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What gear ratio is the 14 bolt semi float you currently have that's too narrow? I'm wanting to swap my 10 bolt for a semi float 6 lug 14 bolt, and I wouldn't be opposed to running wheel spacers.... I'm wanting to also go to 4.10 gears in the process. Casey

What have you decided to do about the rear axle? Casey

Looking good! Sorry to hear of your broken rear. Think you'll have it ready in time for Rendezvous in the Ozarks next weekend? I'll be there with my Tahoe. Casey

Yes, that's a thing. On the pickups of that vintage, GM did not attach the 12V + battery wire to the stud on the front of the fuse box under the hood; the wire was taped to the harness; you had to remove the wire from the wire harness, and attach it to one of the 12V + studs on the front of the...

Regarding fuel gelling: Here in SW Missouri, you never know what blend of diesel they are actually running at the pumps. Supposedly good down to 10 below zero. However, in the past 20 years, I've gelled up 3 times in temps in the single digits. As a result, I now ALWAYS use anti-gel in the...

Ditto. I've got 368K miles on my 6.5L/4L80E. The trick to longevity on these engines is not trying to tow extremely large loads. Moving a vehicle around, even a heavy one, is where they work best. But trying to tow large trailers works them to death. Casey

Very cool build! My grandfather did something somewhat similar years ago. In 1983 he purchased a brand new Chevrolet P30 motorhome chassis with a 6.2L diesel and TH400 tranmission; just a chassis with no body. He then scoured the salvage yards looking for body ideas. He ended up taking a...

Where are you located? I noticed your Missouri and Natural State Overland stickers. I'm in SW Missouri, and my friend Randy actually started Natural State Overland! Casey

Thanks! I honestly don't know the specs on the wheels. They are stock Toyota OEM "steelies." I bought them used from a friend and bolted them and they work! There was just a slight amount of rubbing on the front, and I had to trim the lower plastic valance just a bit, and crank the front...

I saw you truck in the FourWheeler mag! Very cool, and congrats for being chosen to participate in the adventure! Casey

That is an aftermarket transmission cooler. The original transmission cooler was located inside the radiator and used no rubber hoses; it was 2 steel lines from the transmission to the radiator and back. Whoever installed the aux cooler in front of the radiator simply cut the OEM steel hard...

I love my 2 door! I've owned it for 15 years now. There is a third engine option available on these rigs: the 6.5L diesel, which is what I have (although it is fairly rare). I absolutely love having a 30 gallon fuel tank and a fuel-sipping diesel. When I'm out with my Jeep and Toyota buddies...

My 2-door probably doesn't fit your 5-seating requirements, but here it is regardless! :D Casey

I've noticed the various vans in the background of your photos. Do you work for a van conversion company, or just using their shop, or?? Just curious! :D Casey

Ditto! Praying for you and your family during this difficult time. Casey

I vote for keeping it stock or doing SAS. I cranked my bars about 1" to clear my 33" tires. I wouldn't spend a dime on an IFS lift. Spend the money on a SAS, and you'll get a lot more bang for the buck. You'll spend thousands on a proper IFS lift, but in the end, all you've gained is...

Ha ha! Thanks! (I think) :D Casey

They are very reliable, simple engines. Adding a turbo will help tremendously, especially when traveling to higher elevations where the oxygen thins out. The glow plug relays are notorious for failing, causing hard start issues, but is a simple repair. The cavitation issue is probably their...

I built my own rear tire carrier, using the plans I found here: https://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/home-built-rear-rack-project.95134/ For my 1995 Tahoe: I have since added a hi-lift jack mount and LED back up lights onto the carrier, but don't have a recent picture...

. . Sweet ride! Very, very clean for a 1994. I'd be afraid to take it out and get any pinstripes on that nice paint!! Here's what I followed to build the tire carrier for my 2-door: https://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/home-built-rear-rack-project.95134/ Getting that spare...