Hey ontheverge. I posted a pic of a 65 one ton IFS over on engines and driveline if you want a visual. I have a long dump that I'm going to cut down about 2' and keep. The sm transmissions have a 6 bolt access plate on both sides that can accept a PTO, which drives a shaft to a hydraulic pump for the dump cylinders. Newer NV4500 (5 speed) and NV5600 (6 speed) use the same standard access plate. Soooo you get the benefit of that high gear od instead of the 1:1 in the old tranny.
I plan on approaching the fuel problem with a diesel power plant and 3.73:1 dif.
Dave.
What's the last thing a red neck says, "Hey guys watch this."
What's the last thing a redneck hears, "Go ahead Bubba, you can do it."
Build plan: 65 Chevy one ton, 5.9L Cummins HO, NV5600 six speed, 2wd 1972-1987 IFS disk front, frame off restore/mod, custom dump/flat bed, Alcoa rims, Dana 70 3.73:1 duals drum rear, plush interior, Guards red with Marine Corps decals. Donor is retired 2002 Ram 2500, 194K miles.
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