I drive a 1994 Dodge 2500 5.2l magnum. Classified as a Light Duty truck, with the 9.25 rear axle and the dana 44 front, 3.5 gears. It's essentially a v8 jeep of the same year with a 3/4 long bed frame and body. Around 3k, easy to work on... transmission is the only real downfall (aside from overall MPG), as the 46rh is a known weak point in stock form. The engine has a following, so easy to upgrade performance, and a HD version of the transmission can be had for $1500, not including core and install. Since the truck is, otherwise, a gem, there is aftermarket support and swap-able upgrades from earlier model 2500's. The 4x4 transfer case is relatively easy to maintain and so far the truck has just plain worked for me.