2005 C4500 FIXING WHAT GM & MONROE SCREWED UP!PT1

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Жыл бұрын

THIS IS GOING TO UPSET A LOT OF FOLKS BUT HERE IS THE REALY....THIS TRUCK HAS NEVER HAD THE POWER AND TOQUE THAT A TRUCK THIS SIZE SHOULD. IT DOESNT TOW WELL. FUEL MILEAGE IS AWFUL. THE MONROE DUALLY BED IS MADE POORLY. THE OUSTSIDES ARE FIBERGLASS AND WAVY. THE BED IS TOO HIGH FOR ANY PRACTICAL USE. I AM ALWAYS WATCHING MY TRAILER DOESNT SMASH THE TOP RAILS WHEN I HAVE A GOOSENECK OR 5TH WHEEL HOOKED UP. THE BED MOUTING SUB FRAME WAS CONFUSING TO ME. SOLID MOUNTED IN THE CENTER AND A SINGLE RUBBER MOUNT FRONT AND BACK. THE TRUCK RIDES AWFUL. THE "LINK" REAR AIR SUSPENSION ENGINEERING AND GEOMETRY COULD HAVE BEEN DONE SO MUCH BETTER. USED THE FACTORY BUMP STOPS AND A SHORT AIR BAG. THIS LEFT LIMITED TRAVEL. THE TRUCK WAS CONSTANTLY BOTTOMING OUT ON THE BUMP STOPS. SHORT AIR BAG WITH LIMITED TRAVEL REQUIRES MORE AIR PRESSURE TO KEEP IT FROM BOTTOMING OUT....MORE AIR PRESSURE IS A ROUGHER RIDE. THE BRAKE WARNING SYSTEM ON THESE TRUCKS IS A CONSTANT ISSUE. THE BRAKES THEM SELVES ARE GOOD AND HANDLE A LOADED TRAILER WELL.
SO HERE WE GO....WE ARE GOING TO BUILD THE TRUCK THAT GM SHOULD HAVE! THIS IS GOING TO BE A VERY LONG VIDEOS SERIES AND TAKE AN EXTREMELY LONG TIME TO COMPLETE. IT WONT BE CHEAP BUT IT WILL BE WHAT I NEED AND WANT THE TRUCK TO BE. THE BIG QUESTION STILL REMAINS......IS IT ALL WORTH IT?

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@bryanmichaud16 Жыл бұрын

You mentioned that you were fixing everything that GM did wrong, from what I can tell you are putting it back to what GM originally built and the secondary vendor messed up. I have a 05 5500 ex U haul truck with the gas motor. This truck has been the best purchase that I have ever made, after cutting the frame and adding a 16 foot flat bed it performs great every time I use it. I’m glad to see you making the the truck you need rather going to buy what someone else is trying to sell, that is what got you to this spot in the first place. Good luck!

@j.c.smithprojects Жыл бұрын

keep watching. you will see what i mean by fixing everything gm did wrong. the old uhaul c5500's are very capable trucks for a gas engine. i would say far better than the only other available truck its size at that time which was a ford f450 v10. dont misunderstand, the cab is why i bought the truck....the rest of it was not what i wanted. i knew if i bought it and kept it long enough, i would be doing this build.

@bryanmichaud16 Жыл бұрын

@@j.c.smithprojects as you mentioned the cab space and how high it sits on the road helps with visibility, I weigh in at 12,500lbs unloaded that makes a big difference with handling when hauling on the truck or with a trailer. Good luck with the build!!

@zachwisler9976 Жыл бұрын

JC, I always enjoy hearing you break things down like you did with everything on this truck. Can’t get enough of your builds man! 👍

@Mike-xt2ot Жыл бұрын

Making that truck work for you will definitely be a great series to watch. Thanks

@donlorinsharp 9 ай бұрын

That's how we do nothing is perfect for everyone. We buy something that is close enough in the important ways and then fix what's broke.

@downrightme6811 Жыл бұрын

I love that you and your wife work well together. It’s definitely a match made in heaven ❤

@Daves_adventures4315 Жыл бұрын

Lol you’ve made it clear how much you dislike this truck

@jasonservary477 Жыл бұрын

Right almost flat out hates that truck

@jordanbigg34 Жыл бұрын

Ain’t he tho 😂

@donlorinsharp 9 ай бұрын

Yeah, but he loves it enough to make you pay him to trade your stuff with his. I mean, is it quality or junk?

@jerrywarter Жыл бұрын

JC…. just do it the way you want it done. I’ve always enjoyed the videos that you’ve been posting. This is just as good as your previous videos. Thanks so much for sharing and being so honest about everything that you’ve done to this point.

@nickhildabridle1612 Жыл бұрын

I am super excited to see this build. I always learn so much from you. I also enjoy that you are so detailed oriented and things matter to you. Thanks for bringing this type of project to your channel.

@j.c.smithprojects Жыл бұрын

it the lack of attention to details that made this truck wrong.

@slider4511 Жыл бұрын

Always a treat to watch your vlog's, I called my brother to let him know that you are starting a new project. I gotta say that I enjoy that my brother and I can talk because I am much older than he is and until I started watching your platform we didn't talk all that much. But over the past 3 years we talk after ever episode now. And I thank you for that brother. As always sending blessings from my family up here in the foothills of Mt Rainer, Washington state.

@j.c.smithprojects Жыл бұрын

wow......i dont think there is a better compliment a man could get. bringing brothers together over trucks......life is good!

@JT-sz7xc Жыл бұрын

Hi JC. I’m going to enjoy this build, I’m sure this truck will be awesome when your done.

@davidbryant3532 Жыл бұрын

Build? This is NOT a Build...damn

@ptaszek1983 Жыл бұрын

That truck looks so much better without the back on it! Can’t wait to see this series!

@richardhoneywell7411 Жыл бұрын

Great video J.C.Smith this truck is going to be an interesting build. Looking forward to your next video on this truck stay safe Mr & Mrs J.C.Smith.

@SumterWrecker Жыл бұрын

Mr JC Looking forward to this project. Thanks for sharing and stay safe

@j.c.smithprojects Жыл бұрын

nice to see you here mr. hal.

@brianherron5400 Жыл бұрын

Ready to see this build. Have a great evening, JC and Mrs Smith.

@bobleeswoodshop7919 Жыл бұрын

Hey JC ,Love the videos, they remind me of the days that I loved playing in my garage. I have my wood shop! But I enjoy see what can be done with the big truck stuff.REGARDS BOB LEE

@j.c.smithprojects Жыл бұрын

i love wood work as well. i use to build my own kitchen cabinets, my own 6 panel doors, and more. i have all my equipment in storage as i have a not set up a workshop here.

@Chr.U.Cas1622 Жыл бұрын

Dear J.C. Smith projects family. 👍👌👏 Uuuuh, this is very interesting. Selling all those very special parts will give you a lot of budget to build what you really want/need/like. This double cab dually pickup truck is definitely bigger than I thought it is. I'm eagerly looking forward to watch the next part of the series. Please nevertheless don't forget Misses Smith's micro dump truck. Thanks a lot for making teaching explaining recording editing uploading and sharing. Best regards, luck and especially health to all of you.

@robstruckshop80 Жыл бұрын

The day my last 4500-8500 series GM got sold was a great day for me. I agree with you on the Duramax, the crappy GM van interior and the lousy wiring harness and ABS/brake wiring. The weight was a problem for me trying to run them commercially and legally- my 03 Duramax dump had a 16k GVWR and a curb weight of just over 13k with a driver- so it was pretty useless if you wanted to run legal. Looking forward to the series!

@j.c.smithprojects Жыл бұрын

i promise you....this will not be useless when i am done.

@anthonyrichardson108 5 ай бұрын

I'm glad I found your channel. I have an 04 C4500 and its fun to drive

@ydocproductions5593 Жыл бұрын

Looking forward to the build J.C. I’m in the same boat as you, Duramax isn’t my first choice when it comes to diesel. Hopefully when your done with it you’ll be able to enjoy it a little more cause the truck has a lot of potential to be the perfect hauler. Take care.👍

@randyjackson4282 Жыл бұрын

This going to be a very interresting series one of my brothers has a truck just like it .i am going to get him watch this! I do really enjoy watch someone do projects that done correctly

@roxastherogue Жыл бұрын

I’m super excited about this build. I love these trucks but goodness I never knew about them like you did.

@ytbeh1 Жыл бұрын

This will be so interesting to watch! Looking forward to upcoming episodes! Also, as a european (living in Sweden) this is highly exotic. The american car/truck fleet is completely different from what we have here. A truck/pickup of that size is nothing we have here.

@Prariedog Жыл бұрын

Nice build .looking forward to your next video . Thanks for sharing 👍

@glenvanbavel8710 Жыл бұрын

Should be an awesome build , love your videos and thanks for sharing

@bluesdude235 Жыл бұрын

Keep up your hard work, the misses too. I enjoy your videos

@shanemcdonald4956 Жыл бұрын

Great video.Can’t wait for the following build videos

@dakotamcclure6165 Жыл бұрын

I think it's a cool truck but I know your gonna do something even better. Definitely gonna be looking forward to this series

@Islandsaw Жыл бұрын

So fired up for this video series. I have the same truck with about the same list of likes and dislikes. Can’t wait to see what you come up with.

@j.c.smithprojects Жыл бұрын

its going to hurt some feelings im sure.

@haroldphipps3457 Жыл бұрын

@@j.c.smithprojects now I KNOW I'm going to like this series!!

@michaelhartloff3833 Жыл бұрын

I love watching professionals work

@jimcrichton8028 Жыл бұрын

What an enjoyable start, looking forward to seeing your ideas take shape. So interesting.

@HODGEPODGEDODGEGARAGE Жыл бұрын

I really like that "C" style cab that GM made. It's comfortable how you set up tall and can see out easily. I'm with you 100% about ditching the Duramax. Enjoyed the video very much JC 🙂👍

@haroldphipps3457 Жыл бұрын

Howdy friend !! 😁

@spoonfind583 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for filming this conversion. Wow, that truck was nothing more than a street cruiser. They took the truck out of it.

@recon66661 Жыл бұрын

Can’t wait bring on the videos ! Thanks for sharing!

@mastertech7104 Жыл бұрын

looking forward to the build. As always, it's going to be great.

@tpanal 5 күн бұрын

Husband and wife duo goes hard

@seandurgin Жыл бұрын

Love these builds!

@dirkkelly9596 Жыл бұрын

Nice project JC, make it what you want I’m sure going to watch 👍👍

@KrazyGoodMods Жыл бұрын

I'm always leery of aftermarket upfitters. The quality is usually pretty shoddy. At the dealership I work for, we got a couple Express conversion vans through that were done by Explorer. Seems like everything was held in place with self tapping sheetmetal screws. The exhausts didn't clear the plastic fenders, so they ended up melting them(added tips to remedy it). Also had to move the anchors for a cooler because it wouldn't latch. I feel bad for whoever has to work on them down the road.

@j.c.smithprojects Жыл бұрын

agreed.

@gregstowing9294 Жыл бұрын

We are definitely not Duramax fans either. Looking forward to more of the series.

@randydobson1863 Жыл бұрын

hello jc & mrs smith its is randy and i like yours video is cool & good jc & mrs smith 2005 c400 fixing and gm ,,,,,,, and i hope can seen the truck to the end . ( me color is candy apple red paint ) and the best luck with the v4500 gm thanks jc and mrs smith friends randy

@localinthe330 Жыл бұрын

Great video.....man I can't wait to see the transformation on this already bad a♤♤ rig!

@fredclarijs7370 Жыл бұрын

Nice you got me with this one boss👍👍🛠🛠

@curtismoncus4118 Жыл бұрын

Can’t wait to see what you do with it

@TheBrokenLife Жыл бұрын

Looking forward to the 15 liter swap! 😉

@j.c.smithprojects Жыл бұрын

hahaha!!

@c50ge Жыл бұрын

At 10:52. Cell phone on tire. Reminds me of one of my personal don’ts never set ANYTHING of value on a bumper, on top of car or anywhere it would fall off.

@406garage3 Жыл бұрын

I'm actually surprised you still have it 😂

@morgansword Жыл бұрын

Keeping it to myself rather than open my mouth and prove I am a idiot... but think your doing the right thing as well and kinda know what your intentions are JC... this is no kids job but glad to see some more of this welder you acquired

@gavinb9627 Жыл бұрын

I hope you have a stampede buyers waving cash to relieve you of all the unwanted parts, get them all out of your way. I am very interested in what you will repower it with. Thanks for all the great videos.

@thomascarl4721 10 ай бұрын

Thank God you got rid of that stupid bed I have a simple flatbed on my 4500 4x4 I love it

@jimanderson4495 Жыл бұрын

Of course I like this BIG TIME! And I’m along for this C4500 journey.

@eddiepatterson5025 Жыл бұрын

Looking forward to seeing the next video on this project

@toddarcher9338 Жыл бұрын

Looking forward to this build!

@hollandduck79 Жыл бұрын

Hello from the Netherlands. thanks for the video JC. Sincerely Hollandduck

@zweg1321 Жыл бұрын

I always wanted one of those trucks but after your thoughts I agree

@seanwalsh999 Жыл бұрын

I had this C4500 Kodiak Monroe lowered version. The brakes were excellent, the turning radius fantastic but the ride was horrible as it was stock springs all around. Whish it had the air-ride suspension but I don't know if it ever came in a lowered option. I loved the look but the ride was rough.

@dylantrimble799 Жыл бұрын

Hey J.C., really looking forward to this build series. Just picked up a c4500 in the last couple weeks so timing was perfect. Looking for a new set of mirrors if you have any leads or good places to buy. Budget conscious of course. I’m in ont Canada.

@davidcollver6155 Жыл бұрын

Seeing how you like things built I can understand disassembling this General Motors product. You got to build it the way you like it cuz you'll never buy it the way you want it. I've never had the expertise of doing that but I like it.

@Youralwayswhining4367 Жыл бұрын

Bought mine new in 07 with a Western haulers body. Ran the piss out of it hauling new f550's to Wyoming from ohio. Got rid of it last year, made money.

@Autocreatorz 5 ай бұрын

i have a 2008 4500 i like it i dont drive everyday with it it does not have a bed but i ended up putting one of thoes flat bed units on it with the hole for the goose hole i like it its 8 ft wide 12 ft long going to lowes or homedepot is a breeze to load also can fit 6 pallets up there i dont have the monroe conversion so the seats are that like that vinyl but i got one of thoes beds for the back seat, i also have the link air ride but a completely different kit mine is a arm from in front of rear axle to under the axle with u bolts and a good year bag in the back definitely works well it was a x ambulances so it was for that i assume for loading people, my frame is 11.5 feet behind the cab so i have the 12 foot flat bed

@staglione79 Жыл бұрын

Good stuff Mr, Mrs Smith, as always👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

@rons4778 Жыл бұрын

Did you notice the wet spot on the rear fuel line thank you from Australia for this interesting project

@j.c.smithprojects Жыл бұрын

yep

@rons4778 Жыл бұрын

@@j.c.smithprojects iff I had have waited I would have known the tanks were going I am looking forward to the build as it will turn out like all the others you have done excellent

@chubbrockds Жыл бұрын

Subscribed!!! Can’t wait to see this build hopefully you going cummins😂😂😂

@cesmith4566 Жыл бұрын

I just wanted to be the 900th person to say your ruining that truck! Nope it's yours do with it how you want!!! Love the content!

@j.c.smithprojects Жыл бұрын

those people had their chance to own it but they never ponied up the cash. now it is going to tow and ride like a truck really should.

@cesmith4566 Жыл бұрын

Never could see the use of a regular pick-up bed,especially on a truck that heavy. I'm sure you'll have that suspension worked out too !

@j.c.smithprojects Жыл бұрын

plan has changed hundreds of times before i started this project.....im sure it will change that many times or more during the build.

@haroldphipps3457 Жыл бұрын

I'm anxious to watch this build. Wasn't at all surprised to see "part 1" in the title! I've installed a ton of Link lift axles, and they are designed well. That air ride system is not. A Kelderman is a much better design, but for your use, the OEM leaf suspension will be better. Also anxious to see the KZfaq armchair fabricators come out of the woodwork during the frame modifications !!! Wondering if you can start a betting series on what power plant you will use ??? 😁

@j.c.smithprojects Жыл бұрын

i doubt anyone will guess all the different engines i am considering.

@haroldphipps3457 Жыл бұрын

@@j.c.smithprojects years ago a friend put an air cooled Deutz diesel in a Chevy square body crew cab. But he was a Deutz tractor dealer.

@daddyphatsax304 Жыл бұрын

I luv the look of these trucks personally. I would maybe be interested in that front tank if it is bigger than 22 gallons.

@j.c.smithprojects Жыл бұрын

i will look but i think the rear is 20 and the front is around 34?

@kwshilts Жыл бұрын

It is time to make yourself happy and all that includes. I will not miss any of your upcoming videos.

@dccheek7495 Жыл бұрын

I owned a commercial truck and trailer manufacturing facility for 28 years . I hated when a customer would tell us they were bringing us a Monroe to put a trailer on !

@TheHomePros6221 Жыл бұрын

This is gonna be awesome

@maizetina Жыл бұрын

Looking forward to this Jc ..

@dirtyroofer3678 Жыл бұрын

I just sold my 05 c4500 had a 8.1 with a Allison bucket truck 180k . Made a few bucks and passed it on . Your truck is nice maybe a good dump truck

@j.c.smithprojects Жыл бұрын

few people want a crew cab dump. might be an even harder sell.

@dirtyroofer3678 Жыл бұрын

@@j.c.smithprojects in Brooklyn lots of crew cab dump trucks , especially the roofers .

@j.c.smithprojects Жыл бұрын

i could see why that would be popular there.

@Diabolical58 Жыл бұрын

I was just scrolling looking to see if I missed this Here we go

@j.c.smithprojects Жыл бұрын

this will likely be one of the biggest and longest builds i have done. i have been planning this for years. hopefully i can stay close to my budget.

@Doogie_Causey Жыл бұрын

It's gonna be well worth it when finished

@ericdraper5417 Жыл бұрын

Love it I did the Cummins conversation with a 10 speed on my kodiak can’t wait to watch it

@j.c.smithprojects Жыл бұрын

might be a 6.7 might be an ism cummins, might be a cat 3126, dt466 or who knows. just depends on which i can make fit. i prefer a manual trans but an auto would be better for my wife to drive it if needed.

@ericdraper5417 Жыл бұрын

@@j.c.smithprojects that’s sweet I went threw the same thing on mine the 5.9 /6.7 fits really nice I started out with the 8LL trans then sealed that out for a 10 speed with the lower overdrive. .73 in 10th. Went with 3.73 gears and it tows really well. Mines a single cab with a 2020 ford bed it actually looks pretty good lol you have some great builds can’t wait to see what you do with it !! I have a m11 Cummins’s and a 13 speed I’d love to put in but would never fit lol. The little old 5.9 and 10 speed does ok

@j.c.smithprojects Жыл бұрын

i tow a good bit and when i do its heavy. my trailer weighs over 10k and i usually put 15-20k on it. the more gears the better. keeping the rpms in their optimum hp and torque range is what makes a great pulling and enjoyable truck to drive.

@ericdraper5417 Жыл бұрын

@@j.c.smithprojects Do you have any thoughts on the L10 Cummins ? I have a very low milage one 310hp I have one more rust free c5500 I would like to see if I could squeeze it and a 13 speed in that truck it would be a really good tow rig. We tow boats gross 40k at most with truck.

@j.c.smithprojects Жыл бұрын

i have one as well. i measured it. i think its too tall. over 49" i think it would be into the dash panel unless you lift the body 6". i am looking for the right 13 spd now. i want to climb the hills in southern ohio and west virginia at 65-70...not 25-35 like it is now.

@robertchristensen2633 Жыл бұрын

I'm ready for this,I got my snacks and drinks

@georgef1176 Жыл бұрын

One I love this truck. It needs a 4x4 conversion. I love it.

@j.c.smithprojects Жыл бұрын

i dont need 4x4 in this truck.

@justinraystyles3537 Жыл бұрын

That truck was done in my style!!😎

@jeffpistritto9524 10 ай бұрын

I had a 05 c4500 4x4 reg cab dump body but always wanted a crew cab 4x4 with the monroe bed .

@joes2085 Жыл бұрын

One more PRO to the C4500 or C5500 is the tight turning radius. The steer wheels are far from the centerline and can turn sharper

@jeffferanec4526 Жыл бұрын

I think U R doing a great justice getting rid of & cleaning house of all the sub-par components. Never would have guessed how poorly Monroe built this. Good luck & thank you for sharing. How is the super long Pete project coming together?

@j.c.smithprojects Жыл бұрын

we are waiting on a few more parts right now. once we have them, it will be full steam ahead. untill then, we need to continue to make progress on other work.

@glenharper3136 Жыл бұрын

This will a good series.

@OBS_Ford_Diesels_Inc Жыл бұрын

I like the plan for this truck so far. A pickup truck bed on a 4500 cab and chassis never made sense to me. Probably why trucks like this are non-existent in my area.

@j.c.smithprojects Жыл бұрын

the pickup bed is a yuppy toy....not for the working man.

@KevinMurano Жыл бұрын

Good for you holding your price. I would have caved and regretted it! Just being honest. Plus I would have to listen to my wife!

@robertalvarez9500 Жыл бұрын

Looks like fun

@ChainsawChuckSmallwood Жыл бұрын

This is going to be awesome! Can we see more on that f-100 in the garage also? Is it a 56? Can’t see the windshield lol.

@j.c.smithprojects Жыл бұрын

its a 53. video will come later.

@TheHomePros6221 Жыл бұрын

So I’m guessing your gonna add side tanks for the gas? Like a semi truck

@Canbechangedtwiceeveryfourteen Жыл бұрын

Dude I never listen to the radio either I’m always focused on listening to the truck

@strokendiesel002 Жыл бұрын

Nice project, I have a 06 5500 and it is nice that the trailer doesn't push it around. I'd like to talk about your seats if their not spoken for. Jimmy

@j.c.smithprojects Жыл бұрын

they are still available.

@strokendiesel002 Жыл бұрын

@@j.c.smithprojects do you have another public social platform that I could send you my phone number?

@j.c.smithprojects Жыл бұрын

j.c.smithprojects@gmail.com

@lanebigham6570 Жыл бұрын

I hope this truck makes you a LOT of money ( As I'm sure it will ) cause if ya couldn't sell it before I don't think you can sell now and recoup what you've put into it gotta keep it now. Best wishes to you and your skillfull endeavors.

@rirebel6029 Жыл бұрын

Had a brand new 2006 4500 2wd with the diramax st the first place I worked , it had a dump body and with a load on it rode awesome nit empty it was a buckone broncos

@tbirdage Жыл бұрын

Lookin forward to this. I’m certainly not a GM fan either and I know exactly what you mean. I bleed Blue and I like nothing whatsoever about a GM.

@justinraystyles3537 Жыл бұрын

I love this truck to me is beautiful id daily drive that!!😎💗💗

@donaldwilliams6821 Жыл бұрын

Can't wait to see the videos on this project! What engine are you putting in?

@j.c.smithprojects Жыл бұрын

Undecided at the moment.

@donaldwilliams6821 Жыл бұрын

@@j.c.smithprojects Understandable. I was thinking a nice CAT or cummings would go nicely in there. ;) I am looking forward to the suspension design as well. What was there is pretty primative and not well thought out as you demonstrated.

@j.c.smithprojects Жыл бұрын

plus it was a rigid steel beam. most o.e. air suspensions still used a leaf spring to help absorb the road.

@donaldwilliams6821 Жыл бұрын

@@j.c.smithprojects Seems like they just did a quick and dirty design and charged dearly for it.

@jdm1066 Жыл бұрын

I drove to Monroe in Wisconsin in 2006 to get side steps installed. When I finally found their shop after getting lost they laughed and said all the G.P.S. systems took people on a wild goose chase...I said WHY Didn't you tell me that when I called an hour ago? I should have known better and left but I had already driven 90 minutes there. The steps I wanted wouldn't fit even though the salesman told me it would. They broke one of my heated mirrors which I didn't notice until I was 30 minutes away, had to drive back and argue with them until they installed a new one. The wiring for the lights on the step weren't secured so when ice built up on them it ruined the lights. The company is a complete joke.

@mechanicmike1236 Жыл бұрын

Nice looking old Ford in your garage, I’m thinking a rollback in this build? Take care and stay healthy

@j.c.smithprojects Жыл бұрын

the plan changes daily.

@topline620 Жыл бұрын

I get it, you’re taking the fuel tanks out and removing the Duramax to make room for the batteries and the electric drive motor 😂😂👍🇬🇧

@maples328 Жыл бұрын

If you were in love with the engine, I could see it making sense. 🤷‍♂️

@robertphilpott5787 Жыл бұрын

Hi i have the same truck have some same issues but im going to keep the truck and remove the wrecker style flatbed from Monroe and put a stock box on if i can find one just for crusin around in a big pickup , have you seen any for sale on you rounds could use some help locating one Thanks Bp

@dachampguam5784 8 ай бұрын

I have a Monroe bed and willing to trade for the flatbed.

@ericcorse Жыл бұрын

I am surprised about the clearance issues with the bed I can only assume it was designed for towing a fifth wheel camper to be used by someone with too much money. This will be interesting.

@j.c.smithprojects Жыл бұрын

consider the source.....bad judgement and engineering all around.

@jimmycline4778 9 ай бұрын

A lot of people want these trucks especially low miles like yours , I think the only reason it didn’t sell was the color!

@j.c.smithprojects 9 ай бұрын

shoot, we can change that.

@masonthight8878 10 ай бұрын

I ask u I fill u r most honest in industry

@eppicshotgun1281 Жыл бұрын

Is it possible to move the axle forward on these trucks and just use the stock cross-member mounts? I wanna shorten a 5500 u-hual truck and im wondering how hard that would be for someone in their driveway.

@j.c.smithprojects Жыл бұрын

i have done a tone of axle moves on trucks. did the first 10 or so with a cordless drill and drill bits from 1/4" up to 5/8". drilling in steps. in hindsight, i would have rented a magnetic base drill. it would have saved so much time and is much easier on the body.