S15 V8 Swap Drivetrain

I have an '88 S15 with a 2.5L 5 spd, I am going to be swapping the engine for a 305/350 soon and i was wondering if it is possible to put a half ton diff in the rear and if there is enough room underneath for the standard tranny that comes with the motor?

The engine and trans won't be a problem. Never tried swapping rear ends but anything is possible.might have to cut the tubes and shorten the axles.

There are kits availible with V8 swap motor mounts, headers, exc. Use at least a 350 to make the swap worth while. I would use a T-5 trans if you plan on staying with a stick shift and are using a mild V8 unless you plan on swapping to an automatic. Yes, an 8.5in 10bolt from a half ton can be used but it has to be narrowed. Try finding one from a ZR2 as they use a narrowed 8.5in 10 bolt from the factory that had 3.73 gears and a limited slip.