Volume: 0.4 quarts over stock, approximately
Dimensions: Click here for dimensions.
Number of Bolts: 10 bolts
Benefits:
- Drain hole and magnetic drain plug
- Extra capacity
- Round, pumpkin like shape similar to stock cover
- Finned for heat dissipation and a classic styling
- Heavy duty sand cast aluminum construction
- Thick walls and gasket flanges to provide a uniform clamping force on the gasket surface for a secure seal
PML makes two covers for the Ford 7.5 inch (7½") ring gear differential. PML Part Number 9593 has a pattern fin design and more clearance for pan hard and sway bars, gas tanks, spare tires and similar.
This rear end differential cover fits the Ford 7.5 ring gear. Some possible applications are:
- Bronco II, 1984 to 1990
- Ranger, 1983 to 2012 (the 4.0L engine Rangers usually have the larger 8.8 inch rear)
- Mustang, 1982 to 1986
- Aerostar, 1986 to 1997 and minivans
- Mazda B2300, 1994 and newer
- Mazda B3000, 1994 and newer
Always check your truck to verify differential and look for clearance. Configurations vary. This cover is larger than stock so make sure you have space for a larger cover.
This cover may also fit some minivans, Crown Vics, Grand Marquis cars, and Thunderbirds. The Ford 7.5 stock cover is about 9.75 inches vertically. Some models may have the larger Ford 8.8 differential (PML part numbers 7064 and 9519), which is more rectangular in shape and longer (vertically). Please check carefully which differential your vehicle has and if you have clearance.
Our thanks to those who have emailed us pictures of their installations.
Installation on a 1988 Ford Bronco II
Dominique in Switzerland purchased this PML cover in the cast finish then brushed the top of the fins and painted the cover blue to match the bodywork.
1988 Ford Bronco II
Sanding the tops of the fins to make them shiny
Customer painted cover blue
1988 Bronco II with PML differential cover installated
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Installation on a 1988 Ford Ranger
John installed this PML cover on his 1988 Ranger with the 7.5 rear axle. He purchased the polish finish then did a custom powder coat in translucent red.
1988 Ford Ranger
Engine in 1988 Ford Ranger
PML cover installed on Ranger
PML differential cover polish finish custom powder coated translucent red
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Installation on a 1934 Ford Coupe
John installed this PML cover on his 1934 Ford Coupe with a truck differential.
1934 Ford Coupe with Ford Truck Differential
PML cover installed on 1934 Ford Coupe
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Installation on Ford Tow Vehicle
This PML differential cover was installed on a Ford dynamometer test trailer axle. The test trailer is a mid-90s towing dynamometer. Ford uses it to simulate grades on a level surface. They tow this trailer behind a vehicle and can simulate a loaded trailer climbing any grade in the world. Our thanks to Jim for the pictures and for choosing a PML rear differential cover to cool down this test rig.
Picture on the left is the PML cover installed.
Picture in the middle is the stock cover.
Picture on the right is the Ford tow vehicle with the PML cover installed.
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Drain Hole, Drain Plug and Hardware
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This cover has a drain hole on the bottom for easy servicing of the fluid. A magnetic drain plug and new mounting bolts are included with the PML cover.
Inside of PML Differential Cover
The inside of this PML cover follows the curved shape of the stock cover.
The thick flange provides a large surface for a leak-proof seal on the differential housing.
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PML Differential Cover Compared to Stock
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This image compares the depth of both PML Ford 7.5, 10 bolt differential covers and the stock cover. Click on image to view larger in a new tab or window.