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Re: 1978 Chevy Crew Cab Ultimate Offroad Build
Ok so here is the to do list:
-Shorten frame to short bed length
-Build custom bed or find a short bed (which ever ends up to be less $$)
-Strip interior to install full cage and custom dash and center console
-Relocate radiator and battery to behind cab
-Install fuel cell
-Remove and replace all new wiring
-Swap D70HD for 14bolt with 5.13 gears and spool or locker
-Build build D60 with 5.13 and spool
-203/205 double case setup
-Swap in my 486 BBC race motor
-Trans has already been rebuilt
-Custom suspension 12" suspension
-Run 44" Boggers on 16" Steel wheels with beadlocks
-Lots more that will be figured out along the way
I'd love to run a 4 link, but its just not in the budget for now.
The idea is to build this truck to be competitive and win at Top Truck Challenge in 2020. Ultimately I'd like a all around family offroad truck that is dominate in the CA mud, good on medium trails (not a big rockcrawler guy), and fun in the sand.
I welcome input and wisdom. I do have my mind set on a few things, but if you provide good facts or make a good point then I am always open to changing plans. I can't wait to get started!!!
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