My 98 318 5spd has a 9.25 in it. I learned the hard way while doing a
bearing change on a weekend with the 8.25 pieces in hand already.
I don't know if it'll bolt in or not. Obviously place them side by side for
measurement purposes etc. I've always believed that bigger was better in
the rearend department (of my truck).
E-mail if you need measurements of of mine.
Tony
----- Original Message -----
From: "Shane Moseley" <smoseley@ix.netcom.com>
To: <dakota-truck-moderator@twisted.twistedbits.net>
Sent: Wednesday, November 15, 2000 1:54 AM
Subject: DML: 9-1/4 Rear End
> All,
>
> Whats this I hear about a 3/4 ton Van 9-14 rear-end being desirable?
> I've got one sitting side by side w/a 1/2 ton Ram 9-1/4 rear-end and you
> wouldn't believe how much beefier the Van rear is. Heavy Duty vs. Light
> Duty?? The axle tubes don't neck down and the end axle bearings are
> massive! I also noticed the shock mounts and brake backing plates were
> different. The pumpkin looks identical tho.
>
> Opinions? Comments?
>
> Latr,
>
> Shane
>
>
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