How much HP can a stock Ford 9 inch handle?
How much HP can a stock Ford 9 inch handle?
Like red91xlt just mentioned its also the question of tires. Sure a 9 inch can handle 400+ horse in a car.
When did the 8.8 inch rear axle come out?
Ford Explorer: The 8.8-Inch axle came in Ford Explorers (and Mazda Navajo) in 1990 as a 1991 model year. The Ford Explorer used it until it switched to an independent rear suspension in 2002. The Ford Explorer used it until it switched to an independent rear suspension in 2002.
What happens when an 8.8 inch axle fails?
When the axle shaft fails on a C-washer-style axle, such as the 8.8 axle, nothing is holding the wheel in place, except for the disc brake caliper brackets, if your vehicle has rear discs. These brackets were never designed to withstand axle failures and this high level of loading, and therefore they end up failing as well.
What happens when you remove an axle on a Ford?
This is probably the biggest deterrent to most owners when removing an axle as the brake lines may be excessively corroded and the head of the brake fitting may strip. The parking brake cables may require you to disassemble the brake hardware and shoes to release the cable from within the backing plates.
Can a 8.8 inch axle be used on a F-150?
The general steps apply to all axles even if you are working on an F-150 axle. The 8.8-inch can certainly be used for high-performance and racing applications, so there are good reasons to stick with the factory 8.8- inch axle, but if you do you should make some upgrades.
When did the Ford 8.8 inch axle come out?
In 1983 the Ford 8.8-inch axle first appeared in a Ford Ranger truck, but since then, the 8.8 has been most commonly installed in the Mustang. Of course, you want your Mustang to perform at its best and have maximum longevity.
When the axle shaft fails on a C-washer-style axle, such as the 8.8 axle, nothing is holding the wheel in place, except for the disc brake caliper brackets, if your vehicle has rear discs. These brackets were never designed to withstand axle failures and this high level of loading, and therefore they end up failing as well.
This is probably the biggest deterrent to most owners when removing an axle as the brake lines may be excessively corroded and the head of the brake fitting may strip. The parking brake cables may require you to disassemble the brake hardware and shoes to release the cable from within the backing plates.
What kind of rear axle does Ford Explorer have?
The Ford Explorer 8.8-Inch rear axle has found homes in numerous vehicles besides the Explorer. It has been swapped in to Ford Rangers, Bronco II’s, Jeeps, Chevy S-10’s and even some cars. The 8.8-Inch axle used in the Explorer is highly desirable because it came with 31-spline axles over the typical 28-spline found in the Ranger version.
