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tsm1mt · 08-08-2002, 01:39 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by twaldher

Dodge's Front D44 at least 1994 and on are rated for 3,850lbs.

Thanks, Travis, that's good to know.

I wonder what's "special" about them that allows for the uprating over the older straight axle '44s..

postal · 08-08-2002, 01:46 PM

I suppose you want to keep that IH/Navistar family thing going. I understand, but no V8 diesel for me, thanks. I'll stick with the reliable, simple, kick-butt torque of the inline Cummins.

tsm1mt · 08-08-2002, 01:57 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by postal
I suppose you want to keep that IH/Navistar family thing going. I understand, but no V8 diesel for me, thanks. I'll stick with the reliable, simple, kick-butt torque of the inline Cummins.

Yep, it's an IH/Navistar Thing.

Plus, in '74 (like my 1T 4dr) they made some changes to where and how the engine mounts and such.. making room for the 404/444 gasser motors, which never quite made it into the light trucks.. but which are very similar to the 6.9 and 7.3..

So the factory was already thinking about this swap, they just discontinued the line too soon.

Travis Waldher · 08-08-2002, 02:01 PM

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Originally posted by tsm1mt

Thanks, Travis, that's good to know.

I wonder what's "special" about them that allows for the uprating over the older straight axle '44s..

No idea... those dodge axles are even "disconnect" axles mid-tube. Its only 250lbs though, could be a slightly different design, could also be there was a larger safety margin in the older D44 ratings.

Explorer · 08-09-2002, 06:51 PM

Benny · 08-10-2002, 03:34 AM

I tow with my '75 3/4 ton 2wd Chevy longbed truck.

It has plenty on power for my use. It has an Edelbrock 600 carb and dual 2 1/2" exhaust.

I cant tow at 100 mph, but I dont wat to either.

The truck costed me $600, so I am alot happier than spending $30K or more on a tow rig. I can put all my money (not much) into my 3 4x4s.

I also just bought a bed ramp setup, so I can haul my sami and my Toyota at the same time.

Benny · 08-10-2002, 03:38 AM

pic.

And for the trailer, I borrow whatever I can find at the time. But I am working on getting one.

tjs80cj · 08-11-2002, 08:05 AM

Here's my tow rig

Tom

Jaffer · 08-11-2002, 07:53 PM

Brand new loaded '02 Duramax/Allison F2500HD LS ...
$40K minus $5K discount and rebate ...

... sporting 285/75R16s.

I LOVE IT!

Jim Johnson · 08-13-2002, 10:50 AM

I have a 2001 f150 extended cab - V6

I tow a toyota and it does just fine. I tow at about 70-75mph, but the hills do slow me down of course.

I haven't checked mileage, I am guessing around 16 mpg towing, 20 mpg otherwise.

Keith Strong · 08-14-2002, 08:36 AM

Here ya go. 2001 Cummins 2500. 60/80, quad cab, bells and whistles. All stock so far. Lookin into exhaust and a chip for it. I get 20 on the highway and 13-15 towing.

Zukster · 08-26-2002, 08:53 PM

Heres our current tow rig - 2002 Excursion 4x4 Limited Ultimate. Its got the V10 and 4.30 gears. Of courses its got the factory DVD player and all the other road trip goodies. Its stock for now (its 2 weeks old). A Detroit, ARB fridge, 3" lift, and 35's are soon to be come just to spice things up a bit.

Paul Gagnon · 08-28-2002, 06:48 PM

1990 F250HD Custom, 4WD, 7.3L diesel, ZF 5 speed, bench seat, manual everything. Here is a pic that I took about an hour and a half ago. I call her Jane, as in Plain Jane because she's a base model with no options.

Dustball · 08-28-2002, 09:22 PM

1991 F-250 2wd. I call it Slowpoke

GRMhick · 08-29-2002, 08:35 AM

Hey dustball, what is the size of your trailer? 18 ft maybe?

Dustball · 08-29-2002, 07:01 PM

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Originally posted by Hick
Hey dustball, what is the size of your trailer? 18 ft maybe?

That's a rental, 10K lb 16 foot long trailer, 81" between fenders. I rented it from Hertz Equipment Rental for $175/week. My buddy Dave rented the 12K lb model at the same time as me, same rental rates. The trailer he ended up with was a 104" x 20 feet deck-over trailer! The trailer he got would've been overkill for my little F-250 so it was fine by me he got that one even though I have the bigger Bronco between the two of us. Check out Hertz, they have some killer weekly rates on equipment trailers.

NotQuiteSane · 08-30-2002, 03:38 PM

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Originally posted by tsm1mt

Cummins? I've seen a couple.. but if I had my way, I'd PowerStroke (well, not really, I'd use the pre-PowerStroke 7.3 IDI or 444 IDI motor with less computer "stuff" to deal with - then Turbo/Intercool it) it.
But since I didn't have the cash lying around to just buy a rebuilt 7.3 outright, I'm building something I know - a gasser.

Tom,

When you convert, find a old short bus or delivery truck with the T444. more likely to get a better deal, and possibly a better rear axle to swap under yours.

I would reccomend against putting a turbo on any engine not designed for it. cracked pistons can get expensive

NQS

ROKN ZJ · 09-01-2002, 01:25 PM

Here's my 2001 3/4ton Suburban. I just bought it so that I could tow the POS jeep in frot of it (and so I could drive to UT away games). It has the 496 engine, leather, and I just put in 2 TVS and a DVD player for roadtrips.

I'll post a better picture after I get a trailer...

I hate how the suburban makes my Jeep look tiny

Duke, I thought about the ARB fridge, but seeing as how its kinda on the small side, I think I'm just going to silicone my console, and dump ice into it for refreshments on the road...

AGGIECJ-7 · 09-01-2002, 09:59 PM

hey hal....you got anymore pics of the jeep? i thought you only had the doorless wonder

ROKN ZJ · 09-01-2002, 10:44 PM

I gave the doorless wonder to Cameron. I now have the ROKN ZJ:

And the green CJ, which I'll take a better pic of tomorrow. I'm currently modifing the body a bit...
pre-trimming:

Hal

AGGIECJ-7 · 09-01-2002, 10:50 PM

what have you done to the CJ....looks like 33's possibly 35's....i had to trim the crap outa my 7 to stuff 35" BFG's....

ROKN ZJ · 09-01-2002, 10:51 PM

4" lift, and its running 33x15.50s. I'm trimming more so that I can fit the 35x15.50s... I didn't want to do a SOA or body lift, so I'm trying to lose as much sheetmetal as possible.

I'll post another pic tomorrow (probably in the the Jeep forum, just to stay on-topic)

Hal

Lemoore-on · 09-02-2002, 08:56 AM

86 f250
6.9 diesel
C-6 auto
170,000 miles

pumpkinhead · 09-03-2002, 03:10 PM

Replaced my '88 3/4 ton 454 'Burb with this last week

It's a '00 Lariat 4WD with a PSD and an auto. I haven't got a chance to tow yet, but I bet it will tow my 11,000 lb toybox better than the old 'burb did.

Tusker · 09-04-2002, 09:14 PM

97 F-250 4x4 PSD and camper shell

08-08-2002, 01:46 PM	#102 (permalink)
postal Registered User Join Date: Jun 2001 Member # 5458 Location: IL/IN Posts: 302	I suppose you want to keep that IH/Navistar family thing going. I understand, but no V8 diesel for me, thanks. I'll stick with the reliable, simple, kick-butt torque of the inline Cummins. __________________ '99 4Runner

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Explorer Granite Guru Join Date: Aug 2000 Member # 1540 Location: Wittmann, AZ Posts: 661	__________________ Ford Explorer & Ranger Offroad www.ExplorerForum.com

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Benny Zeus of the Sluice Join Date: Jun 2000 Member # 1129 Location: North Idaho Posts: 4,667	I tow with my '75 3/4 ton 2wd Chevy longbed truck. It has plenty on power for my use. It has an Edelbrock 600 carb and dual 2 1/2" exhaust. I cant tow at 100 mph, but I dont wat to either. The truck costed me $600, so I am alot happier than spending $30K or more on a tow rig. I can put all my money (not much) into my 3 4x4s. I also just bought a bed ramp setup, so I can haul my sami and my Toyota at the same time. __________________ '87 Toyota 4Runner Turbo, '85 Toyota XtraCab, '83 Toyota Landcruiser, '67 Chevy, 46 CJ2a New Project.

08-10-2002, 03:38 AM	#107 (permalink)
Benny Zeus of the Sluice Join Date: Jun 2000 Member # 1129 Location: North Idaho Posts: 4,667	pic. And for the trailer, I borrow whatever I can find at the time. But I am working on getting one. Attached Images __________________ '87 Toyota 4Runner Turbo, '85 Toyota XtraCab, '83 Toyota Landcruiser, '67 Chevy, 46 CJ2a New Project.

08-11-2002, 08:05 AM	#108 (permalink)
tjs80cj Registered User Join Date: Mar 2001 Member # 3731 Location: Spring Hill, TN Posts: 244	Here's my tow rig Tom Last edited by tjs80cj; 02-28-2005 at 11:51 PM.

08-11-2002, 07:53 PM	#109 (permalink)
Jaffer Registered User Join Date: Jan 2001 Member # 2769 Location: Farmington NM Posts: 1,877	Brand new loaded '02 Duramax/Allison F2500HD LS ... $40K minus $5K discount and rebate ... ... sporting 285/75R16s. I LOVE IT!

08-13-2002, 10:50 AM	#110 (permalink)
Jim Johnson Registered User Join Date: Feb 2002 Member # 10096 Location: middle, TN Posts: 496	I have a 2001 f150 extended cab - V6 I tow a toyota and it does just fine. I tow at about 70-75mph, but the hills do slow me down of course. I haven't checked mileage, I am guessing around 16 mpg towing, 20 mpg otherwise. __________________ built them and sold them.

08-14-2002, 08:36 AM	#111 (permalink)
Keith Strong Registered User Join Date: Mar 2000 Member # 477 Location: The Peeplz Republik Posts: 12,257	Here ya go. 2001 Cummins 2500. 60/80, quad cab, bells and whistles. All stock so far. Lookin into exhaust and a chip for it. I get 20 on the highway and 13-15 towing. Attached Images __________________ [CENTER][SIZE="5"][URL="http://www.strong-arms.com"]Strong Arms "Survival Slings" For Sale PM me for a PBB only price[/URL] [/SIZE][/CENTER]

08-26-2002, 08:53 PM	#112 (permalink)
Zukster Registered User Join Date: Mar 2001 Member # 3830 Location: somewhere just north of Mexico Posts: 449	Heres our current tow rig - 2002 Excursion 4x4 Limited Ultimate. Its got the V10 and 4.30 gears. Of courses its got the factory DVD player and all the other road trip goodies. Its stock for now (its 2 weeks old). A Detroit, ARB fridge, 3" lift, and 35's are soon to be come just to spice things up a bit. Attached Images

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Paul Gagnon Poseur SUV Join Date: Apr 2000 Member # 610 Location: Sherwood Park, Alberta eh? Posts: 9,934 Blog Entries: 6	1990 F250HD Custom, 4WD, 7.3L diesel, ZF 5 speed, bench seat, manual everything. Here is a pic that I took about an hour and a half ago. I call her Jane, as in Plain Jane because she's a base model with no options. __________________ Paul Gagnon Sherwood Park, Alberta eh? "No Brain, No Pain"

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Dustball Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Member # 4073 Location: St. Paul, MN, USA Posts: 988	1991 F-250 2wd. I call it Slowpoke __________________ Dustin S. I had a brain-eating disease that died of starvation.

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GRMhick Pirate4x4 Addict! Join Date: Feb 2000 Member # 87 Location: I live in hotels tear out the walls I have accountants pay for it all Posts: 7,202	Hey dustball, what is the size of your trailer? 18 ft maybe?

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ROKN ZJ Wanna mustache ride? Join Date: Aug 2001 Member # 6536 Location: Austin, Tx Posts: 1,449 Blog Entries: 1	Here's my 2001 3/4ton Suburban. I just bought it so that I could tow the POS jeep in frot of it (and so I could drive to UT away games). It has the 496 engine, leather, and I just put in 2 TVS and a DVD player for roadtrips. I'll post a better picture after I get a trailer... I hate how the suburban makes my Jeep look tiny Duke, I thought about the ARB fridge, but seeing as how its kinda on the small side, I think I'm just going to silicone my console, and dump ice into it for refreshments on the road... __________________ Last edited by ROKN ZJ; 09-01-2002 at 01:27 PM.

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AGGIECJ-7 Granite Guru Join Date: Apr 2001 Member # 4228 Location: Newark, Tx Posts: 884	hey hal....you got anymore pics of the jeep? i thought you only had the doorless wonder __________________ Steven W My Website 82 CJ-7 - SOA, geared, locked, 35's 02 Ram 2500 - Cummins, 4x4, 6spd

09-01-2002, 10:44 PM	#120 (permalink)
ROKN ZJ Wanna mustache ride? Join Date: Aug 2001 Member # 6536 Location: Austin, Tx Posts: 1,449 Blog Entries: 1	I gave the doorless wonder to Cameron. I now have the ROKN ZJ: And the green CJ, which I'll take a better pic of tomorrow. I'm currently modifing the body a bit... pre-trimming: Hal __________________

09-01-2002, 10:50 PM	#121 (permalink)
AGGIECJ-7 Granite Guru Join Date: Apr 2001 Member # 4228 Location: Newark, Tx Posts: 884	what have you done to the CJ....looks like 33's possibly 35's....i had to trim the crap outa my 7 to stuff 35" BFG's.... __________________ Steven W My Website 82 CJ-7 - SOA, geared, locked, 35's 02 Ram 2500 - Cummins, 4x4, 6spd

09-01-2002, 10:51 PM	#122 (permalink)
ROKN ZJ Wanna mustache ride? Join Date: Aug 2001 Member # 6536 Location: Austin, Tx Posts: 1,449 Blog Entries: 1	4" lift, and its running 33x15.50s. I'm trimming more so that I can fit the 35x15.50s... I didn't want to do a SOA or body lift, so I'm trying to lose as much sheetmetal as possible. I'll post another pic tomorrow (probably in the the Jeep forum, just to stay on-topic) Hal __________________

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Lemoore-on Registered User Join Date: Feb 2000 Member # 24 Location: lemoore, ca Posts: 1,786	86 f250 6.9 diesel C-6 auto 170,000 miles __________________ Lemoore-on Mike, 85 Toyota SUV [B][URL=http://www.tinbenders.org]Tinbenders![/URL] [/B]

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pumpkinhead Registered User Join Date: Feb 2002 Member # 10049 Location: Yucaipa, CA Posts: 127	Replaced my '88 3/4 ton 454 'Burb with this last week It's a '00 Lariat 4WD with a PSD and an auto. I haven't got a chance to tow yet, but I bet it will tow my 11,000 lb toybox better than the old 'burb did. __________________ Jimbo Last edited by pumpkinhead; 09-03-2002 at 03:12 PM.

09-04-2002, 09:14 PM	#125 (permalink)
Tusker Registered User Join Date: Jan 2001 Member # 2752 Location: Fairfield, CA Posts: 2,043	97 F-250 4x4 PSD and camper shell Attached Images __________________ 86 Samurai w/gun rack, 92" WB, VW 1.9 TD, Toyota 5-speed and dual cases with 4.7 gearset, Toyota axles with Longfields, 5.29's, ARB's f&r, YJ's, 35's, FJ-60 power steering, high steer, ............. <>< <>< <>< Hey, if this rig is for wheelin', what are all these animal parts doin' in here?

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