Full Retard Pt2.

[Ziegelsteinfaust]

The guy dropped the first of my trucks off today because he got on a trip to clean up his yard. Apparently he has another toy he wants, and he has to make room for.

Upon further examination of my trucks I now believe I have 2 10 bolt front axles, and I know have a np 203 transfer case. Either way for the money I paid I do not care. It just kind of ruins the parts I could sell. I can still get about $700 alone in scrap value from the rolled truck, and my POS.

So I am going to use the stock 4x4 set-up I have, and get the project on the road. If my cousin doesn't want the extra front axle. I will keep it for myself, and build it up later.

As for the 203 I will keep it for now, and either find a 205 or a 208 to build a doubler out of. Preferably a 205 to have the gear drive.

I will probably use a 14 bolt SF later when I can match it up to a front axle build. This way I can maximize mpg for when I have to do a long drive to go on a fishing trip. I live in the LA area so anywhere fun, and out of the way is a 500 mile round trip.

I have a set of PYO's that I will add 265/75/16's AT's too. Maybe 285/75/16's. Depends on what bargains I find, and how low the truck ends up when I have a engine in the frame. This way my combo will be more or less bullet proof for my needs, and wants.

[Ziegelsteinfaust]

The questions I have.

1. From what I have found out the NP208 bolts to a 4L65 where as a NP205 needs an adapter. Is that true? The forums are hard to wind through when I know so little about what I am trying to do.

2. The 208 I know has its weaknesses, but it would be more then enough for my needs. When pulling one at pick a part is there any obvious signs it is bad besides it doesn't spin?

3. Can you use an air over leaf set-up for a 4x4 like some low riders? I would like a comfy ride, and articulation on a budget. If not I will go 4-link a couple of years down the road.

4. Why do a lot of trail builds use a custom flat bed? Is it for weight, or just part of the look.

[andrewmp6]

Depends how you will use the truck on which t case you need.Normal off road light trails the np208 should be ok.A hardcore off roader the np205 can be built up to handle anything,From a 4 to1 gear sets,Doublers and twin stick is nice when you get in a tight spot.The flatbeds most use because it gets more clearance on the rocks less sheet metal to drag and get banged up.