Mechanics, I need help!! (F150 rear axle)
My differential is shot. I know that I can't rebuild it myself, I don't have the tools or knowledge. And a shop is expensive.
But, replacing the entire rear axle is certainly within my capabilities, and from a junkyard, it's only about 1/3 the cost of having a shop rebuild my diff.
My question is compatability. My rear axle code is H9 (from the door jam), which is a limited slip 3.55 gearing. What kind of other axles will swap? Is there a certain axle code I'm looking for, or any basic rear end with the same axle type? Should I be looking for a code on the axle itself, rather than the door jam?
Other than the basic risk of any used parts, what other issues do I need to look for? Any tips, tricks?
I found an H9 axle, but the driveshaft mount is different, is this a deal-breaker or does it have an easy remedy?
From underneath, it looks like a few U-bolts, brakelines, shocks, and it's done. Is it really this simple, or am I missing something?
Duncan Racing 340PV, +2 A-arms, +4 LSR axle, and a host of other goodies.