Survivor 1972 Dodge D100 found.....

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Almost forgot to add that my son found the redish colored "tips" in two different vans at the local Wrench-A-Part. While they aren't black, they are at least functional. The old ones were completely disinigrated away with only some dry flaky rubber remaining.
 
Got a deal on a set of 32X11.50-15 BFGoodrich All-Terrains for $150 off of Craigslist. I only plan to use two on the rear. I had this set up on a 1980 Dodge pickup I used to have and liked the stance/look. The guy had them on a jeep but wanted larger, more aggressive tires so sold these cheap. I'll have to scrub up the white letters as he had them facing inwards. The tires currently on the truck have great tread, but are starting to crack on the sidewalls and I don't feel comfortable driving with them.
 
Looking good. I had the same tires on my old 2 wheel drive truck back in early 90's and loved the stance. Keep truckin' away Jeff.
 
I had a small amount of time this evening to myself, so I pulled the right/front wheel so I could clean and polish the wheel, cap, and lug nuts as well as paint up the drum brake. However before painting I snapped a picture of the drum to see if anyone is familiar with these markings painted on the drum. The old white spokes cleaned up pretty well as did the chrome pieces. Still have one wheel remaining of the four to do then they'll all finally be done!
 
This past weekend in between my sons baseball tournament games, I was able to have the old "Lemans" tires which are dry-rotted taken off the back wheels and I had 32X11.50-15 BFG All-Terrains mounted. I got the tires from a guy that had the white letters facing in, so I had to scrub the lettering clean which wasn't as easy as you would think. The tires fill the wheel wells nicely and give the truck a better look and stance. While the wheels were off, I also painted the visible rusty frame areas with a satin black paint. The center caps, lug nuts, and the wheels themselves cleaned up pretty well. The look from the rear also looks much better now that it's painted and has bigger rubber mounted. Next will be to replace the front tires with probably a 235X75-15 blackwall tire. They are only about a 1/4 inch smaller than the 255's that are on it now and should make turning the front easier since they are slightly skinnier. The tire on the original rusty rim is a 225 size and I'll use it as a spare.
 

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Those look nice on there!
I love the style of these old Rams, they're just so sweet looking, especially with the right wheels and tires!
 
My 1972 D100 doesn't want to start now unless I pour some fuel down the carb first. Then once started, it runs fine. Cant figure out the issue and I am new to this Holley carbed slant-6, never had one before. Any ideas?
 
Nice truck, I have a '72 W100, '73 W200, and a '74 W100. I would ditch the Ford mirrors and go back to the original small ones held on by 4 screws. The truck you pulled the Tuff wheel out of appears to be an original green Warlock!
 
Great find!

Get rid of the window tint before the Law makes you with a fine to boot!
 
Went to a local car show today after one of my sons baseball games, (which they won 13-5 and he was the closing pitcher). Once we got home from the car show we uncovered both the Swinger and the D100 and wiped them down and I shot these pics. This is his last weekend of travel baseball, so maybe we'll be able to dedicate more time to these projects soon.
 

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Awesome truck! The color combo/wheels/everything make that baby a keeper. My 87 D100 has been parked in storage for the last year and a half waiting for me to dedicate some time to her. Keep up the great work!
 
I bought a 72 d100 in nebraska for $100, but it wasn't in anywhere near that good of shape. 318/ np435 engine/ trans. clean fuel to carb, adjusted points and it ran. It's the same color (butterscotch) but rustier, more dented, and someone put a "toolbox" in the side ahead of the back tire.
I want the body and trans, if someone wants the rest you can make an offer, otherwise I'll make a trailer out of it.
 
Jeff, they are looking awsome. Wish I could find me a good cab to start working on my Power Wagon when I'm done with the Swinger.
 
nuttyprof said:
I bought a 72 d100 in nebraska for $100, but it wasn't in anywhere near that good of shape. 318/ np435 engine/ trans. clean fuel to carb, adjusted points and it ran. It's the same color (butterscotch) but rustier, more dented, and someone put a "toolbox" in the side ahead of the back tire.
I want the body and trans, if someone wants the rest you can make an offer, otherwise I'll make a trailer out of it.
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That tool box in the side of the bed is probably factory, it was an option you could get on the 70's trucks.
 
Right now I'm torn on trading the D100 for a 1951 M38 Jeep, (military issue). I have always wanted a military jeep and have found one on Craigslist locally. What to do?!?! Sons says to keep the D100.
 
Well, if you always wanted a Jeep, then you need to go check it out. Not too many opportunities present themselves. Your son must like the truck alot but this is about something you've wanted. IMHO
 
Here's the 1951 M38. What does everyone think? I hope to possibly see the jeep in person this weekend.
 

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Looks pretty nice, But you prolly should be warry. Judging from the green spray paint can on the bumper, things might be hiding under that fresh paint.
 
I would say if you always wanted 1 get 1. But I would think to make sure it can be tagged and licenced for road use. Would not be fun to have but can't drive it.
 
Well the deal fell through anyways, seems his son wanted a V8 in a truck and not a "slant-six", his loss. Plus after looking closer at the jeep, I believe the rear of the tub wasn't original. I'd really love to find a 70's Dodge M880. A buddy just found one for $2000, which was an ex-Air Force version. I think it was a little a little steep to ay but he's loving it so as long as he's happy...
 
I would love to find a M880 as well. Thy entire ignition system is water proof. You can start it up and hose the engine bay down and won't stall from the water. Good luck finding one. NONE around here in KY.
 
Old D-100 are cool, here is a photo of a 71 that I had.

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