AsTroSS
problems start @80 psi
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My new project : save the 99
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AsTroSS
problems start @80 psi
It's time to update this thread.
At first the truck is still waiting the frame strengthening and front Dana60 is in use in my dump truck build. - currently not very motivative view
After lots of thinking and calculating how to extend my dump truck frame for crane (it will be located between cab and bed), I decided to cut this truck frame in half and use the rear part as extension for my dump truck original frame.
The home-made-megacab will be built to 1500 2wd frame, this was originally parts truck.
Later I can convert it to 4wd if there is need for it, I have all parts plus frame brackets.
Here is picture how it looks now,
At first the truck is still waiting the frame strengthening and front Dana60 is in use in my dump truck build. - currently not very motivative view
After lots of thinking and calculating how to extend my dump truck frame for crane (it will be located between cab and bed), I decided to cut this truck frame in half and use the rear part as extension for my dump truck original frame.
The home-made-megacab will be built to 1500 2wd frame, this was originally parts truck.
Later I can convert it to 4wd if there is need for it, I have all parts plus frame brackets.
Here is picture how it looks now,
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Lostnwalmart
New member
That is some pretty country!
AsTroSS
problems start @80 psi
It's not my backyard, my yard ornaments are at friends place, he have all the time approx 30-40 cars/trucks waiting to repair or they are just part donors.
biggy238
Active member
My idea to keep project cost as low as possible is just wet dream now :doh: , the more I think the more expencive it will be.
With this truck I can do now all my wild dreams
Together with home-made-mega-cab swap ,similar like on the picture
might be good idea to replace the dash with 3rg Gen (for me it will free of charge, because I have it in my CR parts truck)
Visually the Sport front end and OEM style fender flares the Duraflex SRT-10 hood will look super :woohoo:
Maybe also the short bed together with SnugTop bed cover similar like on the picture (If I only can find and afford it)
..... and the sunroof :lolly:
The paint/color sheme is also figured : it will be 2 tone, the lower part will remain silver and the grill/hood and doors from window level and up will be black.
Same color I want to do
Oh really?!
AsTroSS
problems start @80 psi
Maybe it's good to do something different, like build 4bt for it
Factory 130 hp and P-pump, should be good for fuel economy.
Also think options about full time transfer case PN242 or NP249, I think it will survive , (if I can get the next Ram 1500 frame with axles with reasonable price ) to keep the wight as low as possible.
Factory 130 hp and P-pump, should be good for fuel economy.
Also think options about full time transfer case PN242 or NP249, I think it will survive , (if I can get the next Ram 1500 frame with axles with reasonable price ) to keep the wight as low as possible.
AsTroSS
problems start @80 psi
update:
Friday I brought the frame and cab shell.(roller for easy moving)
'96 Ram 1500 4x4 extended cab short bed
The axles were too expencive for me and later I have to return them to seller, I will use the 99 original Dana 60 and Dana70
Now I have two 1500 series donor trucks, one 2wd extended cab long bed and second 4wd extended cab short bed.
Because I need 4wd extended cab long bed, I have to cut two frames in half and use the front section from 4wd and rear section from 2wd frame.
My friend think I am still kid who like play with Legos .....LOL
Nothing will be wasted, the original bent 99 2500 frame some sections will be also reused
Friday I brought the frame and cab shell.(roller for easy moving)
'96 Ram 1500 4x4 extended cab short bed
The axles were too expencive for me and later I have to return them to seller, I will use the 99 original Dana 60 and Dana70
Now I have two 1500 series donor trucks, one 2wd extended cab long bed and second 4wd extended cab short bed.
Because I need 4wd extended cab long bed, I have to cut two frames in half and use the front section from 4wd and rear section from 2wd frame.
My friend think I am still kid who like play with Legos .....LOL
Nothing will be wasted, the original bent 99 2500 frame some sections will be also reused
AsTroSS
problems start @80 psi
Fuuuk, yesterday I start disassemblying the 1500 series trucks, to start frame conversion from 2wd to 4wd and I found out the 2500 4wd and 1500
4wd frames are identical :doh:, the only difference is rear leaf spring hangers, no weight lost
Now I have 2 expencive 1500 frames one 2wd and second 4wd and no use for it , I just have to scrap it :soap:
Now the 99 original bent frame will be stranghened, besically after wasting money backt to beginning
4wd frames are identical :doh:, the only difference is rear leaf spring hangers, no weight lost
Now I have 2 expencive 1500 frames one 2wd and second 4wd and no use for it , I just have to scrap it :soap:
Now the 99 original bent frame will be stranghened, besically after wasting money backt to beginning
AsTroSS
problems start @80 psi
Finallly we had chance to start the frame job.
and 10 hours later
The frame was not just bent to one side, but it was more like S -shape, only the frame below the bed was straight.
The next big job will be frame sandblasting and zinc coating, but before it I have to swap the 1500 rear leafs with hangers
Edit: this is my friend garage , with frame jig and paint booth
and 10 hours later
The frame was not just bent to one side, but it was more like S -shape, only the frame below the bed was straight.
The next big job will be frame sandblasting and zinc coating, but before it I have to swap the 1500 rear leafs with hangers
Edit: this is my friend garage , with frame jig and paint booth
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AsTroSS
problems start @80 psi
I am too slow or I have too many project and lack of time and money..:doh:
Finally I had time to do something to push it forward.
I lift the bed back to frame and test fit the front fenders.
The frame is sitting in the front bumpstops (no springs) and I like how it looks , just rear end is too high.
Finally I had time to do something to push it forward.
I lift the bed back to frame and test fit the front fenders.
The frame is sitting in the front bumpstops (no springs) and I like how it looks , just rear end is too high.
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Ghostman
24v crazy
I'll have the same, except different colors. My 24v is slightly lifted and my new 12v will be lowered and short bed soon.
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AsTroSS
problems start @80 psi
Few weeks ago I found one 1998 Ram 1500 parts truck with very good interior (the body was badly corroded) , the only problem was : it was located 8 hours from me ...
I brought full interior: headliner,full dashboard with gauged,carpet, front and rear seats and I paid approx : $400 , You have to understand my side of the Earth the Ram is not very popular and most of the time is easyer to buy part from US and ship over here than pay the stupid amounts.
Here is the set:
and here is the reason, my truck interior
and after cleaning and parts replacement :
During the dash replacement I found few difference between 99 cab/dash and 98 dash:
the 98 dash VIN code is indifferent location and the dash is shorter. The 98 dash will fit to 99, but the windshield black area will cover partly the VIN number and there will be ugly area where dash do not reach and also in windshield area for VIN will be empty.
The only way make it look nice is repalce the windshield to 98 style.
Also because some idiot cut some under dash wires ,I had to replace it .
The 98 12V under dash harness is different then what was used in 99, the door connection sockets are different, also socket for fan and brake pedal switch ....... and maybe something else too..
When I am finished the truck will be authentic 98 12V :evil
I brought full interior: headliner,full dashboard with gauged,carpet, front and rear seats and I paid approx : $400 , You have to understand my side of the Earth the Ram is not very popular and most of the time is easyer to buy part from US and ship over here than pay the stupid amounts.
Here is the set:
and here is the reason, my truck interior
and after cleaning and parts replacement :
During the dash replacement I found few difference between 99 cab/dash and 98 dash:
the 98 dash VIN code is indifferent location and the dash is shorter. The 98 dash will fit to 99, but the windshield black area will cover partly the VIN number and there will be ugly area where dash do not reach and also in windshield area for VIN will be empty.
The only way make it look nice is repalce the windshield to 98 style.
Also because some idiot cut some under dash wires ,I had to replace it .
The 98 12V under dash harness is different then what was used in 99, the door connection sockets are different, also socket for fan and brake pedal switch ....... and maybe something else too..
When I am finished the truck will be authentic 98 12V :evil
