Ford 8.8 Swap
...mopars use the offset motor and trans. the measurement from the spring to the drum remains the same, they just offset the carrier.
Not to beat a dead horse, but... do I understand you correctly?
The Ford engine/tranny is centered, but its differential is offset to produce an engineered angle between the transmission and pinion, just so the U-joints can be lubricated.
On the other hand, the Chrysler engine/tranny is offset, but its differential is centered in the axle assembly for the same reason, to provide U-joint lubrication.
Regardless of the reason (I'm not questioning that), I just wanted to know if the axle tubes should really be cut the same length as described above, because that would put the drive shaft at an angle. Apparently, it is. Thanks for explaining that.
...the cheapest used a-body 8.75 i found was twice that.
I hear ya, brother. They are certainly scarce around here, and when found, the owner is pretty proud of his treasure.
Jerry
