So....no 1000hp LS swap and 44s then?
Seems like a good set of priorities, however if later budget and time allows (once you're "done" with the Jeep build) maybe still be open to the idea of building it into a badass truck of your dreams. Dreams are meant to be chased.
So....no 1000hp LS swap and 44s then?
Seems like a good set of priorities, however if later budget and time allows (once you're "done" with the Jeep build) maybe still be open to the idea of building it into a badass truck of your dreams. Dreams are meant to be chased.
Trophy trucks all used to be RWD.
How'd WhislinDiesel do his dual engine combo? Maybe one engine for the front axle, one for the rear axle? THAT'S HOW YOU DO IT!
Man Ford forums suck. Those guys are retarded. Iām just going to post here when I need advice
I had to sit down and have a little chat with myself about goals for this truck. All I know how to do is go all in to things. So of course I found myself looking at all the restoration parts I can get for the truck and just a bunch of superfluous bullshit. I had to remind myself this is a budget truck and that I would way rather spend extra money on my Jeep. The goal for this truck is not to be a badass truck. The goal for this truck is to be able to reliably tow a badass Jeep. Itās also to serve as a way for hauling stuff around town and an alternate daily driver to the Jeep.
With that in mind priorities are
1) Reliability/ Functionality (just works like it should)
- suspension/steering overhaul
- smaller wheels and tires
- would like to take care of some leaks
-clean up some wiring
-remove the dump bed and body lift and fix rear bumper mounting situation
2) Comfort
- It needs a radio and speakers
- The bottom seat foam could be replaced for more comfort
- would like to add cruise control
3) Aesthetics
- too long of a list and we will get to that when the other shit is done
I had to sit down and have a little chat with myself about goals for this truck. All I know how to do is go all in to things. So of course I found myself looking at all the restoration parts I can get for the truck and just a bunch of superfluous bullshit. I had to remind myself this is a budget truck and that I would way rather spend extra money on my Jeep. The goal for this truck is not to be a badass truck. The goal for this truck is to be able to reliably tow a badass Jeep. Itās also to serve as a way for hauling stuff around town and an alternate daily driver to the Jeep.
With that in mind priorities are
1) Reliability/ Functionality (just works like it should)
- suspension/steering overhaul
- smaller wheels and tires
- would like to take care of some leaks
-clean up some wiring
-remove the dump bed and body lift and fix rear bumper mounting situation
2) Comfort
- It needs a radio and speakers
- The bottom seat foam could be replaced for more comfort
- would like to add cruise control
3) Aesthetics
- too long of a list and we will get to that when the other shit is done
the fact that aesthetics are even on the list tells me you won't be able to leave it alone.
So my advice is if you need a leaf bushing replaced, take it to a shopā¦
Leaf spring bushings done and dropped off at alignment shopā¦ I tackled the whole project in one day yesterday and finished at 11pm. That was my least favorite wrenching project Iāve ever done. Long miserable work. I needed it done for my alignment appointment in the morning. When I talked to the mechanic today he was like ādudeā¦ im a mechanic and I donāt even do those. I drop leafs off at a leaf spring shop down the road.ā
