anyone else feel this way?????

If I needed it, it is a steal. You could sell it quick if it was a Sure Grip. Dont forget, ALL B bodies had the same rear end. (unless Dana) Lots were made. They are getting harder to find, but I can usually find one in a Pick a part near here. $60 drum to drum.

Why won't this misinformation die?

All B-bodies DID NOT use the same rear end. They changed lengths several times by year and by models, and not by a little bit.

B-body 8 3/4 widths, flange to flange

'62-'63= 53 1/4" (And '64 Max Wedge)
'64 = 55 5/8" (Exc. Max Wedge)
'65-'67= 54 1/4"
'68-'70= 54 15/16"
'71-'74= 57 7/8"
'71-'73 wagon= 59 7/16"

And remember, '62-'64 had tapered axles too, so they're lousy donors for later cars.