I just got off the phone with Winters and talked to them about the fwd QC setup. They really couldn't give me much clarification on pinion rotation, ring gear location or whether or not the ring would need to be reverse cut. So before I write the check ($3800) for something I cannot use, here's a quick rundown of what I'm thinking:
-QC with 2.00:1 r&p standard rotation with ring gear relocated to the other side. ($100 worth of maching to housing per Winters rep)
-Dana 35 axles, tubes, steering components, brakes, etc. (donor Jeep Cherokee front axle)
******This is all based on my assumption that my setup will have the driveshaft facing forward with a counterclockwise rotation as seen from standing in front of the car. I believe that 4WD trucks have the front driveshaft rotating clockwise as seen from the front of the car, which requires them to have a reverse cut r&p. (?)
Now, I plan on running the car at B'ville mostly. What kind of suspension would be best for this? 4-link, leaf, or what?