In 1984 I had a 1979 Ramcharger, I put a 440 from a 1972 Fury Police car in it, lifted it a total of 14 inches and ran a set of 44 Monster Muddrs under it. It was a beast in the Florida mud and sand.

Watching Hollie learn the intricacies of sloppy column shifts made me laugh! Good on young Rudy knowing the tricks!

In 1980 I bought a 1976 Dodge Ramcharger with a 360 in it despite the 360 and full time 4 wheel drive it still got 18 mpg on the highway, 16 around town, that is until I started modifing it but even then it still got 13-14 mpg. It still got better gas mileage than every full size 4x4 i've owned since. That truck was very capable truck off road and believe me, I was not gentle with it. I loved that truck. I actually bought a second one with a 400 in it that I left stock.

So excited for this. The other teams don’t stand a chance! 😊🤘🏻

We have had a few Ramchargers in the family. The 360 and the 318 both got around 12 MPG. The 440 4-speed got about 7 MPG whether it was towing a trailer full of horses or not.

I had an 82 sheriff truck Ramcharger for a few years. It was only a project truck, and I'm in a jeep JK daily now, but I miss how giant and effortless than thing was to drive, even with the 318. Having another one, preferably with all the seals intact and minus all the Michigan rust, with a built 360, is definitely something I want. And they made them relatively unchanged for what 30 years, and they're still pretty much a sleeper truck on the market.

Had a brand new Ramcharger in 1979. I prefer the earlier ones with removable roof. (Getting very hard to find) I loved the NP203 T case with full time 4WD. Locking center diff was cutting edge at that time. They only moved away from that because of fuel economy.

I drove one of those for a few years when I was a snowboard bum living in Winter Park, CO. It was a BEAST.

Rudy like I told Holly before I would only FIX this truck. Do not cut it, do not put 1 tons and 40s on it. Keep her stock, a little lift and 33s maybe 35s but I wouldn't do more than that

I was wondering what the plan was for this. Looks like I'll still be wondering😂

Super excited for this, my grandfather had one of these when I was a kid and it was my favorite thing ever. We drove that thing everywhere. Hope it come out awesome.

High octane helps prevent spark knock. Advance the base timing by a degree or two on the distributor to actually benefit from high octane. Some vehicles like more than one or two degrees, but I believe you’ll do best with that particular engine between 9-10° BTDC. Make sure you disconnect any vacuum or electronic timing advance components before setting the time or it’ll be off. It’s a free mod that’ll help your power output. Also, if you already know that sort of thing, my apologies!

Dodge had really well sorted out trucks , Rod Hall & Walker Evans were dominating Baja , I hada 89 Cummins I ran past 670k miles great trucks !

Going to be an interesting build. Can't wait to see what you do with it.

I guess I have to get mine running now. Thanks for the inspiration! Cant wait to see what yall do with it.

My 79 had an old Rancho 3.5” lift on it when I bought it. It fit 33s but soon learned full lock off camber will stuff the turn side tire into the fender. Now I’m on 35s with a Skyjacker 6” lift. Swapped to 80-84 part time axles. I swapped in a magnum 360, NV4500 and Dana 300. I’ve wheeled it that way the last 12 yrs. Moab 4x, all over NV, CA, AZ and Baja. Just refreshed LSD in the 9.25 and an Aussie locker in the 44. Rewiring it finally, original owner made a mess of it over the years and I’m tired of fixing it. Got a soft top, needs a cage. They’re never really done.

Can’t go wrong with them old Dodges, I have an 89 Dodge Ram D100 3.9 v6 2wd and been driving it since 2012

Yes! Always wanted to see one of these get built!

My first car was a 1964 Dodge dart GT, and it had seat belts! Seat belts were not a new thing in 87.

Back in the day when they had cool hood ornaments. My era. The vehicles of that day not only like the higher octane, but ethanol is bad news for them. Back in the day with carburated engines, one would take the car out onto the freeway and "blow out the bugs". Those big V-8's didn't like slow city traffic. Had to get out there and exercise the engine. Remember the instructions Rudy, no sharp turns (meant don't do donuts).. The suspension could roll you over.

I think my 2014 Ram needs one of those hood ornaments. That’s gotta add like 10-15 hp.

Can't wait to see this project come together. I've owned 3 of these beasts and always wanted to see what a built one could really do.

Holly has really grown on me. Now I appreciate all her knowledge of wheeling from seeing her spotting for Matt at the wrecker games. GO Holly!!... you to Rudy. Lol..

I loved the 1986 Dodge Ram Charger I had. Little 318 with a 2 bbl carb. Last year before they came out with Fuel Injection. It got 8 mpg, whether I was driving it on the freeway or around town, but it could climb up the side of a tree. Short wheelbase made it very easy to drive in twisty trails.

Nice. Thanks for having content right after wrecker games.

Pretty cool! I miss my 1975 Ramcharger. It only had a 318 but I wheeled the heck out of that thing as it was my first 4x4 back in 1990. I look forward to see what you do with this one.

One of my best friends growing up that we lost to the big c 10 yrs ago had one of these. We took it everywhere! This brought back some great memories. Thanks RAD!!

A little road trip with Holly, Walter and Rudy would be a hoot. Especially with a bit of off roading. 👍

Nice ride!!! Always wanted one of those. Enjoy it!!! Looking forward to seeing what you guys turn it into. Later.

Bro badass ramcharger. Stoked on this build

I always wanted one of those. I like the architecture.

Love navigating the river gorge! Class C motorhome then again on motorcycle we’re my favorites! Wild rides!

Looks like a pretty solid rig right there.

Other than my FJ40 Landcruiser, I have always loved the Ram Chargers. My son had one and my best friend too... Can't wait to see how you build it.

I owned one the last year 02 the front tires were offset from the rear and the truck had an 318bit was a beast went through snow with ease I loved the truck

Ramchargers are awesome, excited to see one built

Great video!! Love those old machines!! They were built with real metal!! Not nearly as many bells and whistles but that's a good thing.. fewer things to go wrong!! LOL!! I'm excited to see what you do to it!!!

Good choice bro! I always wanted to do a RamCharger, Have Fun!!!

As I recall per Lone Wolf McQuade all you need to do is pour some of your beer on the dash and it'll go anywhere lol.

I had a 83 ram charger and compared to my dad's 79 bronco the ram had a much more comfortable ride,it's perfect for us bigger boys and it was awesome offroad one of my favorite 4x4's I've owned. Can't wait to see what happens with this build.

@14:12 not a flaw,those arm rests are adjustable,you can move them up towards the back.. My Dad had 2 RamChargers he bought new one 76 the other a 85...Truly awesome off road beasts they were tough to beat off road!

We lost a fuel pump in a rig a little older than this. The looks we got re entering town with a gas can strapped to the wipers was amazing. Gravity fuel pumps are an amazing lost art.

I love the old Ramchargers. Ive had 3 of them and this makes me want to find number 4

Love going up unknown obstacles with STREET TIRES - COWABUNGA!!

That paved part of that frontage road where you got off at carp elgin, exit 100 is actually part of the original I15.

Bet this is going to be an interesting build, can't wait to see what your going to do.

Great video and we love the new truck! We bought a ‘75 pop top Trailduster with a 440 in Visalia CA, drove back to LA for a few days then Vegas via Lucerne Valley, cruised the L.V. Strip on 33” muds & 6” lift then on to the Hoover dam & Albuquerque via Route 66. Next destination was Denver then Kansas City before heading northeast almost to Detroit, Columbus, Cleveland and Pittsburgh before driving down to Baltimore where we put the Trailduster on a boat to New Zealand where we live. I hope you have as many cool adventures in your new truck as we have, keep the videos coming, Kev & Karen

i can't even wTCH THIS VIDEO i IS SO jealous!!!

I love those old Ram Chargers and I can't wait to see this thing more often

Love Ram Chargers!! I owned 86 Ford Bronco. Very capable vehicles.

Sweet. Another project video ❤

I've driven many miles in RamChargers. Great vehicles!!!!

Great video guys....Awsome content and cam shots & editing great.....thanks for sharing this with us

The RADcharger looks great!

I am looking forward to the next video to see what you guys have planned for this dodge

My first vehicle that I purchased was a Plymouth Trail Duster. It's the sister vehicle to the Ram Charger. Stock on 33s it would go anywhere.

That thing is awesome

YES please build this truck!!

Had a ‘79 and an ‘86! Great truck

In the early 80s I had a 1975 Ramcharger, 318, stick. It was a beast, but felt a little heavy at times. I've driven the Virgin River Gorge area on I-15 both ways a few times. Beautiful road. Even got to be a passenger through there once and really gawk.

I had a 77 with a full removable top it was awesome

I swar I have seen this video already. lol. Those old Ram Chargers are pretty bad ass.

5:45 feels like the couple in the next parking slot is jazzin .. making a u-tooob / in-person connection. 👍😎✊

Rudy, We need more content! Even if they are short videos. Love your channel

That’s a great rig for an off road build keep it going

Been wondering what happened to the Ram Charger. Last I saw of it was Holly’s version of this trip like three months ago. Hopefully this means you guys are going to be doing something with it in the near future.👍

Seat belts were optional equipment until the mid 60's. Shoulder harnesses were mandatoried about the late 60's but inertia reels were only in Volvos. 74 cars had seatbelt interlocks which were ruled unconstitutional and removed. By the 80's all cars had seatbelts and shoulder harnesses in the front driver and passenger seats but only belts in the back. I had an 89 Ranger that had a seat belt only in the middle front seat position (bench seat truck) with no headrestraint. My 89 Mustang LX had seat belts only in the back (No shoulder restraint).

Looks like its going to be a fun project!

Nice truck! That hill climb was actually impressive.👍

Oh nice thats a great ride.

Them ramchargers are beasts they are good at getting through about anything

sooooo much fun going on here!! loved that we got to go along for the ride.

Can't wait to see what you have in store for this old gem!

Looking forward to the build

Got yourselves a new toy! And Walter fits in it. Lets see him drive it some, before and after the mods. Love to hear his comments on the before and after operation. Good luck with it.

Some of those old late 80's early 90's pushrod V8's with electronic ignition and fule injection were great cars and fun to drive. I owned an 89 Mustang LX convertible with the 5.0 and it got 25mpg on a drive from California to Denver. The wide tires didn't like the ice and snow much though. It rained and snowed all across Utah and into Colorado. That was fun.

Mighty Thor, I meant Rudy amazing job and awesome content. Longtime supporter.,.. I've been waiting for a collab with mischief / Halley....

I have a 78, they are beasts!

I had a 1984 ram charger. I miss that thing so much. Had swapped axles from a jeep under it. Nothing could go anywhere.

Ramcharger is very capable from factory. my father had a few when i was growing up. with 42" tires and lockers there pretty unstoppable, but very top heavy.

I loved my '83 Ramcharger Prospector Package. I abused it and overworked it. The only problem I had was the dealer's service dept. They screwed up more than they fixed. I had to let 'er go when I got T-boned by a red light runner.

YES YES YES! My dad had one which I was going to fix and drive but unfortunately our property manager made us get a rid of it, I miss that thing.

I love my 93 RamCharger!

Love these trucks. My mom had an 86 RC fully loaded Royal SE with the 360 V8 and factory rollbar. Sadly after owning it for over 30 years she had to let it go for financial reasons...wish she still had it.

you Guys are having way to mush Fun

I had an early 80's Ramcharger that I bought brand new. Some good memories and some bad (mechanical) I totaled it one day in a wreck on I-25 in Denver. The Black Bear diner was a good choice...we have a couple of them here in Colorado.

My dad had a Ramcharger when I was growing up, I'm looking forward to seeing where this project goes.

Great video! Thanks!

color correction and polish and alittle love that truck would pop! 👌🏾 in the rust belt them trucks are gone!

Nice seeing Walter getting some more camera time. Seems like a good genuine fella! He’s Family to my favorite little group of off roaders, so lets make him a regular!

Had a 74 Plymouth Trail Duster with a rebuilt 440 and that was a beast and you could remove the top on the older ones. I also built an 83 Ramcharger SE Royal with a built 360. It would pull the front tires. I'm sure it's still running around.

Great rig for ya 👍. I like it a lot 🤩.

I had one and it was a good vehicle

I’m definitely looking forward to the next video.

Walter. My wife had a ram charger and I had a full size blazer. I'm a big guy also. Both vehicles are big guy approved

My grandpa had a Ramcharger when I was little and I have great memories of goin down the road ridin in the back cargo area playin board games with my brother. That thing lasted forever, my uncle drove it for years after my grandpa passed, then he sold it to a neighbor who drove it for many years after that. They were tanks lol

Love the ramcharger smartest buy you've done makes me think of keeping my 77 ramcharger

Looks like a good time is coming!

My dad had a 87 that same exact color he got from New Mexico brought up to Michigan I remember it and wish I cld get one identical

I once drove an old RV from Pennsylvania to South Carolina. Although the brakes and tires looked okay, it had not been on a road trip in decades. My biggest concern was losing brakes on the downhill gorge runs. I planned on using brakes sparingly, downshift as needed, and basically driving extra slow for safety. The one thing I did not factor was that an empty RV driving down the highway acts as a brake much like a Thrust Reverer on a jet. I actually had to use the gas pedal to keep it at 55. 😂