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Old Dec 5, 2013 | 03:11 PM
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Looking at the pics, especially those that show the wheel openings in relation to the frame, I am not entirely sure there is a body lift at all on it.....
 
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Old Dec 5, 2013 | 07:35 PM
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Originally Posted by HeyYou
Looking at the pics, especially those that show the wheel openings in relation to the frame, I am not entirely sure there is a body lift at all on it.....
I dont see anything that looks like a body lift either..... Looks to be pure suspension on stock half ton axles.
 
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Old Dec 5, 2013 | 07:38 PM
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Some states have a height requirement for bumpers and headlights. That could be why they lowered the bumper and added a lower set of headlights.
 
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Old Dec 5, 2013 | 10:21 PM
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Originally Posted by Derick C.
Some states have a height requirement for bumpers and headlights. That could be why they lowered the bumper and added a lower set of headlights.
That actually makes good sense. Doesn't appear they did much to the axles though. (as far as reinforcement) Bet they break easy.
 
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Old Dec 5, 2013 | 11:01 PM
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That actually makes good sense. Doesn't appear they did much to the axles though. (as far as reinforcement) Bet they break easy.
Is that a challenge?

Why don't we start a DF fund to buy it. It can be our forum truck lol
 
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Old Dec 6, 2013 | 12:44 AM
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That actually makes good sense. Doesn't appear they did much to the axles though. (as far as reinforcement) Bet they break easy.
I bet they don't. Those tires aren't any bigger than a 35. 9.25" rear ends are very strong torsionally speaking. Great for big power or tires. My Dad works for a guy who has a '71 supercharged alcohol fueled 440 'Cuda, and he runs a 9.25 rear end.
 
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Old Dec 6, 2013 | 09:35 AM
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Nice hood!
 
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Old Dec 6, 2013 | 01:36 PM
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Originally Posted by HeyYou
Looking at the pics, especially those that show the wheel openings in relation to the frame, I am not entirely sure there is a body lift at all on it.....
What about the bed to rear bumper gap with the tailgate trim stuffed in it?
 
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Old Dec 6, 2013 | 06:48 PM
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Originally Posted by Wombat Ranger
I bet they don't. Those tires aren't any bigger than a 35. 9.25" rear ends are very strong torsionally speaking. Great for big power or tires. My Dad works for a guy who has a '71 supercharged alcohol fueled 440 'Cuda, and he runs a 9.25 rear end.
My guess is, he is traction challenged. That 440 can prolly roll his tires over without even breaking a sweat.
 
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Old Dec 6, 2013 | 09:39 PM
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I kind of like how the frame was painted, and that's about it. It is nice condition, but it is outdated.
 
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