1973 Scamp Rearend question

Also the 8.25 went from 27 spline to 29 spline in 97. I have a sure grip for a 27 spline that I was going to put in my 97 Dakota til I found this out.
Don't know about converting to a Dakota rear but A-body 7.25 and 8.25 takes different brake backing plates and shock plates. Best to just find a complete A-body 8.25 or 8.75 setup.