8 3/4" sure-grip swap and rebuild questions

Son of a... well at least now I know LOL. I saw that kit listed on Summit with no specs to speak of but didn't think to check the manufacturer's website.

I have new Mitutoyo electronic calipers coming in the mail today (got tired of using inaccurate and unreliable Harbor Freight junk) and the shims should be arriving tomorrow, both from McMaster. Damn I love that site.

I also stopped by Lowe's Tuesday after work and picked up a Craftsman 1/2"-drive 50-250 lb-ft clicker torque wrench upon the recommendation of a car buddy who restores cars (and freight trains lol) for a living. Thing is pretty nice for being 100 bucks, almost 3 feet long for extra leverage with a decent carrying case and even came with a calibration certificate. Now I can properly torque the pinion nut without using my impact.

Supposed to be somewhat cold this weekend but I think tidying up my garage and getting my propane heater fired up will help with morale lol. I'm mentally preparing myself to make this 3rd-member my b*tch and do whatever it takes to make it right.
Stick with it and take your time. I've walked away more than once and started the next day with a fresh mind. The more setups you do the better you get at it. Also 400 grit on a piece of glass can work to remove .001