Your stock 2-speed rear will have 6.40/8.72 to 1 ratio.

It might be easier to move the cab to a modern chassis that's already got the engine, trans and rear you want. You would also get newer rims/tires. Maybe a Kodiak...measure the front axle and start looking...

Just a thought...

Mike B smile

Mike Boteler

1956 Chevy 3100 Resto Rod
1952 Willys M38 Army Jeep
1983 Jeep CJ7 Laredo
1984 Jeep CJ7
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Silver Spring, MD