4eyes Posted November 16, 2018 Share Posted November 16, 2018 Thanks for adding me to the forum. I purchased this '85 Dually from California and plan a complete rebuild. The truck previously had a Cummins engine swap but no drivetrain came with purchase. It originally was powered by 460/auto combo. I'm gathering information and parts now. This project will be a lengthy one. But well worth saving a unique, piece of Bullnose history. I look forward to sharing this journey with this group. Thanks, Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4eyes Posted November 16, 2018 Author Share Posted November 16, 2018 Here's a couple more pics. I've located a pair of correct Dually fenders and taillights. Still need a tailgate though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ford F834 Posted November 16, 2018 Share Posted November 16, 2018 Welcome! That is a unique and cool truck, and Iām glad you are saving it š. What drive train do you intend to put in? Where are you located? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grumpin Posted November 16, 2018 Share Posted November 16, 2018 Welcome! That is a unique and cool truck, and Iām glad you are saving it š. What drive train do you intend to put in? Where are you located? Welcome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rembrant Posted November 16, 2018 Share Posted November 16, 2018 I've located a pair of correct Dually fenders and taillights. That would be the first thing I'd be doing too! Great looking truck. I love it. I don't really have a use for such an animal, but I'd still love to have one, and as a rule I love duallies anyway. Ā Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4eyes Posted November 16, 2018 Author Share Posted November 16, 2018 Welcome! That is a unique and cool truck, and Iām glad you are saving it š. What drive train do you intend to put in? Where are you located? Thanks, I'm leaning toward an IH DT466 with Eaton 6 speed swap. The simplicity, if there is such a thing, of a mechanical injection set up should allow for easier maintenance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4eyes Posted November 16, 2018 Author Share Posted November 16, 2018 Welcome! Thank you, very glad I found this forum. I stumbled upon it because of Gary's gauge needle paint demo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4eyes Posted November 16, 2018 Author Share Posted November 16, 2018 I've located a pair of correct Dually fenders and taillights. That would be the first thing I'd be doing too! Great looking truck. I love it. I don't really have a use for such an animal, but I'd still love to have one, and as a rule I love duallies anyway. I'm also a Ford Fox Body enthusiast. What better way to transport cars long distances than a period correct hauler? I picked these fenders up. The blue one's much thicker than the red/white one. I'm guessing it's either aftermarket or damage repaired. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Lewis Posted November 16, 2018 Share Posted November 16, 2018 I'm also a Ford Fox Body enthusiast. What better way to transport cars long distances than a period correct hauler? I picked these fenders up. The blue one's much thicker than the red/white one. I'm guessing it's either aftermarket or damage repaired. Welcome! Glad you found us! And that is a cool project. It will be a beast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ford F834 Posted November 16, 2018 Share Posted November 16, 2018 Thanks, I'm leaning toward an IH DT466 with Eaton 6 speed swap. The simplicity, if there is such a thing, of a mechanical injection set up should allow for easier maintenance. Wow!... wow... a DT466 is an impressive undertaking. The DT360 was one option that I looked at for my crew cab, but the 466 was/is ~way outside of my fabrication skill level to make it work. The New Holland 6.6 and 7.8 were also appealing, but would require deleting the cross member as well. I am really interested to see what you do... and I share your opinion on mechanical injection. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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