rear end swap

Frank, try that.

As far as the brakes go. You can go two routes. Simply swap on the gen2 calipers along with the gen 2 mounting brackets. They are a direct swap to the gen 1 knuckles. Dont forget to swap ( or modify the gen 1) the dust shields. Retain the gen 1 Rotors if you want.

Or..DO the same as stated above, but swap the calipers over as well. They will swap over as well. Diameter is the same but the gen ii's are a bit thicker.

No need to swap the knuckles.

The thing I like about the en 2 arms is that the ball joint is a bolt on unit vice the press through fit thats on the gen 1 arms. I dont think they are any more "heavy duty than the gen 1's just different. Another thing I like about them is that the cross shafts are isolated by rubber bushings which transfer less road vibes to the frame. some report a smoother feel with these..I have a set standing by at home in the garage for my 89 but havent tried them yet..