What to do before Tellico?

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I did some checking and it has 3.50 gears. I know that I need to just swap out the axles and go with a 31 spline. Especially since the axles have grooves and I have to keep changing out the seals. If any one knows where a good setup is that's not to expensive let me know. As for the welded gears would it be even worth the trouble to try and get back together and back on the Bronco before the trip. Or should I just stick to the easy trails till I have the locker and axles I need?