UPDATE 4/10/11: Finally some post-worthy progress.
Been doing a bunch of work on the front Dana 44 over the past few weeks. I couldn't justify upgrading to a D60 with what I already had in the D44 and how I plan to drive the truck. However, I did want to make sure it could handle the BBC. So, here's my recipe for building one up:
Take one ARB locker...
And put it here...
then button up the pumpkin with a Ruffstuff diff cover
Bolt the axle in with a set of spring plates from Kert @ DIY4X
Now slide in a set of Yukon 4340 chromos with Superjoints
Finally, close up the hubs with a set of Warn Premiums.
I figured while I was at it, I might as well upgrade the steering. I contacted the Huisken boys at WFO Concepts for some crossover goodness. Start with a forged 2" steering arm to clear the Alcans
Add a 2wd steering box and a WFO pitman arm
Finally add a 1.5" .219 DOM drag link and tie rod. I still need to cut to length and get the inserts welded. I threw a rattlecan into the pic for reference.
That's all I have for the moment. More to come as parts are accumulating.