if the original threads are M10x1.25 you could use the studs from the exhaust manifold/head on the 80 or the exhaust flange/Y pipe on the 80, which I think is a little shorter, and have a torx head to install them with.
Been thinking about this and just wanted to point out that unlike our 80s a leaf sprung truck compresses the drive shaft when going over a bump. Have you check the length of the shaft to make sure it's got enough compression travel? Also there should be a hole located behind the u-joint on the...
Check the slip yoke, do you know how to? This is where you could grease the yoke and the grease would take up the play but with use the grease would ooze out and the play would return.
Phasing has to do with the orientation of the ends of the shaft where the u-joints press into. In phase they...
Jason, it seems to me that the noise is in the rear drive shaft. Even though that is removed everything else is still turning in the axle. Have you checked the slip yoke and made sure the phasing is correct.
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Hey Jason, do these things have the e-brake/drum assembly mounted to the end of the t-case. I've had similar sounds from cars of old but since it was at a wheel it was easy to identify. Usually a spring breaks or a retainer and loose stuff gets jammed in places and makes noise.