80-series re-engine project

[Martin White]

Good point about the cost of diesel fuel. I tend to forget. Up here in Canuck land, it's usually about 10 cents per litre less than gas, but right now it's a bit more.

 

[jcj_78FJ40]

#1 no factory lockers or all wheel discs on a 91/92

True, but the 3FE 80s are considerably less expensive. You could pick up a later model rear end if you want the FF and disks and still save some $$. Factory lockers are great but ARBs engage faster and don’t have an actuator sticking out that often gets damaged.

#2 The Orion is NOT centered, it's a direct replacement for 40/55 LC t-cases and off-set.

Sorry, I was thinking Atlas. I would still consider the split TC case over the Orion for an 80. You could also check out using a Toybox or RockBox if you want the "silly low" gearing.

#3 it's Aisin just being nitpicky

I never could spell

Again, Just an opinion