Never knew the evo 8 parts could be swapped, good info to know. So it bolts right in to our rear diff housing (only the non LSD version though)? What axles are then required to run?

When I did the awd swap, I installed the UMS urthane diff bushings, so far so good for me, but I'd like to get a stronger diff cover in the future, just to be on the safe side. I'm surprised you didn't take out your cover vs only the axles? (or is that how you destroyed the axles?)