['68OrangeSunshine]

I'm just wondering if 3.08 ratios in a 1/2 ton 4wd are not a ''commie plot.'' I would be happier if the cheap surplus axles were available in 3.73 [which is what was in that Sub with a 283 and SM420 originally]. My '68 C/10 Stepside and '71 GMC Jimmy, are also 3.73s.
Having to change ring and pinions in the gears takes some of the cheapness out of the deal.
It may be cheaper to change out the axle sets for 3/4 ton units, if found in the desired ratio. There is a local surplus dealer who will trade used surplus axles -- front and back -- for $2000 plus exchange axles [cores]. But 3.73 may be rare in 14-bolt full-floaters. IDK.