Looking good Jeff!
funny thing , I read your post yesterday about installing the 8.5" rear from the s-10.....and later that evening I got to thinking, that makes sense. i mean when it comes time to re-do the rear on my Mirage I am thinking rather than blow apart and rebuild the 7.5", I will just start with a 8.5" rear from an s-10 and start from there.
Over the years (decades) I have done it the other way , built something....broken something , built something stronger etc (like shampoo instructions...."lather, rinse, repeat"
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So after reading that post about your 8.5" I got to thinking, I should just start with that ...... and yes that should be enough for my Mirage....although the same idea could get one into a 12 bolt GM or a 9"ford if the car's direction warranted the stouter rear.
Perhaps its old age , and I am finally starting to benefit from years of experience...
Anyway , Thanks! and the car is coming along nicely