Long story short, saw the 97 Laramie 5.9 and said why not.
Paid 1,200 and continued to put money into it.

Steering gear box
power steering pump
water pump
upper and lower ball joints
all the tie rods (front stuff).
wheel hub and bearings (lft)&(rt) all in one type deal.
All the U Joints, not the fun kind.
Built cold air.
Thrush Weld with downturn, off the stock cat; 2.5 exits in front of the rear axle. Good low end with smaller pipe.
4x4 Posi locker from sumit racing (for front 44). I love the red button!
Rolling on a set of Dick Cepek Extreme country 285 /75/16s.
Lots more to do!

What Ya All Doin? I mean why are you doing? I don't even know why I am.
sorry wrong spot to post...