explorer 8.8 in an a-body: experience needed

I dont think they used risidual valves for years, that is old tech, modern drums and any repair parts include a new style piston cup that doesnt need a few lbs to force the lip against the cylinder. Case in point. When was the last time you cracked the rear brake bleeder and had 10psi fluid shoot out, never? I cannot recall a time. I believe the 8.8 has small drum E brakes in the rotor hubs. I dont have the one I did as the guy had the brakes off when I cut it. 2 short axles, 3 inches off the long side tube and reweld, lay it up in there and mark for new perches. Get yourself a bolt on yoke for a 1350 U and then get a 1350 end on your driveshaft. Mustangs already have equal side shafts. adjustable prop valve and your set. Do it, or build another 8.75 SBP rear with 40 year old parts. The 8.8 will cost less than a set of 8.75 gears and bearings.....