Upgrading the axles.

[rdecker83]

I want to beef up my stock axles, well at least the rear. Anybody have any advice for me on this? Stock 93 sport…

 

[Fusion213]

What size tires you running?
The shafts on the rear are pretty thick. I'd weld the tubes to the pumpkin.

 

[unclemeat]

The Ford 8.8 is a pretty good axle. Tire size up to 35-inches is acceptable. The 8.8 is actually stronger than a Dana 44.

 

[Doug]

There isn't much available as far as aftermarket for the 8.8. The 8.8 is a stout axle. You can get a new diff cover to support the bearing caps, or a full carrier locker. Other than that the biggest upgrade for you would be to swap disk brakes.

 

[rdecker83]

Tanks guys!

 

[Doug]

For the most part the drive train is pretty stout with the exception of the transmission. If you want to do worthwhile upgrades do youself a favor and work on beefing that up. Extra cooler, change the fluid and filter frequently, trans temp gauge, etc.

 

[Creager]

I believe Yukon makes replacement axles...