this is all back together... Jim from jdrace was a huge help and sent me the parts I needed and a nice video of the install... the new rear end fixed a few issues/concerns and the tires now sit in the center of the wheel well. the traction bars still point downward some.. I wish there was a better option.. I have not seen anything else though... I may end up cutting them and having them welded like big chief suggested... onward to the next project.. lol
