Thanks everyone for the help. So 5) is the final issue.

Landraider wrote that redrilling the flange would work. I'll do that if I must.

But, I see gen2, m/s,and gen1 v6 all use the same u joint. I know of a an 89 v6 2door auto nearby. I'll ask to measure his drive shaft (oh stop it). Is the spline thing going into the transfer case the same for all?

88 Montero, StarQuest turbo, Kormex 5speed +tuff-pan w/phoenix f. stage2 clutch, 4in lift+33' tires, 4.875 lsd, short-throw shifter, Aisin hubs, SR big brakes, gen2 uca's, elantra alt, and so much more... 16g turbo w/hardpipes + 4.90 locking disk-brake axle soon (maybe lsd or aussie front??)