I want to build a new work truck

[turbo6bar]

I want a new work truck that can do it all. Thinking about an older Power Wagon with 12 valve Cummins 6 cylinder. Must have four wheel drive and be able to haul at least a ton in the bed and ideally tow at least 10k pounds ore more.



This is a Power Wagon from the 40s. I have no idea what exact model it is. I'm thinking new drivetrain, boxed frame, PTO-driven generator, but no powered girly crap inside. I'd mount two fuel tanks (one for diesel, and second for filtered veggie oil) to fuel the diesel Cummins.

What other big trucks might I consider? Remember, it has to have a strong chassis, so no normal Ford, Chevy, Dodge will do.
jurgen

[speedracing944]

UNIMOG!!!!!

Speedy

[porsche4life]

I like where this is going....

[RWebb]

stick with the Power Wagon - a great historic vehicle

use those terms in the search box for more pics

[EarlyPorsche]

Mog, PowerWagon, M715, G-Wagen. I would say any of those will do with a good cummins drivetrain but finding a pickup G-wagen will be really really tough. If you did find a pickup G-wagen it wouldn't require a thing to the frame to beef it up!

Consider 4BT and 6BT.

www.4btswaps.com

[HHI944]

Duece and a half's are a dime a dozen around here and those are about as hardcore a work truck as you can get. Plus, you can run 'em on anything...

[EarlyPorsche]

Originally Posted by HHI944

Duece and a half's are a dime a dozen around here and those are about as hardcore a work truck as you can get. Plus, you can run 'em on anything...

Too much and too slow for modern road use.

[Racerbvd]

A buddy built this..

[look 171]

Any modern truck will do that. Now if you want something cool, then the Power Wagon is it. I too wanted a 4wheel drive Power Wagon also. Aren't you in the building business? A developer? Isn't it easier and cheaper to get stuff deliver. This way someone else can be responsible if they drop an expensive tub off their truck and not your's. I think any modern 3/4 or 1 ton truck will live up to your work truck standard. Now, I used to have a one ton GM truck where the inner fender were made of steel instead of plastic like todays. The metal was a bit thicker all around and feel much more robust compare to my 93 Dodge Diesel which I really do not drive much anymore tomy jobs. Someone else usualy pick up my crap from the lumber yard. If not, delivery is usually cheap. subs will bring their own materials.

My 72 GM was completely restored. I even milled the wood for the bed. I ended up beating the heck out of it. Heck of a work truck.

Jeff

[Joeaksa]

Why the 12v Cummins? I have a 24v Cummins and love it, and a lot better power, torque and mileage with the 2000-2002 engine.

Nice project!

[vonsmog]

I would go with one of these, but then again I might be a tad biased!!

Check out my web site for info on Unimogs.

[vash]

that power wagon is badass..!

[EarlyPorsche]

Originally Posted by look 171

Any modern truck will do that. Now if you want something cool, then the Power Wagon is it. I too wanted a 4wheel drive Power Wagon also. Aren't you in the building business? A developer? Isn't it easier and cheaper to get stuff deliver. This way someone else can be responsible if they drop an expensive tub off their truck and not your's. I think any modern 3/4 or 1 ton truck will live up to your work truck standard. Now, I used to have a one ton GM truck where the inner fender were made of steel instead of plastic like todays. The metal was a bit thicker all around and feel much more robust compare to my 93 Dodge Diesel which I really do not drive much anymore tomy jobs. Someone else usualy pick up my crap from the lumber yard. If not, delivery is usually cheap. subs will bring their own materials.

My 72 GM was completely restored. I even milled the wood for the bed. I ended up beating the heck out of it. Heck of a work truck.

Jeff

I think building it is half the fun next to driving it. Sure you get delivery but you still need a macho truck for the right image.

[Steve Viegas]

Simon and Simon

[gtc]

Mack B-series:

[gtc]

Or maybe a cab over engine ford?

[Zeke]

I think this is a great idea, but parts for big trucks are expensive. I had a 1 ton crew cab dually and the brakes were really costly. You are going to want to replace lots of bearings and service parts, but you will probably only do that once.

Nevertheless, it is a costly and big job.

[notfarnow]

Originally Posted by Joeaksa

Why the 12v Cummins? I have a 24v Cummins and love it, and a lot better power, torque and mileage with the 2000-2002 engine.

Nice project!

Not as veggie-friendly, if that is his plan

[wdfifteen]

Check with Vintage Power Wagons.
Vintage Power Wagons-- Your Source for Dodge Power Wagon Parts and Trucks! -- civilian military m 37, m-37 wc Dodge Power Wagon

They usually have a few restorable trucks sitting around. I hope you're not tall. I'm 6'2" and the cab is cramped. You'll have to replace the whole drive train if you want a hot rod. PW gearing is something like 5.8:1 so they only go about 45 mph at 3000 rpm.
Why not go for a Swivel Frame Power Wagon? They look like fun, "Hold on, I gotta lock the hubs and unlock the frame."
1953 Dodge Swivel Frame PW

[vash]

what GMC truck is in that Hidden Valley ranch salad dressing commercial?