was wondering if anyone had a quick write-up on doing this and any tips or tricks that would make doing my first one a lot easier? thanks for any help

try this
roger browns site (www.4crawlr.cruiserpages.com)
click on 4crawlr

http://www.toyota4wd.net/drivetraintech/axle/tech3rd.html

have a nice day. Its got pictures too.