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[bigmech]

I'm also thinking about swaping out the remaining rear axle for a front axle. I think a all wheel steer M35 shorty with power steering would be a cool truck for my boss v-plow. It's killing my one ton front end, and I think more plow jobs would be in the future with a rig thats fun to watch work. Anyway can it be done? Does the axle need to be flipped? Would the drive shaft work? etc.

 

[FSBruva]

First things first... please put your location in either your signature or your profile, so we know where you are!!!

The military tried doing plowing with deuces, and found that a 5 ton is better for it. (except that 5 tons have a rotten turning radus) Plus, your front axle already has a lot of weight on it with that hulking multi-fuel sitting right above it. Not sure of the mechanics of it, but I am sure some folks would be happy to help out.

Matt

 

[M1075]

Yeah, it can be done and has been done time and time again by the 4x4 offroad/rock crawler crowd. With better rims & tires, you probably wouldn't have any problem with the weight in the front. I would plan to add some weight in the rear, though. Don't forget the snow chains! I picked up a brand new set last weekend for 46" Michelin XMLs. 4x4 with 4 wheel steer, super singles, and chains. That would be a sweet setup!

 

[bigmech]

Thanks ------not a computer person! I think I have it corrected.