I have always been tickled by the idea of having an unstoppable, ultimate machine truck. Capable of almost anything. Take it anywhere. Tow anything. Capable of pulling itself and a loud out.
My budget-10k. This may or may not include engine. This will be about a 2 year project. What is set in stone-Crewcab Long box. Dont know which frame or body style yet. Im not concerned with the front grille as I plan on doing a totally scratch built front fascia. Large sealed beam round lights, tube and C channel bumpers and grille. Real post apocalyptic looking.
I want to be able to tow 2-3 small cars (sub 3000 lb race cars) on a wedge trailer, or at least a double car hauler across the country. Crawl through deep mud and snow. If it gets stuck, pull itself and perhaps a stranded trail rider out too. And I want to be comfortable like a pig in **** while doing it in a very quiet, smooth cabin.
Phase 1:
Frame (blasted, coated), brakes (hydro boost), suspension, Rolling gear. Dana 60 and sterling 10.5 maybe?. A tall tire, no wider than 12". Would like 35" tall. Great tire for mud, snow, ice. Wear good when hauling heavy.
Phase 2:
fuel tanks, air tank, all lines run. Front and rear tow hitches, As well as a 5th wheel hookup. What kind of winches?
Thinking ob board generator.
Run all wiring. Rig will have quite a bit of lighting wattage. Ability to run power tools. However the generator can be used for that.
Phase 3:
Body and Interior.
Two captain chairs upfront, rear bench able to slide and fold flat. Comfort is number 1 for passenger and copilot. Would like to duct heat and AC to the rear as well. Heated front seats. NO LEATHER. Details about interior equipment to come.
Phase 4: Engine and transmission. I would be using a stock 7.3 idi for now, perhaps....perhaps a cummins... Still undecided on zf5 or a well built auto. I dont really trust an automatic. A splitter would also be necessary.
Im just hashing out ideas.
Would like input on what are the strongest, toughest peices I can put on this truck. Which is the best frame? Can and how should I reinforce it? Engine details will be sorted later.
I have 1991 F350 SRC 2WD I have. Can either use it to tow back an awesome parts truck from somewhere, or strip and build this one from the ground.
I hope this project will meet its goal in 2 years. I will be updating it periodically.
I am also seeking any input or suggestions the community may have.
one this is for sure: The main truck will be a FORD!
My budget-10k. This may or may not include engine. This will be about a 2 year project. What is set in stone-Crewcab Long box. Dont know which frame or body style yet. Im not concerned with the front grille as I plan on doing a totally scratch built front fascia. Large sealed beam round lights, tube and C channel bumpers and grille. Real post apocalyptic looking.
I want to be able to tow 2-3 small cars (sub 3000 lb race cars) on a wedge trailer, or at least a double car hauler across the country. Crawl through deep mud and snow. If it gets stuck, pull itself and perhaps a stranded trail rider out too. And I want to be comfortable like a pig in **** while doing it in a very quiet, smooth cabin.
Phase 1:
Frame (blasted, coated), brakes (hydro boost), suspension, Rolling gear. Dana 60 and sterling 10.5 maybe?. A tall tire, no wider than 12". Would like 35" tall. Great tire for mud, snow, ice. Wear good when hauling heavy.
Phase 2:
fuel tanks, air tank, all lines run. Front and rear tow hitches, As well as a 5th wheel hookup. What kind of winches?
Thinking ob board generator.
Run all wiring. Rig will have quite a bit of lighting wattage. Ability to run power tools. However the generator can be used for that.
Phase 3:
Body and Interior.
Two captain chairs upfront, rear bench able to slide and fold flat. Comfort is number 1 for passenger and copilot. Would like to duct heat and AC to the rear as well. Heated front seats. NO LEATHER. Details about interior equipment to come.
Phase 4: Engine and transmission. I would be using a stock 7.3 idi for now, perhaps....perhaps a cummins... Still undecided on zf5 or a well built auto. I dont really trust an automatic. A splitter would also be necessary.
Im just hashing out ideas.
Would like input on what are the strongest, toughest peices I can put on this truck. Which is the best frame? Can and how should I reinforce it? Engine details will be sorted later.
I have 1991 F350 SRC 2WD I have. Can either use it to tow back an awesome parts truck from somewhere, or strip and build this one from the ground.
I hope this project will meet its goal in 2 years. I will be updating it periodically.
I am also seeking any input or suggestions the community may have.
one this is for sure: The main truck will be a FORD!
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