Carly's 96

[AussieRod]

Well done, Randy. Keep it up.

[hobbyturnedobsession]

Thank you. 4 years it sat with the wiring harness flopped over the engine. Carly was curious if I would remember all the stupid plugs that went together. Front brake lines are done. I ran them down the frame rail to the radius arms. Years ago when i had my old one, I ran extended brake lines. Carly was driving and the tire managed to rub a hole in the brake line. That shouldn’t happen again. Hopefully i can flip it around this month before the girls start back up in September. Rear will be simple so it shouldn’t take me too long to finish. What’re the thoughts of rebuilding the existing posi with carbon fiber clutches? Worth it? Ive been debating rebuilding the trac lock or suck it up later and get a tru track or similar. I don’t want a full locker in it. Had a Detroit before and it sounded like i was doing donuts in the parking lot.


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[AussieRod]

I'd rebuild the posi with new clutch plates and NEW springs (I don't think using carbon clutch plates does a lot) and use a non-friction modified oil in the diff. Yes, it might chatter a little on cornering, however it will grip better when called upon to provide max traction.

[hobbyturnedobsession]

Thank you Rod. I wasn't sure if I was being a complete cheap ass or if it made sense. I believe they sell a 4 spring setup for the trak locs which is supposed to provide more clamping force. I figure if we want to get crazier, I'll ditch the 8.8 and shove a 9" under it.

[AussieRod]

Thank you Rod. I wasn't sure if I was being a complete cheap ass or if it made sense. I believe they sell a 4 spring setup for the trak locs which is supposed to provide more clamping force. I figure if we want to get crazier, I'll ditch the 8.8 and shove a 9" under it.

Plus the relocating of the speed sensor, etc. That wont be a cheap conversion anymore. Unless Carly plays 'Flying Bronco', the 8.8 will do the job for now.

[hobbyturnedobsession]

Thank you Rod. I wasn't sure if I was being a complete cheap ass or if it made sense. I believe they sell a 4 spring setup for the trak locs which is supposed to provide more clamping force. I figure if we want to get crazier, I'll ditch the 8.8 and shove a 9" under it.

Plus the relocating of the speed sensor, etc. That wont be a cheap conversion anymore. Unless Carly plays 'Flying Bronco', the 8.8 will do the job for now.

She did state that she wanted to widen cage and race it but champaign dreams on a beer budget . We have our bug for that and shes learning how to drive it.


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[AussieRod]

Thank you Rod. I wasn't sure if I was being a complete cheap ass or if it made sense. I believe they sell a 4 spring setup for the trak locs which is supposed to provide more clamping force. I figure if we want to get crazier, I'll ditch the 8.8 and shove a 9" under it.

champaign dreams on a beer budget


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[93Broncobuff]

Looks great brother! Just read all 12 pages…..so rad!

[hobbyturnedobsession]

Looks great brother! Just read all 12 pages…..so rad!

Thank you Matt! With all the new parts like fully fabricated beams etc. Carly's is mild, but effective. You still have yours?

[Pickuptrucker]

its all going to be worth it soon!

[hobbyturnedobsession]

The girls are now racing 2 series. 170s and sprint carts BUT we finally rear end parts! I ended up ordering a complete rebuild kit from yukon on amazon. Turns out its a pretty nice kit for under 600.00. I forgot to order a crush sleeve eliminator kit so that will need to be ordered.



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[hobbyturnedobsession]

Alright i got the rear end pulled from Carly’s bronco. First off, a bumper jack is an amazing tool. It saved me a boatload of time getting it out. Second, I shot it with degreaser and pressure washed it. Its now drained with the axles out of it. Close to pulling the posi out and measure shim stacks. I will say, 224,000 miles, the spider gears are trashed in it. Luckily we ordered all new stuff. Its drained and ready to be disassembled further. Also check out the hump in the lead spring. I was sideswiped before it was torn down. That was a hit.


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[hobbyturnedobsession]

I got the center section emptied and tone ring off. Ill press the bearings off the old posi and make setup bearings for the new stuff along with the pinion bearing. I picked up a crush sleeve eliminator kit so ill mic the crush sleeve and try that spacing.


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[hobbyturnedobsession]

Mas progress

Dropped the new diff and gears in it. I heated the gear and tone ring so it went on easy. I measured the stock shim stacks and dropped those in just so i dont lose it. When i get a chance ill move around the shims per the marking and see what the pattern looks like.


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[hobbyturnedobsession]

Pinion is a bit shallow so tomorrow ill throw .005 at the pinion and take another pattern ready. Bl was correct so not too bad this far. Hopefully tomorrow I can find the right spot and finish up the gears. Perches will be here this week so the only thing left is to pick out a diff cover.


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[hobbyturnedobsession]

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[hobbyturnedobsession]

Rear end is complete and ready to go back underneath including removal of the original perches. Hopefully next weekend i can do it. Also went with the flashy cover. I figure its got to equal a truss



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[hobbyturnedobsession]

After 2 attempts i got 1 shackle done. Ill have to trim the body brace a little. One more shackle, a shock mount, front bumper and odds and ends.


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[Becks_Bronco]

Love that you're still trucking along on this!!

[hobbyturnedobsession]

Love that you're still trucking along on this!!

Thank you! Its been too long. Plus I’ve had to make stuff twice after figuring out out the wrong way the first time it would probably be done. Its getting closer. Im going to swap the wheel cylinders out for now to the 350 cylinders and add shoes and all from power stop until I get discs. Hoping to help a bit until then.


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