Thanks fellows. I have read and read on this topic and still haven't fully decided what to do. Too many variable and choices for me to want to tackle this one myself. At this point in time, I am leaning toward replacing both axles with the cheap new ones, studying the old ones when they come out, and being better versed in this matter if and when the need arises to replace them. I surely appreciate the helpful info.

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bio burnin' 83 300D, '83 300 SD, '79 240D
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