since you probably are going to freshen the 8.8 ,,why not install a regular pinion yoke on the 8.8 -- they are available for the 1330 u-joint -- (or even the 1350 u-joint )-- they were used on 1983-96 Bronco's ,1983-2009 F150's ,, etc. or you can buy a new one from Yukon Gear ($114.00 at Summit ) or for the best price from Jeff's Bronco Graveyard for $44.00 -
the perches you show are for 3 inch axles tubes ( Explorer has 3.25 tubes ) but could be opened up to fit -- or check Summit/Jegs for 3.25 axle tube perches
