mewes5x
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Post by mewes5x on Sept 1, 2011 14:13:25 GMT -5
Read through this and I'm getting mixed signals about how well a Dodge truck can do. I think it is because of differing build rules. I'm going to ask this as straight forward as I can so that you guys can give me your opinions (and I realize what opinions are but let them fly anyway): Stock build: stock bumpers, only sheet metal welding is on the doors and gate 5in on 5in off skip welding, can change cab/bed mounting bolts, 4 bar cage in cab, and change drivetrain to Chevy if I want. 2 wheel drives only, no front straight axles. With these rules how will a 70's-80's Dodge 3/4 ton compare to same years Chevy 3/4 tons? Thanks. hands down would compete!! take the chevys head to head and watch them frames go side ways!
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Post by Mopar to the Max on Sept 1, 2011 16:42:17 GMT -5
Read through this and I'm getting mixed signals about how well a Dodge truck can do. I think it is because of differing build rules. I'm going to ask this as straight forward as I can so that you guys can give me your opinions (and I realize what opinions are but let them fly anyway): Stock build: stock bumpers, only sheet metal welding is on the doors and gate 5in on 5in off skip welding, can change cab/bed mounting bolts, 4 bar cage in cab, and change drivetrain to Chevy if I want. 2 wheel drives only, no front straight axles. With these rules how will a 70's-80's Dodge 3/4 ton compare to same years Chevy 3/4 tons? Thanks. I would definetly find myself a 3/4 ton 70's Dodge if you can, I feel they are stronger than other brands in that year range. I,ve won several derbies in a 70,s dodges, if your allowed to interchange the bumper, put a good innerwall bumper on it, just notch the back of the bumper, and slide it over ths c-channel frame, and rebolt it threw that center brace in a least 4 spots or weld to the frame if your rules will allow it. The other key on a front steer type dodge is to make a slider type steering shaft over the existing shaft, and chain the rag joint on the stock shaft. Other wise I would install a complete fabricated steering system if allowed. Would be best to see the rules for your area, to see if I have any tricks that would help. Feel free to call if you have any questions 218-964-5674 after 6pm weekdays central time.
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Post by catscratch on Sept 1, 2011 17:24:44 GMT -5
Thanks for the input and offer, I appreciate it!
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Post by 2young2drive on Sept 1, 2011 18:34:08 GMT -5
I do not run trucks, But I own several of these older dodges from 72-93 platform. The later cummins truck frames are little thicker and taller...
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Post by trucksmasher1 on Sept 1, 2011 19:00:33 GMT -5
As I stated in my earlier post, I would take one of these after anything. But you will need to do something with the sheetmetal bumper.
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catscratch
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Post by catscratch on Sept 2, 2011 16:42:24 GMT -5
Ok, same question but lets throw a kink into it; same rules and same competition how would a half ton Dodge hold up (I've ben running half ton Chevys), and no I can't do anything with the bumper.
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Post by moparman005 on Sept 5, 2011 8:36:29 GMT -5
it will hold up just fine ;D ;D ;D just make sure to use an engine cradle...
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Post by Mopar to the Max on Sept 5, 2011 21:42:51 GMT -5
Ok, same question but lets throw a kink into it; same rules and same competition how would a half ton Dodge hold up (I've ben running half ton Chevys), and no I can't do anything with the bumper. If your rules keep 1/2 ton against 1/2 tons, I feel the dodge has a advantage over the other brands as long as you have a clean body, solid body mounts, and clean frame truck. I agree with the last post a engine craddle is very important if allowed, also recommend that make all hits square with front or rear, not alot of strength in the corners especially in the front, and you don't what to knock out your steering, with a left front corner hit. Would be nice to see your rules, to see if any of my build techniques will be allowed in your stock class. Email me your rules if you can, I'll pm you my email.
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Post by crookeddemo on Sept 10, 2011 0:22:57 GMT -5
Lets hear some of those tricks on the 60s Dodges. How are the front axles and steering on these?
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Post by huhn137 on Sept 10, 2011 0:54:56 GMT -5
Shitty haha
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catscratch
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Post by catscratch on Sept 10, 2011 17:22:54 GMT -5
Lets hear some of those tricks on the 60s Dodges. How are the front axles and steering on these? I've got one but doubt I will ever get to run it. Looks like the axle would be good, no idea on the steering box.
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Post by MADDOG403 on Sept 12, 2011 21:10:01 GMT -5
come on dodge truck guys I got a 1974 extended cab that I need tips on. I have never seen a 70's or 80's dodge make or take more than a couple of hits! With that being said I have never looked at one really close either! I seen a 70-80s dodge extended cab with a ford bed, do really well this weekend! Just in the heat, when they pulled out for the main the power went out and they sent us all home
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Post by mewes5x on Sept 18, 2011 19:46:22 GMT -5
heres a pic of a 80s dodge with a 5 by 5 box tube bumper and the frame bent a little but it flatten out the box tube.. these trucks can compete..
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Post by redneckexpress on Sept 27, 2011 20:02:40 GMT -5
im guna b buildin my first truck (86 ram charger), find a power stearing pump bracket from a powerwagon plow truck, it moves the pump from a low mount to a top engin mount, this will get it out of the way of bending metal (works great on cars, might also on trucks), im also guna try to move the stearing box rearward closer to the engine mount (lots of figurin out to do looks like itll work tho) this way if the frame bends or sways ill still have stearing
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Post by sicknasty616 on Oct 28, 2011 22:21:52 GMT -5
found a 70 dodge power wagon 4x4, great frame good body. can anyone tell me if these can compete with the 60's dodges and fords? thanks
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