Rear axle assembly help

brett22 · July 12th, 2010, 09:48 PM

I am looking to rebuild my 8.8" rear axle assembly (which I just bought for $100

) and was wondering whether to go with the Eaton LSD or a Ford Racing T-loc LSD or if you know of a better differential please let me know. I also intend to put 31 spline axles in and was thinking about going with Moser but if there is a better axle brand let me know. Just looking for opinions and recommendations

. If you have a set up that works amazing let me know what you're running

99 BLUE V6 · July 12th, 2010, 10:45 PM

Originally Posted by brett22

I am looking to rebuild my 8.8" rear axle assembly (which I just bought for $100 ) and was wondering whether to go with the Eaton LSD or a Ford Racing T-loc LSD or if you know of a better differential please let me know. I also intend to put 31 spline axles in and was thinking about going with Moser but if there is a better axle brand let me know. Just looking for opinions and recommendations . If you have a set up that works amazing let me know what you're running

I dont think you need 31 spline with a V6er. jmo

ESG-642T · July 12th, 2010, 10:52 PM

Originally Posted by 99 BLUE V6

I dont think you need 31 spline with a V6er. jmo

YOU, don't have any room to talk mr 6 piston caliper.

99 BLUE V6 · July 12th, 2010, 10:55 PM

Originally Posted by ESG-642T

YOU, don't have any room to talk mr 6 piston caliper.

Ouch haha

mustangmike! · July 13th, 2010, 06:46 AM

i am using the stock GT lsd that came in my 8.8, just upped the gears, clutch pack, and bearings.
they say a 7.5 lsd will hold 300-350 hp, so surely a 8.8 lsd will hold that and more.

brett22 · July 13th, 2010, 11:56 PM

The rear end I bought has a LSD with over 150,000 miles on and has some serious problems, which is why I was going to gut it out and put all new aftermarket internals in it. I decided to go with a Ford Racing LSD 31 spline, 3.73 gears, Moser 31 spline axle, Motive Bearing Kit

v6kid · July 14th, 2010, 03:27 AM

I sure wish I had that kind of money!

brett22 · July 14th, 2010, 10:18 PM

Got all the parts in today, any tips for install, I guess rear ends are one of the hardest things on a car to do.

mustangmike! · July 16th, 2010, 03:33 AM

if ur not much of a mechanic and have never intalled gears into a car, I wouldnt touch it.

brett22 · July 16th, 2010, 08:31 PM

I decided to go over to my neighbors who is an ASE certified retired mechanic with a full shop and lift so I don't screw anything up. He only charges 7.50 an hour so its cheap and high quality work

southfour! · July 16th, 2010, 10:04 PM

why did you get the ford racing t lok over an eaton?

brett22 · July 18th, 2010, 02:58 PM

I know Eaton is a great manufacturer of differentials but I never heard anything bad about the ford racing differentials and they were half the cost of the eatons.

untouchable30 · July 18th, 2010, 03:06 PM

if its half the cost its for a reason. I blew a ford racing posi faster then my stock one. they suck. Detriot tru trac is ALWAYS where its at over all. I garuntee with a V6 motor, if installed right you will NEVER blow a detriot 31spline.

Mr. Red Pony · July 18th, 2010, 03:47 PM

Well, first of all. What are you planning on doing to the car. We need to know what you are doing to help you out.

g19n87r · July 18th, 2010, 05:05 PM

7.50 an hour?were is this

Mr. Red Pony · July 18th, 2010, 05:13 PM

Get a Detroit locker.

Mr. Red Pony · July 18th, 2010, 05:14 PM

Detroit Locker 813A024 - Eaton Detroit E-Z Lockers - Overview - SummitRacing.com

brett22 · July 20th, 2010, 02:10 PM

I returned the ford racing LSD now and am considering getting the detroit over the Eaton. I am working on getting a 4.6 4v or a 4.6 2v for my car and supercharging it so I am looking at getting a minimum of 400 hp. Also I am halfway through getting all the parts needed to convert my rear suspension to griggs racing set-up so that power will be stuck to the road with slicks. So is the detroit or the Eaton better?

g19n87r "7.50 an hour?were is this"

My neighbor is a retired mechanic on disability because his back is bad and has all his tools and had a lift installed in his garage. He only asks for $7.50 an hour in cash

Brandon Mitchell · November 23rd, 2010, 09:37 PM

Originally Posted by brett22

I am looking to rebuild my 8.8" rear axle assembly (which I just bought for $100 ) and was wondering whether to go with the Eaton LSD or a Ford Racing T-loc LSD or if you know of a better differential please let me know. I also intend to put 31 spline axles in and was thinking about going with Moser but if there is a better axle brand let me know. Just looking for opinions and recommendations . If you have a set up that works amazing let me know what you're running

Go with the Eaton LSD. It can prevent wheels to slip before it get started. Its a good product choice.

southfour! · November 23rd, 2010, 10:01 PM

Originally Posted by Brandon Mitchell

Go with the Eaton LSD. It can prevent wheels to slip before it get started. Its a good product choice.

it is really a shame that we dont have a facepalm smiley.

July 12th, 2010, 09:48 PM	#1
brett22 Regular 2004 Mustang V6 heart of a 4V Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: under a mustang Posts: 462 iTrader: 0 reviews	Rear axle assembly help I am looking to rebuild my 8.8" rear axle assembly (which I just bought for $100 ) and was wondering whether to go with the Eaton LSD or a Ford Racing T-loc LSD or if you know of a better differential please let me know. I also intend to put 31 spline axles in and was thinking about going with Moser but if there is a better axle brand let me know. Just looking for opinions and recommendations . If you have a set up that works amazing let me know what you're running

July 13th, 2010, 06:46 AM	#5
mustangmike! I Post Entirely Way Too Much 2004,1994,1967 14.37 @ 96 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 5,185 iTrader: 1 reviews	i am using the stock GT lsd that came in my 8.8, just upped the gears, clutch pack, and bearings. they say a 7.5 lsd will hold 300-350 hp, so surely a 8.8 lsd will hold that and more. __________________ FUCKING AWESOME: http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature...&v=Te0V71sGoxA Purple Haze

July 14th, 2010, 03:27 AM	#7
v6kid Hardcore Enthusiast 1999 Mustang v6 Join Date: May 2010 Location: Clearwater, FL Posts: 1,731 iTrader: 0 reviews	I sure wish I had that kind of money! __________________ I went to school to be a mechanic, so I know what I'm talking about most of the time. mods in the garage, slowly getting peppier. 6ershootout.com summer of 2012... Be There

July 14th, 2010, 10:18 PM	#8
brett22 Regular 2004 Mustang V6 heart of a 4V Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: under a mustang Posts: 462 iTrader: 0 reviews	Got all the parts in today, any tips for install, I guess rear ends are one of the hardest things on a car to do. __________________ Turboed 4.6 4V build in progress Milwaukee School of Engineering Class of 2015, BA in Mechanical Engineering 2004 Terminator 100% Stock 5000 Miles Red 2004 V6 (swapping in a turboed 4.6)

July 16th, 2010, 03:33 AM	#9
mustangmike! I Post Entirely Way Too Much 2004,1994,1967 14.37 @ 96 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 5,185 iTrader: 1 reviews	if ur not much of a mechanic and have never intalled gears into a car, I wouldnt touch it. __________________ FUCKING AWESOME: http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature...&v=Te0V71sGoxA Purple Haze

July 13th, 2010, 11:56 PM	#6
brett22 Regular 2004 Mustang V6 heart of a 4V Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: under a mustang Posts: 462 iTrader: 0 reviews	The rear end I bought has a LSD with over 150,000 miles on and has some serious problems, which is why I was going to gut it out and put all new aftermarket internals in it. I decided to go with a Ford Racing LSD 31 spline, 3.73 gears, Moser 31 spline axle, Motive Bearing Kit

July 16th, 2010, 08:31 PM	#10
brett22 Regular 2004 Mustang V6 heart of a 4V Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: under a mustang Posts: 462 iTrader: 0 reviews	I decided to go over to my neighbors who is an ASE certified retired mechanic with a full shop and lift so I don't screw anything up. He only charges 7.50 an hour so its cheap and high quality work __________________ Turboed 4.6 4V build in progress Milwaukee School of Engineering Class of 2015, BA in Mechanical Engineering 2004 Terminator 100% Stock 5000 Miles Red 2004 V6 (swapping in a turboed 4.6)

July 16th, 2010, 10:04 PM	#11
southfour! Not Banned 2000 Mustang V6 2000 Silverado 1500 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Calgary, Canada Posts: 4,358 iTrader: 3 reviews	why did you get the ford racing t lok over an eaton? __________________ H/C/I V6 BMC Member: 12521 Cam Video My Build Thread

July 18th, 2010, 02:58 PM	#12
brett22 Regular 2004 Mustang V6 heart of a 4V Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: under a mustang Posts: 462 iTrader: 0 reviews	I know Eaton is a great manufacturer of differentials but I never heard anything bad about the ford racing differentials and they were half the cost of the eatons. __________________ Turboed 4.6 4V build in progress Milwaukee School of Engineering Class of 2015, BA in Mechanical Engineering 2004 Terminator 100% Stock 5000 Miles Red 2004 V6 (swapping in a turboed 4.6)

July 18th, 2010, 03:06 PM	#13
untouchable30 Banned 00 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: FLA Posts: 122 iTrader: 0 reviews	if its half the cost its for a reason. I blew a ford racing posi faster then my stock one. they suck. Detriot tru trac is ALWAYS where its at over all. I garuntee with a V6 motor, if installed right you will NEVER blow a detriot 31spline.

July 18th, 2010, 03:47 PM	#14
Mr. Red Pony Gallagher's Worst Nightmare 2001 3.8 14.24 @ 96.02 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Lawton, Oklahomo Posts: 6,472 iTrader: 9 reviews	Well, first of all. What are you planning on doing to the car. We need to know what you are doing to help you out. __________________ C/H/I 3.8 227rwhp 226rwtq @ 0psi, 0hp shot The Name is Danny. I'm a GM Technician. hi-comp 3.9 coming very soon.

July 18th, 2010, 05:05 PM	#15
g19n87r Banned 01 v6 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: east hampton new york Posts: 345 iTrader: 3 reviews	7.50 an hour?were is this

July 18th, 2010, 05:13 PM	#16
Mr. Red Pony Gallagher's Worst Nightmare 2001 3.8 14.24 @ 96.02 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Lawton, Oklahomo Posts: 6,472 iTrader: 9 reviews	Get a Detroit locker. __________________ C/H/I 3.8 227rwhp 226rwtq @ 0psi, 0hp shot The Name is Danny. I'm a GM Technician. hi-comp 3.9 coming very soon.

July 18th, 2010, 05:14 PM	#17
Mr. Red Pony Gallagher's Worst Nightmare 2001 3.8 14.24 @ 96.02 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Lawton, Oklahomo Posts: 6,472 iTrader: 9 reviews	Detroit Locker 813A024 - Eaton Detroit E-Z Lockers - Overview - SummitRacing.com __________________ C/H/I 3.8 227rwhp 226rwtq @ 0psi, 0hp shot The Name is Danny. I'm a GM Technician. hi-comp 3.9 coming very soon.

July 20th, 2010, 02:10 PM	#18
brett22 Regular 2004 Mustang V6 heart of a 4V Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: under a mustang Posts: 462 iTrader: 0 reviews	I returned the ford racing LSD now and am considering getting the detroit over the Eaton. I am working on getting a 4.6 4v or a 4.6 2v for my car and supercharging it so I am looking at getting a minimum of 400 hp. Also I am halfway through getting all the parts needed to convert my rear suspension to griggs racing set-up so that power will be stuck to the road with slicks. So is the detroit or the Eaton better? g19n87r "7.50 an hour?were is this" My neighbor is a retired mechanic on disability because his back is bad and has all his tools and had a lift installed in his garage. He only asks for $7.50 an hour in cash __________________ Turboed 4.6 4V build in progress Milwaukee School of Engineering Class of 2015, BA in Mechanical Engineering 2004 Terminator 100% Stock 5000 Miles Red 2004 V6 (swapping in a turboed 4.6)

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