The Eaton Detroit Locker differential, part number 187C147A, fits Ford 8.8 in. ring gear axles with 28-spline, 1.2 in. diameter axle shafts. Compatible with Ford C-Clip and Ford IFS Snap Ring axle configurations, this locking differential covers rear and front axle locations across a wide range of Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury passenger cars, small trucks, minivans, SUVs, half-ton and three-quarter-ton trucks, and vans. Model year coverage spans 1982-2014 depending on application. Torque capacity is rated at 5354 Nm. All gear ratios are supported, though installations using 4.56 and numerically higher ratios require relief grinding on the ring gear tooth crown for proper fit. Suited for drag racing, rock crawling, extreme off-road, sand sports, towing, and street driving. Call us to confirm proper fit for your specific axle and year.
Features
Locking differential for Ford 8.8 in. ring gear axles
28-spline, 1.2 in. diameter axle shaft fitment
Torque capacity: 5354 Nm
Fits Ford C-Clip and Ford IFS Snap Ring axle configurations
Front and rear axle locations supported
Note: gear ratios 4.56 and higher require relief grinding on ring gear tooth crown for proper installation
Tech Specs
- Differential Type: Locking
- Ring Gear Size: 8.8 in.
- Gear Spline Tooth Count: 28
- Axle Shaft Diameter: 1.2 in.
- Torque Capacity: 5354 Nm
- Gear Ratio Coverage: All (ratios 4.56 and higher require relief grinding on ring gear tooth crown)
- Axle Description: Ford C-Clip, Ford IFS Snap Ring
- Axle Location: Rear, Front
- Vehicle Make: Ford, Lincoln, Mercury
- Vehicle Type: Passenger Car, Small Truck, Minivan, SUV, Half-Ton Truck, Three-Quarter-Ton Truck, Van
- Model Year Range: 1982-2014 (varies by application; see fitment notes)
- Vehicle Usage: Extreme Off-Road, Rock Crawl, Light Trail / Sand Sports, Work Truck / Towing (on- and off-road), Street and Muscle, Drag Racing
