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kipps · 03-05-2022, 09:30 PM

The truck in my signature is what I'm building. It's definitely what you would call a restomod! Most of the modifications are in the drivetrain of the truck to make it as useful and dependable as possible. I don't have much use for AC, stereo, or fancy interiors. I just want a solid functional truck that gets the job done, looks cool, and is fun to drive.

If money was no object, the only major things I would change on my build would be to use the 6.6L direct injection L8T engine, purchase a new TR4050 manual transmission, and switch to a LH-drop Dana 60 front axle.

For a restomod, give considerable thought to how you can increase the usefulness of the truck. Can you make it nice enough, economical enough, and dependable enough to replace another daily driver? You'll enjoy the truck more if you're driving it to work every day, compared to just letting it sit in the garage.

03-05-2022, 09:30 PM	#4
kipps Registered User Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: North-central Virginia Posts: 1,104	Re: If you were building a restomod which modern improvements would you add? The truck in my signature is what I'm building. It's definitely what you would call a restomod! Most of the modifications are in the drivetrain of the truck to make it as useful and dependable as possible. I don't have much use for AC, stereo, or fancy interiors. I just want a solid functional truck that gets the job done, looks cool, and is fun to drive. If money was no object, the only major things I would change on my build would be to use the 6.6L direct injection L8T engine, purchase a new TR4050 manual transmission, and switch to a LH-drop Dana 60 front axle. For a restomod, give considerable thought to how you can increase the usefulness of the truck. Can you make it nice enough, economical enough, and dependable enough to replace another daily driver? You'll enjoy the truck more if you're driving it to work every day, compared to just letting it sit in the garage. __________________ 1987 C6P V20 truck, 2010 LMG 5.3, AFM delete, 2010 Camaro exhaust manifolds, 1997 nv4500, 1991 np241c, hydroboost, 2005 14bff axle & driveshaft, drop-n-lock gooseneck, 4.10 gears, stock suspension, rims, and tires. Still a work in progress. Any questions or suggestions are welcome!