Can I rebuild my 8 3/4" myself?

MrJLR said

Well.....I just called and talked to Dr.Diff.....
EVERYTHING I need......including axles, brakes, and third member - $2,020 + shipping.


Sound fair?

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Is that with a complete new dropout center section here?: http://www.doctordiff.com/8-3-4-489-case-third-member.html

I'd at least get a quote for rebuilding your center section with 3.55 gears and suregrip locally. Have you called Sutton Engineering at 817 E Lambert Rd, La Habra, CA 90631
(562) 266-0044 ? He's not too far from you.

Another option would be for Sutton Eng to redrill your existing axles and drums for 4.5" pattern for under $200. I did this 22 years ago and it was like $90.

Bummer is you can get a Dana rear without brakes for $2150. And you could sell you existing rear for $500-$600.