I have a '98.
I know the mono-leaf diff housing is slightly different where the leaf springs bolt up. What should I look for, to see if it is ( or confirm it is not) the mono-leaf axle assembly? Is it just the width between the spring mounting holes, or is there something else I should be measuring to determine compatibility?
I cannot really get good measurements on my axle assembly, but probably could If I knew what specifically to look for.
I have a spare 3.73 axle assembly with a good ring and pinion , but cannot read the code on it to determine what year it came from. The code is there, but I cannot make it out well enough to make an educated guess.
I am thinking of installing an Eaten Tru-Trak in the spare housing and to do the install and setup the shims. I have installed different ratio R&P's many years ago in competition cars, but it is tedious and I do not need to rush it. I could take my time in the dry warm shop without disabling the van for days or weeks. I would be able to do the axle and pinion bearings, if needed, and change the seals at my convenience.
When ready, then I would swap the whole assembly in one operation.
