Diff swap... gotchas? what to replace? loctite?

[mike.bmw]

I'll be swapping diffs in my 318is in the coming weeks (small case 4.10 open to small case 4.10 LSD). I've already installed a stud kit in the replacement diff to make the job go easier. I plan to change the oil with Redline 75W90 prior to installing the replacement diff in the car. The bushing seems to be in decent condition.

I've read a few DIYs on this, but I have questions:
- Where should I apply loctite? (Already installed on the stud kit per manufacturer's specification)
- Should I plan to replace any hardware during the swap? If so, what?
- Do I need to remove the exhaust to have clearance for the diff/carrier bolts?

Aside from simply unbolting the old one and installing the new one, anything I'm missing aside from what I've already done?

Thanks,

Mike

[agent]

Red Loctite on the half shaft bolts where they attach to the output flanges of the diff.

[Bearmw]

FWIW I have always used "blue" loctite on the half shaft bolts and they have never loosened (making sure everything was clean of course).