BINGO on the stretch!
I never noticed, but here's the "patch panel". Fron the backside you can see the cuts.
picture 1 That would also explain the three drive shafts.
picture 2 OK, now how can I identify the rear end? I'm pretty sure it's not from the original 3/4 ton. The brake drum is 14" ID and the shoes are larger than those the parts store sold me for the 3/4 ton.
picture 3 Thanks everyone!