8.8" Ford Explorer Rear End

[Shak]

Has anyone ever used this type of rear end in their AD. My truck didn't come with a usable rear end. The 94-03 Explorer rear ends are 59 1/2" long, most are limited slip with 3.73 gears, and they have disc brakes. I'm new to truck rebuilding and looking for advice. I'm trying to keep things inexpensive and can pick one up relatively cheap, in good shape. Since I'm putting an IFS front end on, I can get the front with the same 5 x 4.5 bolt pattern. Any thoughts from those of you with much more experience?

BTW, this site is awesome and I've learned tons already from reading some of your builds. Thanks.