..and that engine bay is a masterpiece. I love an honest, original setup like that. Some of the hacked up stuff I see from time to time is a shame.

 

Some of the trucks I see on here make me very jealous, and grumpy at the Ohio DOT for salting all the roads . . . Very nice truck, particularly with that gear setup.

 

Does that make it more valuable?

 

Maybe not to a vehicle appraiser such as Kelley Blue Book but you could certainly use it to your advantage when bargaining with a potential buyer.

 

I would MUCH rather have 3.07s. Nice truck.

 

Longshotranch
What RPM are you turning in 5th with those 33 at 2000 RPMs?
I am installing a 5 -speed in my '85 4x4 crew with 3.07s and 33s already
I am expecting about 80 at 2000RPM...sound about right?

 

I dont go 80 often but I will look next time I drive it

 

Thank you very much.
I would even be happy to know what about 1800 RPM works out to in MPH with that drivetrain package.
I rarely get to do 80 MPH either as the New England states around me are 65 MPH speed limit.

 

**** what an awesome truck!!

 

What's the OD (5th) gear ratio of the Getrag?

I can say that if he were in 4th (direct) he would be doing about 80mph at 2,500RPM.

 

OD on Getrag is .77 to 1.

 

Good guess! 83mph at 2,000RPM in OD (5th). A tall combination!

 

You can find out for yourself if you want I just listed it on ebay

 

Nice looking truck enjoy.

 

Just took it for a drive 1500@55mph and 1700@70mph

IT'S ON E-BAY!