Difference between #2 - #3 Deuce Rear Ends

[SLOrazorsedge]

My addiction started by acquiring a non-running M715 with the goal of building a high HP off road stump climber. I've been sourcing parts for the buildup. I've located a local scrapper who will be cutting up a low mileage rust bucket M35 fuel tanker. Is there any significant difference or preference between the #2 or #3 M35 rear ends? I get my pick. Thanks for any suggestions.

 

[Recovry4x4]

100% identical.

 

[phil2968]

Well except for the price of the bearings and their scarcity. Change the spindle back to an A2 and run cheap bearings.

 

[Recovry4x4]

I think he is referring to the axles in the #2 or #3 position not A2 or A3. (I hope anyways)

 

[phil2968]

Good point. I reread it and see it now. Never mind! I could swear those were A's in front of those numbers!

 

[Recovry4x4]

Need my glasses?

 

[gringeltaube]

Did they ever (re)build any of the M49's to be -A3 or -A4??


G.

 

[SLOrazorsedge]

Thanks guys, yes the question was if there was a difference between the two rear ends. I'll pick the best one...50% chance of being right, right? :0)

 

[nk14zp]

Get both.

 

[SLOrazorsedge]

I know I ought to and will regret not...just depends on $$$

 

[Heath_h49008]

Get both. You will need spare parts someday, and these will never be cheaper.