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Re: why isnt there much written about 81to 90 2wd truck
[Re: old_goat]
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01/26/06 12:52 AM
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Sam, do ya think half ton spindles will support the weight of a CTD? My hopes are to have a lowered, shortbed regular cab truck, and I really dont want to have to run 3/4 ton wheels. I already have a Dana 60 that is 5 on 4 1/2...I know I will have to run way heavier front springs.
I am just kinda spooked about runnin half ton spindles with that much weight up front.
Bill
well, I don't know that question, I do know that they weigh at least 400 lbs more than a 440. you might be able to run a special setup(3/4 ton spindles with custom rotors) or something similar...
Dinuba, California, Home of the PALOMINO ranch and 440 truck farm, where dodge trucks have a home. Have Four 1979 dodge PALOMINO trucks now.
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Re: why isnt there much written about 81to 90 2wd truck
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01/28/06 07:48 PM
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Ahhh, ambition is only half the battle....
I'll be nice,and not call ya names, lol
And still no truck smiley............
84 D150 440/727
79 /6 swb D150
1964 A100 window van. Just because it has spark plug tubes doesn't mean it's a Hemi.
If ya haven't been there, ya just wouldn't understand.
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Re: why isnt there much written about 81to 90 2wd truck
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01/29/06 01:20 AM
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Well, Pokey, there was the Dungbeetle thing...LOL It is supposed to be 70 here tomorrow...almost done with one of the two remodels!!!WhoooHoooo!!! Sorry it is so cold and snowey there......I think it makes the good weather all the more appreciated!!! 
84 D150 440/727
79 /6 swb D150
1964 A100 window van. Just because it has spark plug tubes doesn't mean it's a Hemi.
If ya haven't been there, ya just wouldn't understand.
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Re: why isnt there much written about 81to 90 2wd truck
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01/29/06 02:07 AM
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dynotune440, Which do you prefer, manual or auto? Have you done conversions with both?
6 of one, half dozen of the other. it is what you prefer. The manual transmission will allow engine braking, and will yeild more mileage. The getrag 5 spd which I am using is a good transmission, but you have to keep it over full by 1 quart. The 518 will need to have a good cooler on it for it to last. like both combinations, the only thing I don't like with the manual is the gear split, too much gear seperation between 2to3 and 3to4 when pulling a big load.
Dinuba, California, Home of the PALOMINO ranch and 440 truck farm, where dodge trucks have a home. Have Four 1979 dodge PALOMINO trucks now.
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Re: why isnt there much written about 81to 90 2wd truck
[Re: old_goat]
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01/29/06 03:38 PM
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As predicted, b e a utiful today here....but my right knee just blew out, waitin on a ride to the e.r. Not the fist time it has happened, last time it was the left, and I couldnt use a clutch.
Will give an update later.
Bill
84 D150 440/727
79 /6 swb D150
1964 A100 window van. Just because it has spark plug tubes doesn't mean it's a Hemi.
If ya haven't been there, ya just wouldn't understand.
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Re: why isnt there much written about 81to 90 2wd truck
[Re: Webster]
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01/30/06 01:15 AM
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Well they have me all doped up, lol....still hurts tho. Been awhile since I have had to be on crutches.Glad I have good help for the remodels!! Guess I will be doin bench work on the truck for awhile. Gettin a super six setup ready to go. So I probably will end up detailing the manifolds while I am down. Sure I will be better soon, cause I aint THAT old, lol! Even if I am, I am a tough "Old Goat"..... and no smiley for the truck crowd.... 
84 D150 440/727
79 /6 swb D150
1964 A100 window van. Just because it has spark plug tubes doesn't mean it's a Hemi.
If ya haven't been there, ya just wouldn't understand.
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nice truck
still no truck smiley
why would ya even think of that? yup still putting a heater core in the old beater, what a pain, always running back to my work getting more tools , i dont have any tools at home but its almost apart i have only "worked" on it about an hour total but its gotta get done although i cant drive it now the snow is really stacking up out here, its about time we didnt have much through christmas so i guess its our turn now . and yet no truck smiley
just kiddin man , let me know what happens , still no truck smiley
Take care