I think you're right JR.  I certainly don't want to spend all the money and time required to get the proper ratio in there and then just have to break it open again to replace parts once I apply all of that twist to the rear.

I do hate it when this one decides to slam into lock on a wet road or in one of those notorious mulch beds. 

I know you've mentioned yours eats rear tires Don, but at least you know it's locked.

Done!

Don,

It always hurts to lose a buddy.  Praying for God's peace in your family's life right now.  Peace be with you brother.

I sent her the pic of yours.  The ball is rolling!

Quote from: rpar86 on November 06, 2015, 12:36:32 AM

Don, I think I've read that 18" is the size to stick with because the 17" tires can't carry as much weight and there's less selection in a 17". I may be wrong though.

I thought it was the other way around

Anyone care to comment?

I was wrong about something decades ago, so I might have just done it again! ;-))

The availability by size greatly depends on brand.  It would be really hard to say for sure.  It does seem that 37s are a bit hard to find in an 18.  It is very true that the 18's usually carry a higher load capacity than an equivalent 17.  I'm very happy with my new Toyo R/Ts in a 35x12.5R18.

I'll extract that immediately! 

Thanks for the compliments guys.  It turned out well, but now the wife and kids want steps!

Can't wait to see you scratch that paint up doing what Sarge was meant to do.

I should clarify.  The first was rebuilt (new pistons, rings, ect.) due to excessive use of oil.  1.5 t o2 quarts per 1000 miles.  The second was due to technician error.  A snap ring came loose scoring #2 cylinder.  Dealer replaced the entire engine.  After the first oil change on the new motor the oil consumption was back.  1 quart of oil per tank of fuel. 

I believe it was tied to displacement on demand.  Have you ever followed a full-sized GM truck or SUV down the highway and seen a puff of smoke when they accelerate after a long down grade or flat section of highway?  Anyway, that 5.3 LOVED oil and I was sick of hearing.  "That's normal for this motor." or "Don't worry about it, it is within spec."  A new truck that burns that much oil doesn't work for me.  I traded for this Cummins and have been very pleased.  These new Ram trucks have come a long way.

I'm a DOT on my own thread!

These are the R/Ts.  Super quiet so far Ken, can't tell much difference in these and the Firestone Transforce HTs that were on it.  Even my wife commented on how quiet they are. 

I'll get some better pics of them for you all.  I ended up buying from treaddepot.com good price and service.

Congrats Don!  Amazing work as always.

Meguiars cleaner wax is the perfect finishing touch.  I think you'll be amazed by the eraser.  Just get the corner ramp and start working on those spots. 

70 on anything but calm water is downright scary.

Those Navee guys wearing the trident...those guys...

Well they liked to play around with we Armee Spec-ops pilots. One of their favorite traps we'd fall into was to invite us out for a nice little boat ride. Well, out of those boat rides, most pilots suffered some sort of trauma, and one guy broke a leg.

Going fast on water is like, well, what is it like...Well maybe like jumping off the roof of your house into the lawn about 30 times a minute...for awhile

I don't like no fast boats!

But yours is nice!

Like any vehicle it often isn't prudent to run as fast as they will go.  That fear can help keep us alive!

Thanks Don!  I also like the look of the Open Country RT.  I might give them a shot.

http://toyotires.com/tire/pattern/open-country-rt-on-off-road-rugged-terrain-tires?cat=10

The last time I had my boat out I pulled it home in the rain and needless to say it was a mess.  It was late and I did't bother cleaning it up.  I'm sure you've all dealt with road grime it can be hard to get off and add to that the turd line (as I like to call it) from Lake of the Ozarks and you have a real mess on your hands.

So the boat has been sitting for a week with all that crud just getting baked on.  I've also picked up several marks from docks, shoes, and the bow roller on this spring's fishing trips. 

So after Church today I set out to get it clean.  I know everyone has their favorite products, I usually just stick to a high quality boat wash and wax as well a good vinyl cleaner (I really like Mothers).  Recently after a good soapy wash I've been looking for something to take off light scratches, stains and marks. I've discovered Magic Eraser works amazingly well.  You can now find it in the autocare section in most stores.  It will remove light surface scratches, marks from docks, shoes, your bow roller, stains and oil residue, as well as the dirt that makes deeper scratches show up more.  Over all I've been amazed with how well it works. I would recommend an application of a quality wax or polish after extensive use of the eraser as it can seem to leave a slight haze in areas that require a lot of elbow grease. 

Many of you may already be using it, but if you aren't give it a shot. It's a good item to have on hand.

Nice looking New Ram. I will add that I have a backflip and love it. My son stands on it to wash the roof of my truck.

Lookin' great Don!  Following all of your builds for a long time.  I've learned a lot that I may never use, but the longer this goes on the harder I look at some of those old square Chebbys I pass on my way to and from work.  Keep up the great work.  I can't wait to see Square D rolling under it's own power.

Good folks at Hanson in my experience.  Not cheap, but they seem to want to please the customer.

Gracious and Loving God, I ask for your wisdom and strength for Weston's doctors.  Peace and comfort for Weston and the family and friends affected by the illness.  Strengthen him and all of us so that we may be your light in the world.

AMEN