That was a quote from the shop that does all the work on my truck. $3,000 is a lot better but still a lot of money. I'm just looking for a used or remanufactured one right now. Something cheap to get me by. That's why I was wondering if the DHD can bolt right up in place of the DLD. They seem to be more accessible and cheaper around here.

 

DHD will indeed bolt right in, and hook right up. (provided it is a 98 or newer t-case. things changed. ) You *might* have to address rear driveshaft length though..... as the HD case I think is an inch or so longer.

 

So if I get a DHD I need to try to get a driveshaft from the same donor vehicle? As long as the transmission to rear axle length is the same that is.

 

If you could get the driveshaft as well, that would be nice, and make sure you have what you need. Truck just needs to be the same body-style/bed length. I don't *think* the front shaft is different..... I think the HD case just has a wider chain.