[oletrucks] 55tf rearend confusion

["Tom C." <c_tom@bellsouth.net>]

I have talked to many on the list and read Jim Forbes article about
rear-ends that will work for a 55 2nd TF. Everything i am hearing and
reading says I need a rearend with 61" from outside brake hub to outside
brake hub.
However i measured the original rear-end that is in the truck now and it
measures 62" Is the 61" a better fit or will a 62" rear-end work too?
Thanks, I just wanna make sure I get the correct rear-end.,
                Tom in SC
                55 2nd tf
                97 S-10
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