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I have tried near all the trailers- Conquerer Base Camp, Kimberly, Jumping Jack, RTT, ground tent, etc, and for me at this point, the ability to have a small light weight trailer when needed in lieu of the big car hauler is a huge plus. Also, items mounted on top do not need to be unloaded-...

Understood- we do diesel conversions on Rovers regularly. However, the payback isn't there from a cost perspective- from a cool perspective, returns in spades!! In that light, the biggest issue with the 'burb, for my application, is the towing duty with the SBC. The X works as is, while the...

Ah Ha- I think it is the square body curse- it just begs for a build!!! I didn't even 'need' the K-30, but once you see/hear it in person, it's irresistible!! Like I said initially- Caddy motor, D60 front.... Dantes Peak....

A diesel would be great- likely do the 6.5 though to keep it GM, like a military crate motor- and would be a direct swap. Might get interesting ;-) A poll would have been a great idea!! As far as build/compare- the 'burb is likely worth more as is to most folks, so a lot of time/$$ to risk...

Here is one we did a few years ago, a thin blade and winch tray with a Brownchurch brushbar added: and here is a Defender bumper we recycled (more work than starting from scratch actually) to fit a D-I w/ 8274: and most recently, a modified rear D-I RTE will their help integrating the...

We had a Quigley a few years ago- very nice rig, but it was a 3/4T w/ the 6.0 diesel- all under warranty. I had traded into it some convoluted way, but we liked it and were getting ready for a lengthy trip, so had it serviced at the dealer, and got to talking to the service manager. All that to...

Just happen to have a correct vintage Warn winch bumper w/ 8274 for the 'burb too ;-) I am leaning towards the 'burb for the obvious ease of parts availability- especially on the road, regardless of local. But the X does tow nicely w/ the 6.8- hence the initiation of this thread. I realize...

Here are a few quick driveway shots of the Excursion- Limited, rear a/c, heated seats, etc . 4" BDS w/ dual Fox shocks up front, Fox rears and steering stabilizer, Asfir winch bumper and skid, 10k# winch, 35" Toyos, Helwig antisway in rear, new updated headlights and everything base lined...

Very nice rig- one of the nicest TGBs Ive seen!! GLWS!

No, it sold as stated above- took a hit, but needed room badly. I will post pics of mine soon, just need to take some...

Greetings!! Some of you know me, most not very likely. Been wheeling/camping/exploring 40+ years- Central America via motorcycle, Newfoundland via Avalanche w/ GM bed tent as a little back ground examples. I have done the rock crawling deal with a built D-90 and a TJ on 40's w/ coilovers and...

You are on the right path- just sold a very nice 96k mile D-I for $2.5k, at a loss I might add. And just sold a very nice well built '02 D-II for $8k, stock heads, but tons of records, and upgrades, sans lockers. Hopefully that sets a stage for you. I have a '99 D-I (last year, Ca truck) w/ 84k...

Need the length also, as I want to use it in an older Suburban or an Excursion. Thanks!

Define your initial budget, as that would help tremendously. Next define build parameters- lift/tires, or more aggressive? Head gaskets on a D-II, definitely. On a D-I, not so much, but still a consideration, unless pre '96. Still possible, but less likely... The list can go on, but as RonCT...

Evaluate the goal/purpose of your initial purchase. If it was a financial 'investment', you can give it away now, and lose less money than restoring it for 'profit'. I tell people most every day- buy all the truck you can going in... However, if the initial purchase was romantic- something to...

I second the Ford vote, and something to consider- petrol engines are considerably cheaper to keep, but lack the longevity typically of the diesel. So, consider same as you will be having it serviced I assume, not doing it yourself. Another thing, is the 6.8 has the torque and longevity- know of...

I just acquired a '87 2500 and want to do the Blazer conversion- where is the best venue to find the needed rear clip/removable top? Thanks, and really enjoy this thread- thanks for posting! I also have a 80k '76 K30 w/ a 513, front D60/14 bolt FF rear that just might find their way to the...

Finally SOLD, and to an Expo constituent via Ebay to boot... Thanks Phil!!

Very well put!?

Sorry, not trying to hijack, but a means for someone to see the end result, and offer a few build ideas. As far as milage concerns, the new Toyo A/T IIs are aggressive enough for moderate + wheeling and are extremely quiet- and best of all don't have a negative effect on fuel consumption...