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03-17-2025, 04:25 PM
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1949 6400 - Dirty Deeds
Done Dirt Cheap!
In two years, I'm planning on moving to another state. I plan on using my '49 6400 to do most of the heavy lifting. 700 miles each way, likely 5+ trips. It's going to need some work... The Plan™: Swap cab onto a more modern chassis/drivetrain. Repair maintenance issues. Full rewire/all LED lights. Improve comfort and safety of cab. Keep (but shorten) flatbed, maybe add fifth wheel/gooseneck.
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03-17-2025, 04:34 PM
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He's double dealin' with your best friend
And by "modern", I mean this ancient Pile Of Dodge. A '96 Dodge 3500 truck, originally equipped with a V10/auto now bastardized with a '91 Cummins Turbo Diesel and a 5-spd...
That leaks everywhere, has worn out synchros and bearings in the tranny, and the suspension is all worn out. This is the first and only Diesel i've owned, and it's a real winner...
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03-18-2025, 12:37 AM
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Re: 1949 6400 - Dirty Deeds
nice project.
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49 chevy 3100 3 window. 327 / m21 4 spd, 12 bolt w/ 3:55's Bought in 1973 for $235.00. Had it longer than my wife & Kids!! |
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03-18-2025, 09:48 AM
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Re: 1949 6400 - Dirty Deeds
I like it, Sub'd to follow along.
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03-18-2025, 10:34 AM
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Re: 1949 6400 - Dirty Deeds
This will be an interesting one to watch for sure. I love diesels and bigger trucks!
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08-26-2025, 05:40 PM
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It's time you made a stand
OK, yes, I work pretty slowly.
But, I made an attachment to use my engine hoist to lift the cab off and a stand to set the cab on. Cab will now roll into my garage. Chassis will go to a friend building a mid 30s Chevy truck.
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10-26-2025, 04:34 PM
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Re: 1949 6400 - Dirty Deeds
Any more updates on this?
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10-27-2025, 11:47 AM
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Re: 1949 6400 - Dirty Deeds
Got sidetracked a little. I've got 23 cars on my property, so I spent some time tinkering on and cleaning up my 1948 Ford so I could get it sold. It's still a project for the next guy, but I wanted to at least show that it would run and drive and is largely complete.
I need to get down to owning about 9-10 cars when I move... I've also got a Miata that needs some electrical issues sorted out. My kid and I are almost done with that and then I can get back on the '49.
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