Truggy Build 3.0

[94Dodge Truggy]

Building a truggy from a 2004 Dodge Ram 1500. :eek:
Picked this up from Cincy Thouroubred Harley Davidson. Was a parts hauler till it got side swiped on the highway.
Parts that I will be keeping on the truck are part of the front end, most of the frame, motor, trans and cab. Sold most of what I am not using to help the funds. Still wondering if the cab should go or not.

Here is what I am currently thinking of using for this build.

97 Dodge dually Dana 60 front 4.10 gears welded (looking to upgrade shafts)

2004 GMC 2500 14 bolt 10.5 ring gear rear. Posi that I need to lock in some fashion.

Full hydro from PSC ? or homebrew

NP241 Rubicon t-case 4 to 1

1350 driveshafts. Have 2 fronts from JK builds that I will build up

42" Irok Stickies with Stazworks dual beadlocks (thanks Scott A)

Warn 8274 that I have had for quite a while

116" wheelbase possibly and shooting for under 5000 lbs.

4 link front with track bar, 3 link rear with track bar, 4" JK springs, looking into heim joint brands

[94Dodge Truggy]

Stripped the 1/2 ton bits away from the chassis. Lightening mode now.

[94Dodge Truggy]

Moved to the welding / fab area. Still shaving weight.

[jeepmanjeff]

NICE! Back on the trails soon?

[monkeystrong]

Too cool!

[Runoveru2]

This thing will be a beast

[93 Krawler]

Better take it easy on that 241. I've broken the case around the front output 4 times on mine. Decided to take a different route on the s10.

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[bbtank45]

Better take it easy on that 241. I've broken the case around the front output 4 times on mine. Decided to take a different route on the s10.

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Glad to hear you speak of the s10 again....any updates?

[93 Krawler]

I'll be ordering tube soon and getting busy on it. Been finishing up some stuff so i can get it done. Had to beef up the rzr since the truck will be down for a while. end hijack

[94Dodge Truggy]

Shaving a 14 bolt currently, adding a spool, new brake hardware and truss.

[jeepmanjeff]

hmmm...want to do another one? Call me...5132507941!

[94Dodge Truggy]

hmmm...want to do another one? Call me...5132507941!

Not really! It is not a major shave. Ring gear is still stock.

[94Dodge Truggy]

Better take it easy on that 241. I've broken the case around the front output 4 times on mine. Decided to take a different route on the s10.

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Was the rear a fixed yoke output? I have never seen a 241OR destroyed on the trail behind big hp. :thinking:

[93 Krawler]

I never had a problem with the rear, it was always the front output that cracked the case. I could still drive it after the front broke. Two of the four breaks were front drive shaft related. I broke one going up little Jagger , and the last one I'm not sure why it broke. I was on the waterfall at Harlan. These are 241 C, I know the one you're referring to is stronger but is the case stronger in that area. My transfer case I can get for $85 at any junk yards, but yours is a lot more expensive and harder to find.

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[94Dodge Truggy]

The front cover area is different in design and just the front case cover can be bought for 110.00 separately. Crossing my fingers.

[jeepmanjeff]

hey Kevin. when you order tubing let me know. I will order some as well with you so we can get a better discount. I get a Military discount at Ackerman as well.

[Drivermod]

The front cover area is different in design and just the front case cover can be bought for 110.00 separately. Crossing my fingers.

I have a Rubicon case that came out of my 05 LJ. Both halves of the case around the front output are cracked due to my front driveshaft ejecting at highway speed. The rest of its fine. I kept it for spare parts but sold the LJ. You are welcome to it if you think there is anything you can use off of it.

[94Dodge Truggy]

I have a Rubicon case that came out of my 05 LJ. Both halves of the case around the front output are cracked due to my front driveshaft ejecting at highway speed. The rest of its fine. I kept it for spare parts but sold the LJ. You are welcome to it if you think there is anything you can use off of it.

That's a deal! It will at least be good for parts. Will you be at the next meeting?

[WrenchMonkey]

Will you be at the next meeting?

(FYI, no December meeting, next isn't until January 11th...)

[Drivermod]

That's a deal! It will at least be good for parts. Will you be at the next meeting?

Probably not. Raising 7 kids I don't have much time for club stuff. I live in Union. Give me a call if you want to come get it. (859)786-9785

[94Dodge Truggy]

Mocking up suspension and links. 86" wide x 126" wheelbase. Machined a custom overdrive power steering pulley. Hit the mark!

[jeepmanjeff]

looking good!

[monkeystrong]

Mocking up suspension and links. 86" wide x 126" wheelbase. Machined a custom overdrive power steering pulley. Hit the mark!

This thing is going to be awesome!

[jeepmanjeff]

Stopped by today and it is really looking good!

[94Dodge Truggy]

Suspension is tacked in and front bumper is being built.

[Runoveru2]

Hurry up !! The prime time to play is getting near !!jammin

[94Dodge Truggy]

Moved 1 foot forward and 1 foot backward for the 1st time in 4 months. Few things have changed while in the process of building. Went with coilovers all the way around and did not cut as much off of the lower doors as I was planning on doing. Going to weigh the vehicle next week. Only a few major things that are keeping it off the trails currently. Front driveshaft needs to be lengthened 1.9", finish welding in the links points, add bed skins,
recovery gear, spare tire etc...

[94Dodge Truggy]

Looking at where I thought the build would go on my 1st page of this thread. :rotf:

My 5000 lb. goal will be tough to keep.
Ran Fox 2.0's all the way around.
PSC full hydro with modded stock pump and custom pulley.
4 link with track bar up front but dual triangulated rear.
Exo-caged.
12000 lb winch
1410 rear driveshaft

[Smiddy24]

Ahhhh so nice to see another full-size rig out on the trails with us! Can't wait to see how it does. Looks very good!!:thumbup:

[jeepmanjeff]

Gonna make Rush this weekend?


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[94Dodge Truggy]

Gonna make Rush this weekend?


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Maybe in October.

A few more pics of the progress.

[93 Krawler]

Go to Harlan with us in october

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[94Dodge Truggy]

Go to Harlan with us in october

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As long as it is not during a busy event such as the shine crawl I may be in. I want to cover some ground.

[93 Krawler]

As long as it is not during a busy event such as the shine crawl I may be in. I want to cover some ground.

We usually go a week or 2 before the fall crawl. Set for Oct 5-7