hilux diff in ta22 questions

[bLaCkFoXsA]

okay so for all the ta22 people out here this is probably a fairly simple question. I know that ta22 rear axles/diffs can be replaced certain hilux diffs/axles (with a reasonable amount of engineering involved). What i'd like to know if the diff from a 1996 RN85R Hilux will be suitable? If so, what is involved for the conversion?
Thanks

[CheeseBiscuits]

Any rwd diff could be suitable, some just require more modifications than others.

The most common hilux diff that is used comes from a much earlier version of the hilux, which has a narrower width. The model is an Rn25 (iirc) - which works out to be 1370mm wide, which is the closest you'll get to the TA22 width.

As you're changing bodies, the mounts will need to be changed - there are a few threads on here with info regarding that.

Another common conversion is an F series diff, again the mounts need to be changed, and some people will shorten the axles and the housing to suit the narrow body of the early Celica. The F series is a bit lighter than the G series diff.

Cheers,

Merlin