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Thanks I appreciate the compliments. Same premise here. New truck is 50k. My dad got his '13 in '15 with about 15k miles on it for 30k, which is a good deal, but I can't work on it and not exactly what I want. Oh and it gets 10-12 mpg too.

I have 15-20 in it now. 5-7 of that was rebuilding and installing the new motor. I replaced a lot of parts that I didn't necessarily "need" but wanted like new reliability. AC was a couple grand, stereo, tires, springs, all the interior work. It adds up quickly. Initial purchase of the truck was the cheapest part at $3500 and that was with a solid trans transfer case running gear and completely rust free body.

Before it is "done" I need to address the paint and suspension. Working on putting that budget together now for CFO approval. Best advise I can give is make a realistic budget and timeline, add 20% to each and plug away. Good luck with your project.