Diff Question ?

[SWAMPRNR]

Will 1 ton diffs out of a 78 pickup bolt into my 82k5 with out many problems ? How to tell the difference between 3/4 ton and 1 ton. Owner says they are 1 ton but he is not sure and i havent had a chance to go look at them yet.but there free so im not complaining

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[HarryH3]

They'll bolt right on.

A Dana 44 or 10-bolt front axle will have 3 bolts holding the steering arm to the knuckle. A Dana 60 will have 4-bolts holding the steering arm to the knuckle.

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[Hossbaby50]

3/4 ton will, but I think you have to move the spring perches and shock mounts on the one ton stuff.

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[HarryH3]

Yep, I was thinking about the front. For the rear, if it is indeed a 1-ton, then you have to move the spring perches and perhaps the shock mounts. A 45 minute job for a decent welding shop.

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