The dummy and the diesel.........The Grey Whale
LOL. Only thing I'm cryin about is the lack of room (me) and all that work (me)
Going up to "Elk" WA Tues to look at and likely buy this thing. Just diddling with an "action plan." Bear in mind this all revolves around the crowded backyard 2 post hoist
Remove camper from Cummins, set on tent trailer. Set aside
Check and evaluate all differential ratios. Decide which axles to use
Remove V10 cab, set onto timbers on trailer.
Skid cab to front of trailer Remove V10 trans and transfer case and set onto trailer Pull V10 with hoist arms closest to alley
Remove Cummins cab, set on trailer set aside.
Pull Cummins engine, leave hang on rack
Put V10 frame into position in 2 post rack, drop Cummins in
Convert 5 speed, check and install transfer case
Connect as much as possible, reinstall Cummins cab on new frame. Make connections,adapt etc transfer shifter, etc
Get truck running and moving if possible
Swap differentials if needed
Evaluate and swap beds.
Try to sell left over, or re-assemble V10 into old truck. Evaluate heater core swap. Evaluate other dash components. Evaluate rest of interior, seats, etc