Alright guys... time to start the build thread on this one..... heres the lowdown end goal and of parts I already have....
End goal: Somewhat stock appearing M-715 (no huge tires sorry, no spring-over axle, no crazyiness unfortunately).... Daily driven capable.... steers and stops like a modern 1-ton... with just a few too many leafs. (Hence why the m715 is known also as a 5/4 ton). Motor will stay OEM power wise... (as I have a baby 11" clutch)
1991.5 Cummins 5.9L 6BT (VE Rotary)
1993 Ford ZF S542 5 Speed Transmission
Married Ford Np205.. which will be twin sticked and also have my original m715 NP200 E-brake drum housing machined to fit the new NP205.
Ford Dana 60 HP King Pin Front Axle (1988 F350)
Ford Sterling 10.25 Rear Axle (1988 F350)
Disc brakes in all 4 corners (sterling disc conversion)
Hydroboost off of a 2010+ F250/350
Enjoy the ride!
Night I got it home off the transporter from Grand Rapids, MN...
Back to my home base in my own shop
Broken down and the hard top off and windshield hinged down
OEM Dash
Prestine bed and all the correct bumperettes and shackles
Non-numbers matching jeep tornado 230 (oem equipment)
Its replacement... 1991.5 Cummins VE
Disassemble Time