Squarebody Chevy Long Bed Turned into a Full Size Rock Crawler
When considering a full size truck as a rock crawler you’re going to want a big block engine, 1-ton axles, +40″ inch tires, and a long bed for extra cargo space. This 1973 Chevrolet Cheyenne K30 named, Snowrod, has all that and even more.
Under The Hood
Oldsmobile 455 Big Block, bored to 469 with a mild cam
Holley Sniper EFI
Edelbrock Intake Manifold
Modified Saginaw Power Steering Pump
York Air Compressor
Howe 2WD Power Steering Box
Drivetrain
Turbo 350 Transmission – Reverse Manual Valve Body with B&M Shifter
4-speed Atlas Transfer Case – 11.7 Final Crawl Ratio
Front Axle – Custom 14 Bolt with 5.38 Gears and Yukon Spool. Dana 60 Ball Joint Knuckles, Custom Dutchman Inner Axle Shafts, East Coast Gear Supply 35 Spline Outers, and Yukon Hubs
PSC Hydro Assist
Rear Axle – 14 Bolt with ARB Air Locker and 5.38 Gears. Agan Fabworks custom Axle Truss with Anti-Wrap Bar
SouthBay Driveline Front and Rear Driveshafts with 1350 Joints
Suspension
Front Suspension
Front 4″ Rancho Lift Springs. Center pin relocated 3″ forward