TEETS : Dodge 2500 build thread

[TEETS]

Well I thought I would start a build thread for my 2004.5 Dodge 2500 with a Cummins HO. First the engine upgrades already done. Quadzilla tow box and commander outlook monitor. Intake system and opened up exhaust.
Now for the expedition upgrades: ARB front bumper at stock height(pic 1)
Lorenz add a pack rear installed(pics 2&3) Finishing up the Lorenz 3" system with SAW 2.25 shocks and 37 MTR's on graphite H2's (pics 4&5)
That is where the truck sits now. My plans are to build some skid plates next, sliders, rear bumper with tire carrier, winch, drawer system for the bed, role and lock cover, and thule rack with roof top tent. This should be some fun.:gunt:

 

[bjordnolf]

Sounds like you need to get to work teets.:rockon:

 

[riverviewpat]

i did not give permission for me or my tools to used in these pictures, i need some royalty checks

 

[bjordnolf]

Well pat you look like a calendar girl.

 

[TEETS]

Sounds like you need to get to work teets.:rockon:

You need to get that diesel swap done so we can do some wheeling you wuss. :sport_box

 

[Dirty Harry]

That thing looks sweet! Not sure that I would want black for a vehicle used on the trail, but I love your suspension and tire and rim combination. Any thoughts to adding a larger (or second) fuel tank for more range?

 

[TEETS]

I was thinking about the fuel tank it already has the bigger OEM option that is about 33 gallons i believe but yes a bigger tank has crossed my mind but dont know if I will do it or not. and as for the black i know it is not the ideal color but I got it at such a good deal I bought it.

 

[Nullifier]

Nice looking rig. I'm in New Tampa we'll have to get together some time.

 

[redear]

Well when you do the grease conversion you will have a second tank anyway... You are doing a grease conversion right?

 

[TEETS]

Well when you do the grease conversion you will have a second tank anyway... You are doing a grease conversion right?

I will most likely make bio but not ruling out a grease tank as well I also have not decided on that. too much to think about and too many ways to spend my money but I am calling about a bio kit today.

 

[TEETS]

Nice looking rig. I'm in New Tampa we'll have to get together some time.

I look forward to it maybe we can set up some trail rides and some camping this summer:wings:

 

[Pskhaat]

I can't believe you're rolling on 37s! They look puny on that beast. Nice truck. I'm really looking forward to your further build as I (gulp) would like to one day do something similar.

 

[TEETS]

I can't believe you're rolling on 37s! They look puny on that beast. Nice truck.

That is why I ran 37s if I ran anything smaller I do not think the truck would be nearly as capable.


I also did some work on the front skid today that should be finished up soon.

 

[FortyMileDesert]

First off; don't take me the wrong way guys, but:

Why would you need a tank larger than 33 gallons?
I have a couple of friends with Dodges with Cummins turbo-diesels who are constantly bragging that they get better than 20mpg.....If that is true; they should be able to travel better than 600 miles on a tank.

So tell me the truth - What kind of mileage do you really get?
- around town?
- on the highway?
- off-road?

Also; being as Florida is flat and there is a town every few miles, it just doesn't seem as if range per tank would be very important there.....

This is NOT a flame :arabia: Just seeking some knowledge...:26_16_2:
- the desert dude where the distance between fuel stops really matters.

 

[Dirty Harry]

I can think of several reasons for added fuel capacity, particularly now when prices are so volatile.

- It allows you to fill up where the prices are lower
- If you travel to Mexico you won't have to risk getting dodgy fuel
- If you brew your own biodiesel at home you have greater range from your house
- Less need to stop on cross country trips

My dad has an '02 2WD dualie and gets around 20 MPG, but I wouldn't expect a truck on 37s to get the same mileage.