89 c2500 rear end

[gcochran223]

i came across a 89 c2500 and the rear end has 14 bolts on the cover.stupid question but is this the same 14bolt rear end everyone is wanting for off roading etc?this particular one is 6lug.im thinking about buying a 91 c2500 with a bad trans as a parts truck and it also has 14 bolts but is a 8 lug.just wondering how these are especially with possibly swapping one out in my 86 when the 12bolt 6lug  goes if it ever does.any info appreciated.thanks

[Blazin]

They are not a direct swap / bolt in, and they are not enough stronger than your 12 bolt to make it worth the work to use it. They are the same gears size, and center section as a semi floating 14 bolt that you will find in early 80 to 87 3/4 ton Chevy trucks.
They are not sought after by anyone except as a replacement for what they have.

[bake74]

They are not a direct swap / bolt in, and they are not enough stronger than your 12 bolt to make it worth the work to use it. They are the same gears size, and center section as a semi floating 14 bolt that you will find in early 80 to 87 3/4 ton Chevy trucks.
They are not sought after by anyone except as a replacement for what they have.

     x2.  As Blazin said, not worth the effort unless a direct swap.  Not the same as a full floating 14 bolt, that is what everyone is looking for.