Well, we have gone out on the road with the 6400. Everything seems to be working with a few exceptions. We still do not have the fuel gauge working, and the speedo did not switch when we shifted the two speed rear end. The rest is pretty close.
Kevin now has to decide what he is going to do about the dump assembly. While it would be very neat to have a dump option, there are some significant drawbacks to keeping it. For one, the dump frame makes a LOT OF NOISE when you drive it. Every tar strip results in a loud CLANK! The other issue is that the bed will be about 9" higher with the dump frame in place. We would have to cut the current flat bed where the dump frame cylinders mount. It can be done, but it would be hard to undue the cutout. Hard, but still doable. I want Kevin to make the choice, and feel good about it. Right now, he is leaning toward removing the dump so that driving can be more enjoyable. I am good with that. U also know that having to lift things an additional 8" does make a difference in having a usable truck.
In any event, the door windows and weatherstrip had been installed. It was fun to take a ride to the gas station. He received his first "Nice truck" from a customer there.
Finally installed the door panels. I am pleased with the look with caring the dash top color into the door panel.
I added a few photos.
Steve
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