[SamM]

The guy that built the M715 that katoranger linked to this thread, is suggesting that I go straight for the 5.9L Cummins engine conversion. He recommends looking for a used truck to strip. I'm not convinced! This isn't going to be an everyday truck. Not sure that I want to spend that much money on it. He built a 406cid Chevy and said that it sucked fuel. No joke! I'm just planning a mild small block. He also had a 6.2 GM Diesel engine, a 4BT and then finally the 5.9 diesel. The small block would be much more cost effective. The propane conversion is inexpensive and will only be used off-road and to extend the trucks range on the highway.

Again, this will be used like an RV not an everyday work truck. I will not drive it to work unless we have an emergency situation, where I may have to stay all weekend. Once or twice a month it may haul some toys to our mountain camp. I may use it to haul some scrap locally. Within 15 to 20 miles. If I buy a car, it may be used to haul it home. It might be used to haul firewood. This is my planned usage for the truck.

SamM