{"product_id":"fc-ford-8-8-irs-complete-mount-kit-w-axles","title":"FC 8.8 - Complete IRS Kit w\/ Standard Axles (uses Ford Inner, Mazda T2 Outer CVs)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFC 8.8 IRS, Complete Differential Mount Kit w\/ Standard Axles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Standard version of our FC 8.8 here-in is our simplest FC rear end offering and mates Ford Inner CVs to a FC Turbo2 outer CVs using custom axle shafts.  Note, you must use both OEM Ford and OEM Turbo2 outer CVs so make sure you have those available before you commit, otherwise, we recommend you consider our Grande option which doesn’t need Mazda parts.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy run Ford 8.8 diff? It's a powerhouse, substantially stronger than the factory Mazda rear end and is supported by wide range of gear ratios and LSDs. We specifically utilize parts from a 2002-2005 Ford Explorer for their strength, reliability, and availability.  Our kit maintains factory like exhaust clearances.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe FC 8.8 Standard Complete Kit includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e•    Front Mount Support Bridge with Side Strap (weld-in)\u003cbr\u003e•    Rear Mount Bat wing Cradle (bolt-on)\u003cbr\u003e•    2x Mazda Subframe Reinforcement Gussets (weld in) to support the vertical link.\u003cbr\u003e•    2x Custom 4340 heat-treated axle bars (Ford to Mazda conversion)\u003cbr\u003e•    2x EMPI CV boot kit 86-2127 (outer CV joints)\u003cbr\u003e•    2x EMPI CV boot kit 86-2215 (inner CV joints)\u003cbr\u003e•    All Mounting Hardware\u003cbr\u003e•    Instructions (hosted online)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsers will source their own:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e•    Ford 8.8\" Rear End (2002-2005 Ford Explorer) complete center section that uses the single front pinion support.  \u003cbr\u003e•    Ford 8.8\" inner CV joints (from 2002-2010 Ford Explorer axles).  Note donor axles must be OEM, not aftermarket or OEM equivalent.  Typically this means sourcing used axles from a junkyard or eBay, not just the local parts store.  \u003cbr\u003e•    FC Turbo2 Outer CV Joints (often donor from the car being swapped - must be OEM Mazda turbo CVs)\u003cbr\u003e•    A Driveshaft (installation instructions offer various recommendations) -- this will longer than the stock FC driveshaft so reuse is not possible.\u003cbr\u003e•    FC rear diff isolators (user's choice of style but we like Mazda Comp or polyurethane)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn FC specific note:  \u003c\/strong\u003eThe single front mount for the 2002-2005 Explorer maintains clearances for the FC’s vertical subframe link.  It’s possible to use a diff from the 2006-2010 Ford Explorer but you’ll end up cutting one mount off of the housing (effectively reverting it to the earlier spec)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance and Durability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHow much power will it hold?  We typically recommend the standard version for anyone making up to 600 whp.  More than that (or drag racing \/ drifting) we recommend you consider our Grande version for increased capacity.  Regardless, all Ronin shafts come with a warranty support program so if you do break one we can get you a replacement at reduced cost (see \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/roninspeedworks.com\/pages\/axle-warranty-support\"\u003ehttps:\/\/roninspeedworks.com\/pages\/axle-warranty-support\u003c\/a\u003e for full details).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElevate your performance with the Ronin FC 8.8 Standard Complete Kit\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"1162\" height=\"654\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/B8IP_5yMMKM\" title=\"Ronin Speedworks: FC Ford 8.8 IRS Complete Mount Kit\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ronin Speedworks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42783435358452,"sku":"FC8.8-STDComplete","price":1539.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/4395\/8004\/products\/FC8.8CradleOnly1_1fda037b-ae36-4b30-b0f6-9cf598ece2e4.jpg?v=1651711589","url":"https:\/\/roninspeedworks.com\/products\/fc-ford-8-8-irs-complete-mount-kit-w-axles","provider":"Ronin Speedworks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}