axle codes

[WCKDGT]

anybody know where i can find a list of axel codes for the 8.8 ford

[91boost]

What you need to know.

[mustang8998]

With a quick search, I found this. Hope it helps.


Non-locking:
B - 2:47:1 ('79-'82)
8 - 2.73:1 ('80+)
Y - 3.08:1 ('79+)
5 - 3.27:1 ('83+)
F - 3.45:1 ('79+)

Locking:
C - 2:47:1 ('80-'82)
M - 2.73:1 ('81+) (V8)
Z - 3.08:1 ('79+) (V8)
E - 3.27:1 ('83+) (V8)
R - 3.45:1 ('79+) (GT Turbo, '84 SVO)
W - 3.73:1 ('85-'86) (SVO)

[WCKDGT]

What you need to know.

i found the original window sticker for my car and it say "optional ratio axle" so im trying to figure out which gear is in it

[mustang8998]

Mark the driveshaft and one of the tires. Rotate the tire one full turn while you count how many times the driveshaft turns.

Example: 1 turn of the tire, 3 1/2 turns of the driveshaft = 3:55.
1 turn and 3 3/4 turn = 3:73.