changing rear-ends

[tri-power mike]

8.8 in my 85 f-150 broke. I have a 85 bronco w/a 9'' and would like to put the entire rear-end under the f-150, including the larger leafsprings. f-150 leafs are 2-5/8'' wide and bronco's are 3'' wide. The mounting brackets on the frame to attach the leafs are narrower than those on the bronco. How can i make this work without changing the mounting brackets? Can i grind some material off of the sides of the leafs to accomidate the smaller brackets? Also what about driveshaft length? any suggestions will be greatly appreciated!! thanx.

 

[dkaska]

If im not mistaken your 8.8 is a VSS. On the top of the diff. is there a plug? If so the 9" won't work. With the VSS inside the diff. there is tone ring for speedometer& cruise control.

 

[Turbo Charged]

I didn't believe the VSS was until the 92+ models, because I have been told my speedo gear in my tranny.

But the rear ABS you would lose for sure. (if you have it)