Yeah the ax15 that was in the Comanche has the later model input shaft...
Maybe I wasn’t lining it up right...I’ll recheck again today...my hands are sore!

 

Check the spline count of the input shafts too.

Early model NV3550 had 10-1 1/8" input splines, same as the AX-15.

Later model NV3550 had 19-1" input splines.

 

The one I have Is 10 spline...
I’ve read somewhere that the 2wd models had the 14 spline and 4wd models had 10 splines

 

Hmmm...I don't know what could be holding you back then. What bellhousing did you try to use, the same as Gary?

 

No, it and the 2.5 Dakota bellhousing with the external slave..

Just Got the transmission in 2 people is always better than 1...
Putting everything back together now, and tried tackling the broken bolt in the rear driveshaft yoke and no luck I’ve broke 3 mini screwdrivers trying to get the right angle
After all bolted up I’m going to try the reverse drill method and see if that works...if not I have to take it to a shop

 

Is that ALL Dakota AX15's or just hte early model Dakota AX15's?

 

92-98 if I recall.

 

Well no luck, tried drilling a hole and using an ez out bit and the bit broke flush in the bolt...
This sucker is stuck in there...
Going to order a ubolt style yoke and get installed

 

Morris 4x4 in Pompano Beach has a lot of that stuff in stock. And you get a discount.

 

Do you got a part # to this?

 

This for the AMC 20 or your 8.25?

If the 20, AMC20YOKEUBK for 40.99 before CF discount.

 

Is that one set for the ubolt straps?

 

Yes. Comes with yoke, U-bolts, pinion nut and pinion seal. If you go in, tell them you're with Lee with the Comanche, that way they know you're from here.

 

Ok I’ll call tomorrow, the site doesn’t let me add to cart...

 

Save the old yoke for me. I can put it in my drill press and drill out the yoke for straps. That way you have a spare for next time.