Chorky
Observer
Ok, so getting closer to pulling the trigger on proceeding with my original, or somewhat original, build idea.
Long story short:
97 OBS 7.3 CCLB - desire to add flatbed/boxes and camper of some sort (liking the Scout Kenai so far), capable of full time living, planned to be multipurpose work/fun with other goodies.
The end result will be at, and likely over, GVW, but hopefully at or under 10K (GVW is 9,200 for these old trucks). Not a fan at all of going over GVW, but I dont see how it can be avoided.
The question is, from those who have gone before, and I know a few of you are here, what were your likes / dislikes. Is there a significant failure component or significantly high maintenance component of running these at a constant 10K weight? Many of those I'm thinking of here have had experience with said trucks, and have since switched to newer stronger vehicles - not an option for me really. Just wanting to know what I'm getting into before making the financial investment.
Long story short:
97 OBS 7.3 CCLB - desire to add flatbed/boxes and camper of some sort (liking the Scout Kenai so far), capable of full time living, planned to be multipurpose work/fun with other goodies.
The end result will be at, and likely over, GVW, but hopefully at or under 10K (GVW is 9,200 for these old trucks). Not a fan at all of going over GVW, but I dont see how it can be avoided.
The question is, from those who have gone before, and I know a few of you are here, what were your likes / dislikes. Is there a significant failure component or significantly high maintenance component of running these at a constant 10K weight? Many of those I'm thinking of here have had experience with said trucks, and have since switched to newer stronger vehicles - not an option for me really. Just wanting to know what I'm getting into before making the financial investment.