My wife wanted this pig back in 2011. We bought it from Meryl at Classic Cruisers in Salina while we still lived in the area. He bought it from original owners in 1992 out of New Mexico. Not sure why it was off the road after only 12-14 years. Didn’t really care that there was no engine/transmission/transfer case. Relaitiely rust free after 20 years in his care. Noticed VIN tag reads Oct of 1978, so 40 years old this month!
Plan is to put a first generation Dodge Cummins running gear onto the existing frame. Narrowed Dana 60/70, getrag 5 speed, NP205 tease. Getrag 360 is rebuilt, and I liked the 3rd to 4th gearing better than the NV 4500 in my town wagon. Going for comfort and mileage in this build.
After my wife’s stroke, I realize we only have so much time and projects in our lifespan. Build our premo ride first, then others later. Coyote on hold for now. Garage time limited right now, but will keep pictures posted.
Thank you all for the support and encouragement, even if my welds look like s**t.
Plan is to put a first generation Dodge Cummins running gear onto the existing frame. Narrowed Dana 60/70, getrag 5 speed, NP205 tease. Getrag 360 is rebuilt, and I liked the 3rd to 4th gearing better than the NV 4500 in my town wagon. Going for comfort and mileage in this build.
After my wife’s stroke, I realize we only have so much time and projects in our lifespan. Build our premo ride first, then others later. Coyote on hold for now. Garage time limited right now, but will keep pictures posted.
Thank you all for the support and encouragement, even if my welds look like s**t.
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