what kind of 60 ft. time will 8.5 survive?

[thunderhead]

If you decide to go with a spool,I have a Strange 33-spline spool for 8.5 10-bolt rearend.I'll take $100-shipped as long you
live in the lower 48 states.If you decide you want it,let me know. Bob

 

[Pete@Hughes]

If you're open to the idea of changing your rear brakes then another solution is to install Ford 9" housing ends on your axle tubes and avoid using c-clip eliminators all together. You then simply order your axles with Ford axle bearings and retainer plates installed. Perfect excuse to upgrade to rear disc brakes.

I have a customer that's been mid-1.20's 60-foot and high 8.40's/low 8.50's with an 8.5, 33-spline axles, Ford housing ends, spool, 3.73 gear, T/A cover, welded axle tubes, 275 radial, 3,400 pound Nova, mild 540, single fogger, 1.80 'glide. Rear end has been together for 5 - 6 years with no issues.

 

[1980bbmalibu]

Sorry bob, I had already ordered axles and spool from Strange before I saw your post. Thanks though

 

[thunderhead]

No reason to be sorry.My timing was just bad.I also have two Richmond ring & pinion sets I can sell.A 4.10 set in very good cond.-$100 and new 3.90 set-$125,shipping included.If you want either set just let me know. Bob

 

[1980bbmalibu]

You are killing me Bob, I just ordered 4.10 gear set 2 days ago.... Let me know if you have any control arms, anti roll bar or relocation brackets or anything before I order from iceman.....