3rd Member Recommendation - Currie, Moser, Strange?

[carbuff]

I'm looking to order a Ford 9" 3rd member for my project, and I'm looking any advice/suggestions before I make my choice...

I looked at Currie, Moser, and Strange's websites this week, and they all appear to be roughly in the same ballpark price-wise. THe rough configuration that I'm planning to go with is:

• Nodular Case
• 3.89 gearset
• TrueTrac Carrier
• 1350 Yoke
• 31-spline axles

I've thought about an aluminum case, but opinions seem mixed on whether that's a good idea for extended road use. This is a place where I'm looking for advice.

Another place I'm curious about is the pinion support. Some offer an aluminum one, which I likely wouldn't choose.

For cases, there are multiple options from each manufacturer. I'm not planning on much (any) drag racing, and I'll 'only' be making around 600HP.

What else do I need to consider?

And any particularly good or bad experiences with these manufacturers?

Finally, am I best off to just order directly from these manufacturers on these, or should I be talking to a vendor?

Appreciate any insight...