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The 6.2 GM Diesel weighs about the same as a 350 gasser. Looks like a Dana 44 is good to go.

Thanks for that. I did see a Dana44 on a 79 K30 work truck with a corporate 14 bolt FF and an NP 205 behind an Muncie 456 4 speed trans. it all looked factory to me. It may still be at the junk yard. It also had what seemed like 3.73 gears maybe 4.10 but seemed like 3.73. If it is I will...

From Wiki: The Dana 44 Front axle first saw use in the 1950s and still in use today. Dana 44 Front axles were known for utilizing locking hubs or a center axle disconnect system. However, a permanently locked-in Dana 44 is not uncommon. The Dana 44 has seen use in 1/4-, 1/2-, 3/4-, and 1-ton...

You now have it. (post #55) To make something clear. I personally would not change out the Dana 60. Its an excellent top rated axle. I have populated mine with chromolly 35 spline axles and all new bearings, seals ect ect. But again its his vehicle and he is trying to get the lowest RPMs...

The Dana 44 is plenty strong. He also said he would not be taking her off road. I dont see an issue. In fact the Dana 44 came on 1 ton Chevys. In fact I suspect that is where he is getting his axles off of. The Dana 44 is a direct bolt in place of the Dana 60. The rear Corporate 14 FF may...