The Complete Guide to Ford 8.8 Gear Swaps, or How Do I Put 3.73 Gears in my Foxbody?

Matthew goes through a complete gear change from 2.73 to 3.73 in a Foxbody Mustang. This video shows you all the steps in detail, and discusses the tools, techniques, and parts required for the gear change. If you are thinking of changing the gears in your 8.8 Equipped Ford, this video is for you.

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:23 Tools Required
06:42 Parts Required
11:24 Remove Driveshaft and Wheels
14:36 Remove Brake Drums
16:25 Drain Differential
17:23 Remove Axles
19:36 Remove Differential
24:51 Remove Pinion
28:59 Remove Bearing Races
31:19 Wheel Bearing Removal
36:03 Remove Pinion Bearing
38:10 Install Pinion Bearing
41:00 Install Ring Gear
46:35 Install Side Bearings
47:47 Install Pinion Races
51:03 Install Pinion Seal
51:48 Install Pinion
1:01:23 Install Carrier and Set Backlash
1:10:56 Install Axles
1:12:11 Install Differential Cover
1:14:37 Install Speedometer Gear
1:16:31 Conclusion

"Old Style" Pinion Bearing part number: KOYO M802048-N