Is an Aerostar 8.8 carrier the same?

As a ford explorer 8.8 carrier? Reason I'm asking is I'm looking for a open 3.73 so am thinking about the potential donor rigs.

I've moved your thread into the Aerostar section. They should be the same. Check this link: http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=218646

Thanks brooklyn, i'm going to head to the parts yard today and if I see one I"m gonna grab it.

Why don't you just rebuild your carrier? You could get new parts instead of installing a used one.

Here's my dilema, I've got a LS 3.73 rear and am wanting to lock it. Either I buy the $430 dollar lock rite or I convert to a open rear and buy the $235 dollar one on ebay.. Guess I'm not sure what the cheapest best for the future route is.

Contact the vendor in post # 2. He might have a better price for you.

Thanks Brooklyn, that's a good idea. As much fun as it sound converting a rear end might be better to just go with the LS locker. Do you see any downside to doing that?

Post # 2. LOL, I looked but I'm now sure where post # 2 is.

It's closer to the top of this page. Here's the link: http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=218646

Thanks, I'm sending him a PM.

Good luck finding what you need. Let us know what happens. Tell him that you saw his thread in the Aerostar section.

It's one of those things.. Summit wants $510 bones for the LS locker, seen it listed for $430 a few times at misc online places. I can get a carrier for $50. Not sure if I'd need the pinion to match it. Then there's labor or tools to get it installed.

Maybe you could make a differential swap thread if you decide to buy an entire rear differential?

The what not to do thread! LOL! Don't drink beer, don't have a large sledge nearby.. What other downfalls do I have when working on things : )

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The what not to do thread! LOL! Don't drink beer, don't have a large sledge nearby.. What other downfalls do I have when working on things : )

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Don't throw tools when you get really pissed off. :

I've busted up a few cheap ratchets, they stopped working and instead of warranteeing them(harbor freight) I just smash them up on the concrete.. LOL!

There are a lot good ratchets with a lifetime warranty from Sears, S-K, Snap-On, Matco, etc. Take a look at WWW.Eppys.Com.

You could rebuild your LS for less than $70.

Switch one of the spacer plates with your best used clutch plate and you'll get a really tight LS (the way they are supposed to work), almost locked!

How long would it last Albino? How would on pavement driveability be? Would I need to use the conditioner? Sounds like a super cheap way to get some traction..

I'm coming up on 1 year and she's still pretty tight.

Road manners are great. You'll detect a slight 'push' on slow speed corners (like turning from a stop) but that's it.

Yes, use the friction modifier and synthetic gear lube.

Have fun with the 'S' spring!!!!

Instructions are here;

http://www.angelfire.com/theforce/5ohcpa/cpa5ohtech018.htm


Edit; yes this can be done with the carrier still in the diff. 2-3 hrs or less!