The 86-87 Y-pipe should bolt to the stock 88 exhaust manifolds without any problem. (I have seen this done.)
You will need the 86-87 "J-pipe" that connects to the catalyst (or replaces the catalyst, if you choose to do that.)
If you are having trouble getting the y-pipe to fit, try turning it differently. It doesn't always fit like you think it will, when you first look at it.
And it should cross over, above the trans. Just like your old one. (The EGR valve will be pointed in a slightly different direction, however.)
[This message has been edited by Raydar (edited 02-04-2020).]