Rear end strength question:

bill dedman · 03-04-2010, 11:59 PM

It's valuable information, for sure, to know about the small axle tubes in the 8.8, and the problems they cause, but I was basically just interested in the answer to the question about the relative strength of the 10-bolt Chevy's ring and pinion and carrier assembly as regards torque-handling capabilitiy as compared with an 8.8" Ford.

Nobody seems to have an answer for that, so it's probably just a stupid question with no real, available, accurate answer.

Thanks for all the comments; I do appreciate the good info!!!

Mark Markow · 03-05-2010, 12:52 AM

it's not a stupid question. it's just a matter of opinion. the 10 bolt comes in quite a few configurations. a 7.5 junk 8.2 slightly better,the bop style, and the 8.5, if your gonna use a 10 bolt the 8.5 is the only choice. but with the aftermarket parts availble both the 8.8 and 8.5 are decent rears. i would choose the 10 bolt only because it will be easier to swap into other cars because of it's 3" tubes, most brackets and perches are set up for 3"tubes not the 2.750 of the 8.8. i hope that amswers your question

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Originally Posted by bill dedman

It's valuable information, for sure, to know about the small axle tubes in the 8.8, and the problems they cause, but I was basically just interested in the answer to the question about the relative strength of the 10-bolt Chevy's ring and pinion and carrier assembly as regards torque-handling capabilitiy as compared with an 8.8" Ford.

Nobody seems to have an answer for that, so it's probably just a stupid question with no real, available, accurate answer.

Thanks for all the comments; I do appreciate the good info!!!

Mike Taylor 3601 · 03-05-2010, 12:34 PM

I 've been told that 8.5 is practically as strong as 12 blt. with exception of pro gears not available for 8.5 10 blt. and hear 8.8 is there with them strenghth wise other than axle tubes most of street style mustang race cars have modified 8.8's whether they change tubes or not I don't know.
Mike Taylor3601

bill dedman · 03-07-2010, 12:30 AM

Well, it's, like you say, mostly a matter of opinion based on personal experience, I guess.

Thanks for all the comments and good information, guys!!!! I appreciate the education!

03-04-2010, 11:59 PM	#1
bill dedman VIP Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Conway, AR Posts: 1,739 Likes: 0 Liked 6 Times in 4 Posts	Re: Rear end strength question: It's valuable information, for sure, to know about the small axle tubes in the 8.8, and the problems they cause, but I was basically just interested in the answer to the question about the relative strength of the 10-bolt Chevy's ring and pinion and carrier assembly as regards torque-handling capabilitiy as compared with an 8.8" Ford. Nobody seems to have an answer for that, so it's probably just a stupid question with no real, available, accurate answer. Thanks for all the comments; I do appreciate the good info!!! __________________ Bill

03-05-2010, 12:34 PM	#3
Mike Taylor 3601 VIP Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Somerset,Ky Posts: 1,382 Likes: 374 Liked 321 Times in 109 Posts	Re: Rear end strength question: I 've been told that 8.5 is practically as strong as 12 blt. with exception of pro gears not available for 8.5 10 blt. and hear 8.8 is there with them strenghth wise other than axle tubes most of street style mustang race cars have modified 8.8's whether they change tubes or not I don't know. Mike Taylor3601

03-07-2010, 12:30 AM	#4
bill dedman VIP Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Conway, AR Posts: 1,739 Likes: 0 Liked 6 Times in 4 Posts	Re: Rear end strength question: Well, it's, like you say, mostly a matter of opinion based on personal experience, I guess. Thanks for all the comments and good information, guys!!!! I appreciate the education! __________________ Bill