[Jake1074]

Update on the engine issues. I decided it was too much of a risk to just replace the cam and associated parts and hope for the best. This just seems like throwing good money after bad and a band aid fix that will eventually destroy the engine.

So I am pulling this engine a going with a re-manufactured. Not 100% sure but leaning toward the ATK mid dress from Summit. This will provide ease of replacement, dyno testing and a warranty. I am also changing out the torque converter to a B&M 2400 stall.

I pulled the front clip (super easy) and will rebuild the front suspension while I'm at it along with a new adjustable steering column.

This truck lived most of its life in New Mexico so its got great bones and I'm impressed with the lack of rust... Oh - by the way - it sucks working on a gravel pad...