Tim Burgess

Thanks for the compliments, Willie! As you mentioned, the use of the aluminum cover, or diff girdle, is important for the survival of our 10 bolt axles under heavy load - the diff "girdle" cover gives extra support to the main bearing caps. I bought the TPIS girdle, which comes with studs and nuts to replace the four main bearing bolts - the studs thread all the way to the bottom of the threaded holes for maximum strength & the nuts are torqued to spec. The girdle has two threaded studs which are adjusted to contact the main bearing caps, at their mid point, with a slight amount of pressure, after the cover bolts are torqued to spec - this gives the caps support in the center and prevents deformation under high load conditions - like when launching with DOT slicks for 1.6 sec 60' times. For about $100, it's good insurance. Can't remember which one you bought, Willie, but I know it's not from TPIS - so there are others available now - unlike back in the mid 90's.

Jim85IROC

This is the route I chose, based almost 100% on Willie's opinion. I researched it, talked to people including Willie, and became convinced that this was the best option for me right now. So far I'm quite happy, although I haven't got enough traction for anything to break yet. The Moser axles are a VERY well made, very high quality axle. I'm very impressed with them.

STAYBG

well i guess theres no need for this reply anymore. i just found out the differential i got was the right one.i didnt know if it was for the 3:23 and up ratio.but for anyone that whats to know how you can tell.stick a 3:08 and down ratio diff. and a 3:23 and up ratio diff. next to each other and the 3:08 and down were the ring sits to the diff. will be lower than the diff. that accepts the 3:23 and up ratio. i hope this makes sense to you guys.