Jeep Cherokee 8 1/4 to an A body ?

That is a great idea! I never thought of just shortening one side and adding a 2nd stock short axle to that side. Then you get disc brakes easy as well right? I think my search for a cheap 95 up explorer limited slip has just begun. Looks like complete 8.8 setup is about $300, another axle about $50. Narrow it, move the spring pads, get a u-joint converter for the front, and then get the driveshaft narrowed. Seems like about $600 total for a low ratio, strong gear, posi setup with disc brakes!