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What was the first year for the 8.8 rear in a 5.0 Mustang/Capri?
 

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wonder how much it would cost to ship you a pair
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I believe 86, not positive, why?
 
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General karthief said:
I believe 86, not positive, why?
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Going to look at an '84 GT350 and was curious if it will have the 7.5 or 8.8.
 

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Put this in your phone to decode the vin,door tag and the buck tag. The buck tag is usually on the core support behind the headlights.
foxchassis.com
 
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1986 was the first year for the 8.8 into a Mustang from the factory.
 
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Before I post a pic, do you have one of yours?
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Just for some extra reading....

Mustang Rear End Gear Ratios & Axle Guide - LMR.com

The Mustang rear end gear ratios were offered with many options. Check out our easy to use guide to find out what your Mustang came with from the factory!
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yes, have a 65 FB,I`m doing/w/351c
 
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Wayne Waldrep

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Nice! How about a few more engine pics?
 
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Wayne Waldrep said:
Nice! How about a few more engine pics?
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Beautiful.
86 was also the first year for an H Pipe I believe.
Fuel injection as well. So many reasons I like the 86.
Last year of the four eyes which helps it stand out as a 5.0L. these days there doesn't seem to be many Fox Body's on the road so I guess that is a mute point now.
 
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1984 was the first year of fuel injection, CFI injection to be exact. 2 barrel throttle body style. Only with an AOD and flat tappet cam.
 
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