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Originally Posted by MikeandCheryl
Amazing truck - it looks good as it is. I like what you've done...
We have a 72 K 4sp and will watch what you do. i'll start a build post one of these days. Curious of the lift removal (i will have mine stock), so wondering about tire size (thinking 31 x 10.5) with stock leaves at both ends. Curious about the internal gas tank and it's future. also, wondering how deep into the bones of the truck to go. I can remove the cab, take all the suspension off, the engine/tranny/diffs... and end up with a bare frame to start upwards. how necessary is this? Also, are you rebuilding diffs, t-case, tranny, or hoping 50 years of age still holds true? Trying not to make a 5 year project, but wanting a solid runner. I see function before fashion. Maybe you too.
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Thanks MikeandCheryl. 31x10.5 tires will fit these trucks with stock springs. There's a thread on here somewhere about what tire sizes fit what lifts. Replacing the gas tank in the cab is relatively easy and inexpensive. Clean fuel is a great place to start working on the engine. How far you go really depends on your goals and what you start with.
Yes, this thread is a very long read. I started with a truck that needed
everything fixed after a decade of sitting. Ochre is definitely my favorite paint color, it suits the era so well.
I will watch for your build! Cheers!
