That's right...I'm currently looking at purchasing a set of Nitto DRs and was wondering "Whether or not?" and "How long?" my stock rear-end would hold. I have heard many stories, both good and bad, about the infamous 8.8" and it's structural integrity when accompanied by 30rwhp of bolt-ons, 4.10s and a set of DRs.
The bad part of the situation is that I recently paid $300 to have my 4.10s and a set of bearings installed and came to the conclusion that I need DRs - surprise, surprise. However, the $ I just paid would be an absolute waste if I had to pay the installation on an Eaton unit and some Moser 31-splines.
So, the question I have is, should I: 1) Drive it 'till she goes, or 2) just take it easy till I can afford the axles, posi-unit and install.
As of now, I'm leaning toward slappin' the DRs on and takin' my chances. If I do blow the $^!# outta the rear, oh well - I wouldn't be using it if I did the install now anyways.
So, whatcha think...