bolts to use with differential cover?

[whitey]

looking into buying a differential cover, link: http://www.jegs.com/i/Ford-Racing/397/M-4033-KA/10002/-1?parentProductId=753060#moreD etails

same cover, but a different seller, however it doesnt come with the bolts for it. i was searching around last night and found on a thread(that i cant find now) information for the bolts that you need(longer) to get this cover on. anybody know the bolts im going to need? looking to get all SS hardware from mcmaster-carr. thanks guys!

[fastblackmerc]

I just got one of these and it came with the bolts.....

Silver (the one I got)
http://www.amazon.com/Mustang-Aluminum-Differential-Girdle-Quality/dp/B00D0X1MUQ/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1378769508&sr=8-2&keywords=ford+8.8+differential +cover

Also comes in black:
http://www.amazon.com/Mustang-Aluminum-Differential-Girdle-Quality/dp/B00D0YCJCU/ref=sr_1_14?ie=UTF8&qid=1378769508&sr=8-14&keywords=ford+8.8+differential +cover

Plus it has the bearing cap supports.

Can't beat the price.

[whitey]

thanks fbm, the bearing cap supports.....what exactly do they do? im new to all rear end talk, and up for reccomendations when choosing a differential cover.....i just want one with a easily accessible fill and drain bolt.

[whitey]

and fbm, heres a link for your cover, only cheaper :)

http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-Ford-Mustang-8-8-Differential-Cover-Rear-End-Girdle-System-FastShip-A-Seller-/261013373736?pt=Motors_Car_Tru ck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item3cc59c0328&vxp=mtr#ht_5675wt_1004

[gdmjoe]

FYI ...

Purchased the Ford Racing Performance Parts M-4033-G1 axle girdle several years ago. It came with the anodized, allenhead bolts. Within a few weeks and very limited driving, the bolts showed signs of corrosion.

Would STRONGLY recommend replacing the supplied anodized bolts with stainless steel versions. Would also STRONGLY recommend using locktite when installing them.
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[fastblackmerc]

The bearing supports do just that...... they support the bearing caps so they don't distort under accereration and torque. Probably overkill for an NA Marauder, but why take the chance?

[whitey]

The bearing supports do just that...... they support the bearing caps so they don't distort under accereration and torque. Probably overkill for an NA Marauder, but why take the chance?
thanks for the reassurance, but ill opt out, its more of a looks/personal preference thing for me. i like the finned look better than the bearing girdle cover(that is what its called, right?:o)

[RacerX]

Stock OEM are 3/4" You need 1/2" longer than stock. 5/16" - 18 x 1.25".
ARP # 651-1250 (kit of 5 for $9 on summit) 5/16" - 18 x 1.25"
Return fittings-1/2 -14 NPSF (allready plugged). There's one up top (for a vent plug, axle housing allready has one though) that needs to be plugged. That is: 7/16-20 UNF :beer:

[whitey]

and the verdict is in! thanks to RacerX, the new bolt size will be 5/16"-18(TPI)X 1.25" long! McMaster Carr link:
http://www.mcmaster.com/#standard-cap-screws/=oft0gn <<cant get link to work for exact product, but if you search, you will find it.
316 SS pack of 10: $6.14

[GreekGod]

If you have a Fastenal nearby, they usually stock the stainless bolts - re:
http://www.fastenal.com/web/home

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[fastblackmerc]

thanks for the reassurance, but ill opt out, its more of a looks/personal preference thing for me. i like the finned look better than the bearing girdle cover(that is what its called, right?:o)

You realize that you can't see the cover unless the car is on a lift.

[lifespeed]

Beware sway bar interference, especially when lowered or ADDCO bar is used.