I've seen plenty of videos about doing the swap in the 10 bolt rear axle, and read axisT6 swap thread here:

https://www.performancetrucks.net/fo...ll-how-460061/

I have not seen anything on how to do the fronts. Does anyone have a how-to or anything on the 8.25? I know the carrier preload is set differently, something about spanners and needing a specialty tool, and the backlash is measure off the yoke. Looking for some instructions. TIA!

 

Found one!

The Official GMFS Front IFS Gear Install How-To - Chevy Truck Forum | GMC Truck Forum - GmFullsize.com

 

Rebuilding A GM 8.25 IFS Differential **56K Beware! Pic Heavy** - Truck Forum - Truck Mod Central

 

Thanks, that one answers a couple of questions I had when reading the one I posted

 

Looks like a pain in the ***! I'm hoping I can just take the longer axle housing off without splitting the case.