Modifying an Explorer aluminum cover to fit any 8.8

[65deuce]

Does the #BR3Z-4033-A cover increase oil capacity and ring gear clearance?

Thanks, Dan

I would like to bump this, just incase someone can answer this.

Thx

 

[acobra03]

I know this is an old post but just wanted to thank Tob for posting. I picked up an old explorer cover and completed the modification to it today. Piece of cake. I'm waiting for the paint to dry before I sand off the ribs and edges. My 2009 started doing the one wheel peel after my last outing at Atco Raceway so I'm switching to a true trak and 3.73's. Does anyone have anything to say about the true track versus a locker?

 

[Tob]

I'd love to see it when it is complete. Nice to see this thread helped you!

 

[acobra03]

Here it is before paint.

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[acobra03]

After paint

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[Tob]

Ah yes. That's an early Explorer cover as evidenced by the large drain plug. I think the first one I did utilized an early cover as well, some 8 years ago under the title "cover your rear but still allow access" title.

Make sure you clean the threads up where the plugs go.

Good luck with it!

 

[acobra03]

I left the plugs in place. The breather tube was broken off so I'll have to remove remaining sleeve. Do you think a rubber plug would do the trick?

 

[Tob]

Mmmm....not really. Any excess pressure due to a clogged vent or otherwise and pphhhttt...there goes the rubber plug. Flip back and look at the drill/tap size I used along with NPT plug. Inexpensive and simple to do. Or add another vent there.

 

[acobra03]

I saw that part of the post. I guess a few extra minutes of work to do it properly would be time well spent. Thanks again Tob.

 

[enormous]

I have access to an Explorer axle cover for free. Anybody know it will clear my Shelby with a Fays Watts Link?
Thanks.

 

[Tob]

They fit with the Fays Watts link, but special attention must be given to the ribs to ensure they are cut down far enough.

 

[enormous]

Thanks Tob, much appreciated!
This is my next winter project.

 

[Tob]

Anytime. Good luck with it!