Very interested in this build... I´m in the middle of a restoration as well... Everything is down to nuts and bolts. There won´t be an untouched piece left... I really like the stance and demeanor of the truck with the aftermarket wheels and tires before disassembly for paint... Nice work.

 

Eric,
How much total lift did you end up with on the rear using the stock 63"spring & my hanger combo?
Thanks,
Jim

 

I didn't actually measure before and after, but it sits level with the 6" I have up front. I also aftermarket spring perches in the rear that may give me a little more lift than what the stock Dana 60 had as well, plus the axle tubes are larger on the AAM 11.5 rear axle I have under there as well.

 

Truly a superior build


Attention to detail is there, as is quality of construction, and some pretty good parts for what this truck is.


Good work!


I have one going on as well...different take than this truck though.

 

Thanks for the compliments.

This build started out as more of a tow rig/drive to the local burger joint in town but it's now pointed in the direction of being a expedition rig. I've got a lot of mods planned to make it a more capable offroader, but it will never be a dedicated trail rig/rockcrawler.

I've read your build on the duramax forum and I like quite a few of the mods you have done, some are definitely unique.

 

My best friend is going to build a 76 crew power wagon like yours. Well, his will be more of a street driven truck, except knowing him it will be like yours and mine, over the top.

The Dodge truck build on D-max forums continues. currently installing the front dana 60 with locker/big axles, hubs and the engine and trans which got the full treatments.

Again, top notch workmanship on your project!