after mine broke I started hearing stories about how other peoples’ bearing caps blowing out. I don’t think they’re as tough as people think 🤷♂️
I absolutely recommend my welder, it’s awesome! It’s a Lincoln Pro MIG 180, it runs on 220v.
Well atleast a ford part is still in the family even if it's by way history.... 😂😂😂
That was really good, did you have to do anything with the yoke on the drive shaft to fit the ford pinion?
@@ws2664 yes, the Ford has a flat circular flange vs the Mopar’s u-joint cups so I had to get a flange adapter and a conversion u-joint
What are you going to do with the axles and brakes from the old rear end? I could definitely use them if you're not going to.
@@392coronet I’m gonna sell them, they’re stock axles with green bearings and the Wilwood 12.19” disc brake kit 👍
@noboltsleftbehind any idea on how much you want for all of it? Also why didn't you just replace the third member?
buddies el camino is sweet btw. Ive got a 83.
Does the 8.8 have an offset pinion? The old fords did. If so, it doesn't seem to be giving you any vibrations, etc.
@@rockymeyers4030 yes, it’s offset somewhere around 2.5”. Old Mopars also have an offset so it worked out perfectly.
Nice work. Mess the other carrier completely destroyed? It’s too bad you couldn’t just get a stronger aftermarket center section for the 8.8 since it already had disk brakes and the carrier, the housing did look a bit hammered though
@@xozindustries7451 the original center section probably could have been reused, but those Chrysler parts are expensive. I would have spent many more times the price of my Ford axle just upgrading that thing. I like the fact that if I toast this Ford 8.8 one day, I can replace it for $200 and a trip to the junkyard.
So much work to say the least. It performs nicely for sure.
Also what size tires is that on the rear? Ive got a ltd im building trying to figure out what wheel tire combo I want.
Probably collapsed the pinion spacer , you can buy / make a solid spacer they will hold high 9,s when set up , 8.8 works too :)
Neat stuff, im swapping the same axle into one of my Challengers too; but a 2010 not a 1970 LOL, its becoming a Drag car, 4 linked 8.8
@@captainboose8788 that’s rad, I didn’t know people were swapping live rear axles into new Challengers. This is my second 8.8 swap, they’re awesome.
@noboltsleftbehind Few of the Drag guys do, the OEM Dragpak comes with a Dana 60 or 9 inch; not sure if anyone besides me is using the 8.8, but hey I'm on a budget here LOL
Looks like you were dragging a dead body through an alley!
You should run some test welds before welding critical parts. Those welds probably wont hold. Also preheat is your friend, specifically on anything cast or forged like the center housing- that small torch is not enough. I suggest going back and gouging out the majority of those welds and burning them in again. Every spot that is not mostly smooth and uniform in your weld ( over/under fill ) is a stress riser.
What an insult to see FORD axle in a MOPAR. Shame.
your really gonna cry when he coyote swaps it when the LS wears out
@@bobbywalter5320 🤣