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Dancoyote

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I'm owner of a 96' Bronco sport xlt with 5.8 engine. i need to change some parts on axle sealing, bearing, etc. i don't know what model of axle is in car. Is is possible that rear axle is not 8.8" ?

Thanks for answer, and best regards from Switzerland,

Daniel

 

miesk5

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yo Dancoyote,

Your 96 did come with the Ford 8.8 rear differential (axle) and Dana 44 Front differential.

However, the 8.8 could have been swapped to a Ford 9" or Dana 60 or 10.25 by a previous owner or shop.

However, if the Speedommeter(Ford calls it the Programmable Speedometer Odometer Module (PSOM)) works well and the trnsmission shifts well, the 8.8 is probably still in-place.

To verify, look at the 8.8 Cover gasket pattern

8.8gasketpattern.jpg

8.8 have a ten bolt inspection plate on the back that’s about 10” from the center of the top bolt to the bottom bolt center.

If not the right one, see other types, such as 9", 10.25, Dana 60, etc.

http://www.badshoeproductions.com/rear.html

by Kenneth C at Bad Shoe Productions badshoeproductions.com

or at Differential Information, Bronco & Ford

http://web.archive.org/web/20080510131526/http://www.usgear.com/tl/ford2.htm

Slow to Load

by US Gear

 
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miesk5

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yo,

also see more component Identification here at http://broncozone.com/topic/20082-help-me-need-to-know-specs-88-bronco-xlt-58l-351w/

A change is the Build Sheet Information (Ford 999 Report); w/original build date, optional equipt., axle ratio, paint color, etc.

Sample Build Sheet pic in an 88

Source: by Dustin S (Dustball, Mellow Yellow, Mr. Laser Boy) at http://ylobronc.users.superford.org/documents/broncobuildsheet.pdf

So far, I can't get the Legend info from Ford; some are easily identifed though.

Build Sheet Location Synopsis; Locations vary because it depended upon who threw it in the Bronco on the production line vs. those who took time to place it same place for 18 years: "...under the driver's or passenger side carpet, in the fiberglass top hidden behind the rear trim piece, driver's side in a 79 by Ziggy; under my carpet on the right side in the back in a 92 by M. Cardholder; under the carpet directly behind the front passenger seat, Under the cardboard spacer sheet/heat shield in an 88 by Dustball; under the drivers side of your front seat between the seat springs and the cushion in an 86 F 150 by Hoxviii; underneath the carpet under the drivers seat and another in the back end underneath the carpet in an 88 by Xris; Ive found them in the back seat front seat Passenger floor Board and head liner...Gently feel your back seat for paper under the vinyl...Same with the back and then under the seats...Possibly under passenger carpeting rubber mat in a 78 by F1rocco; under my rear deck carpet and padding, taped to the bed in an 89 by Buckin' 89Bronco

This was Free from Ford for many years, but now Ford sold all the info to Helms & Helms charges $17.00 for a "Basic" Sheet and $48.00 for a "Deluxe" sheet. Helms is Ford's Official Publisher for Ford EVTMs, Owner Manuals, Wiring Diagrams, etc. Basic Build Sheet Item# 39415 Vehicle build sheets are available for 1967 and newer cars and trucks up to F550 and 2002 and newer F650-750. Using Ford Motor Company internal databases, each build sheet is personalized and drafted on Ford stationery signed by Ms. Elena Ford. These letters are a great addition to any car enthusiast's collection. A basic build sheet will detail your vehicle's "as built" options: Model year •Manufacturing plant name and location; Body style; Build date; Engine size; Consecutive unit serial number; Transmission description; Rear axle ratio and description (locking or non-locking); Tire size; Exterior paint color and code; Interior trim color and code; Interior options; Any other option information available. You must enter in the VIN number of the vehicle you want a build sheet for on the next screen. Requests for vehicles older than 1990 may take up to 6 weeks. Price: $17.00; Deluxe Build Sheet Item# 39416, Vehicle build sheets are available for 1967 and newer cars and trucks up to F550 and 2002 and newer F650-750. Using Ford Motor Company internal databases, each build sheet is personalized and drafted on Ford stationery signed by Ms. Elena Ford. These letters are a great addition to any car enthusiast's collection. In addition to the basic build sheet, the deluxe build sheet will include all available production figures. You must enter in the VIN number of the vehicle you want a build sheet for on the next screen. Requests for vehicles older than 1990 may take up to 6 weeks. Price: $46.00; Item is shipped from manufacturer and may take additional time for delivery. Please allow 2-3 weeks for delivery."

Source: by Ford via Helms at http://www.shopfordgear.com/find.asp?session=5CB7BACF140A47D19581235D50A8BD9B&search%5Ftype=by%5Fdept&dept%5Fid=16&d=16&c=48652YHNOREJJK4&s=

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Brochure, 96 Bronco Source: by Ford via miesk5 at Ford Bronco Zone Forums

http://broncozone.com/topic/21893-is-this-stock/page__gopid__114411

See more 1996 info in my site @ http://www.broncolinks.com

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