How big is the axle tube on a Ford Bronco?

How big is the axle tube on a Ford Bronco?

The Ford F-150 / Bronco 31-spline 8.8-Inch axle tube is 3.25 inches in diameter. The Ford Mustang 8.8-Inch Axle tube is 2.80 inches in diameter.

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 kind of hubs do I need for a Bronco?

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What kind of rear axle does a Ford Bronco have?

The Ford 8.8-Inch axle came in a few different vehicles including the: Ford Mustang (1986-2014) Ford Bronco (1983-1996) Ford F-150 (1983-2012)

Is the Ford Bronco a full size truck?

We call this second generation Bronco the Full Size Bronco. It is longer, more powerful and more equipped. Its body was based on the F-body design which was also used beginning in 1973 by the Ford Ranger and other Ford pickup trucks. As a result, many of our Full Size Ford Bronco parts will also fit these earlier Ford trucks.

When did the Ford Bronco get a redesign?

In 1978, the Ford Bronco received a major redesign. We call this second generation Bronco the Full Size Bronco. It is longer, more powerful and more equipped. Its body was based on the F-body design which was also used beginning in 1973 by the Ford Ranger and other Ford pickup trucks.

What are the axles on a 1972 Ford truck?

A 1868-1972 9-3/8″ rear with an open differential got the 31-spline axles with the 1-17/32″ axle bearing I.D. The 9-3/8″ rear end with a Traction-Lok differential got the larger 1-5/8″ axle bearing I.D. (The 9-3/8″ differential on cars had a hood over the pinion. Note how the webbing curves down on the 9-3/8″ housing)