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Old 03-09-2015, 09:28 PM
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8.8 swap

Got an 8.8 out of a 93 Lincoln town car. It measures roughly 61.50 wide. What backspacing wheels should I buy to accommodate for the wider axle
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Car: 87 IROC L98
Engine: 588 Alcohol BBC
Transmission: Powerglide
Axle/Gears: Ford 9"/31 spline spool/4.86
Re: 8.8 swap

I'd be more concerned about fitting the diff under the car first. Once it's installed, measure for backspace.
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