dieselfitter
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I haven't personally done one but I may be able to offer some insight. What transmission do you want to use?
Minnesota,Wisconsin,Iowa, Dakotas GTG's thread
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plowin-fire
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I bought a 2000 f250 with a bad engine with that thought in mind. Ended up building another 7.3 with some mods for cheaper than a cummins and conversion parts would have cost me. Have been very happy with it. It doesnt have the power that my old 12valve cummins did, 625hp, but this is more reliable and cheaper to run.
Hedgerow
HACK
Current tranny... 4 speed auto... That's why I thought a sub 250 HP 12 valve would fit the bill...
dieselfitter
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All the engines are good with the exception of the the old 6.2/6.5 GM. Even that engine was ok in a passenger car application(1/2 ton 2wd commuter) but nothing more. I am partial to the 5.9 because it provides the best mileage, the others are more engine than I need.
It rarely makes economical sense to re-power. It just has to be something you want, and have lots of time/money to finish the project.
Hedgerow, 2 or 4 wheel drive?
Hedgerow
HACK
4wd..
Just waiting for the gasser to get tired...
So far, ain't happened yet... And it's getting 12-14, so I ain't complaining...
Mileage is my main concern, not the HP...
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moody
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Happy to report that the 385 has arrived.......and its not pink
Hedgerow
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Well??? Does it run???
Did Scott put sawdust in the gas tank???
Did Scott put sawdust in the gas tank???
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moody
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It runs great. No saw dust needed for this one, its ported for work. I love it best money I've spent on a saw ( aside from the $50 it took to get the saw). I'll need to make the chain a little more agressive. It definitely has more sack than the 461 I took to the gtg
Finally have a chance to say my thank you's. (internet problems on my end) Thanks to everone for a good time on saturday. Looking forward to the next one.
andydodgegeek
The stool maker
Me and JD went to the council meeting for the Chisago county fair, held in Rush City, tonight and it looks very promising that we will be doing some chainsaw racing at their fair. We will keep you all posted as we learn more. We have so much fun doing it at the Burnett county fair in Grantsburg, heck why not do another fair. Who all is interested in attending?
Hedgerow
HACK
Me and Levi.... But I'll bet it ain't even the same week as Burnett...
Why do you torment me Andy????
Why???!!!!
andydodgegeek
The stool maker
I just googled the dates for the Chisago county fair and it said July 18-21. They were talking about us doing races on Saturday maybe after their parade. Again, we will let you know more when we find out more.
andydodgegeek
The stool maker
If they could just move Iowa then Minnesota and Missouri would be much closer.:msp_biggrin:
grandpatractor
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Should know in a day or two they said.
Looks like it would be July 20th from the way they were talking.
Looks like it would be July 20th from the way they were talking.
tree monkey
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but i posted pics, it had to happen
i pizzed in the tank:msp_w00t:
i put a few parts in it, i'll let you know what you still owe when i get time
happy you like it
Derrick Johnson
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Should be able to pull a pretty good crowd. I know I will be there hauling a trailer load of saw... GTG trailer almost done, will be ready for Iowa.....
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moody
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Ran 3 tanks through it today, it was awesome. Hedge didn't bother it. Played around on a 40 inch cottonwood. Oh did I say it was loud ? I'm freezing,wet and still happy about it. I do need to make the chain more agressive, that same chain was too much for it stock.
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moody
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Beefie
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What is that sopose to mean? What would be the competition? Besides I have yet to get to Andy and Sarahs. Looks like I missed out on a good weekend. I had to go down for my cousins son's 5th birthday. He has Hydrocepholis, and has maken big strides. I don't think he will ever talk but he understands what you are saying.
Beefie
andydodgegeek
The stool maker
The Race is on!!! JD got word from the Chisago county fair board that we are invited to come to the fair and do some racing. The date is Saturday July 20 at 4:30pm. I hope we can get a good showing. I will probably bring a dozen or two saws with.:msp_thumbup: We will be discussing more about it tommorrow night at T-dawgs in Grantsburg at our weekly council meeting.:msp_thumbsup:
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