explorer 8.8 in an a-body: experience needed

Man I know I am gonna take some beatings for this.. but I gotta jump in here.

I put an 8.8 explorer (373 gears, posi, 4.5 bolt pattern and disc brakes) rear under my 67' dart. For the price I couldn't beat it.. I think I have under 300 total into the project. I had the long side axle tube shortened for 100 bucks, I got the rear and a short side axle shaft from the bone yard. I put new discs and pads on it.

I don't have many miles on it.. since I tore the motor our shortly after getting it up and running but so far I am really happy with it.

I know there is a huge debate how strong they are, I have a buddy running one in his mustang for years running in the 11's and hasn't had an issue.

For the 300 bucks it's worth a try.. I couldn't get a decent suregrip 8.75 center for that price.

just my 2 cents..