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Originally Posted by twobjshelbys
Any force enough to bend the axle no doubt transferred stresses internally so that even if damage is not apparent they are suspicious. Just replace it. It will be cheaper in the long run since the labor once you tear into it is "unknown and unknowable".
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I agree. Replace the housing and the axle that was impacted. Ford 9" rear axles are still widely available and affordable, unless you choose to go with an after-market unit.
I would find it an extremely low probability that your Trac-Loc, centre section and other axle were damaged, so they should be usable. Get the replacement housing and impact-side axle narrowed to match your current axle width and re-assemble.