Third Members – Complete Custom Dropouts Built to your Specifications. Third Members, or Dropout-Style differentials were used in Ford 8 or 9 inch, Toyota and Chrysler 8.75” differentials. ... Your drop-out will be built with your choice of any available ring & pinion gear ratio, differential, housing and yoke.
What is a 3rd member on a car?
It's the third member of the drive train. A rear drive axle without the pumpkin or chunk is...well...a rear drive axle, tho it is actually still the third member. The third member term generally refers to the removable pumpkin.Mar 23, 2006
What is a third member assembly?
A complete third member assembly (sometimes called a center section) includes everything you need to connect your driveshaft to your rear axles. They typically include a U-joint style yoke to connect to your driveshaft, ring and pinion gears, differential carrier, and a case.