81 k10 12 bolt differential rebuild

[juiceboxhero]

Originally Posted by layinrocker65

I’m going to be doing the same gear change here soon. Anything you would change now that you’ve done it other than not using the crush sleeve?

Overdrive. Haha, this truck screams at 70.

A good vise would've helped me installing the ring gear. I had to hold it while torquing the bolts.
I didn't have the option to completely remove the axle from the rear which made it a bit difficult but definitely doable.
I have been pretty happy with the moog non greasable u joints.