Looks like rear end V2.0 is a success. No issues. Now that that's done, it's time to address the parking brake. I figure I can use the factory Ford 8.8 cable assembly and attach it to the S10 cable assembly under the cab. It's just braided cable after all. (Pictures when I get there). Just have to re-use the Ford cable bracket, after some modifications...
It will get welded to the S10 frame in the appropriate location for the geometry to work out.
Also, sold the 4:10 rear.
For $170.
That's going to fund the next step of the build... Trans cooler. More on that later. Thinking under bed with thermostatically controlled fan.
https://www.amazon.com/Tru-Cool-H7B-.../dp/B003TQ3BG2
