Body swap a 1991 ram d150 to a 1979 power wagon chassis

[ACEMIDNIGHT102]

I have a low mileage ‘91 ram d150 318 EFI and have the opportunity to acquire a 1979 power wagon chassis. I’d like to swap the body to the 4x4 chassis. Is there anything I need to be aware of as far as body mounts go? Both are long beds.

 

[ACEMIDNIGHT102]

Here’s my ‘91. ~65k miles

 

[ACEMIDNIGHT102]

This is what is left of the powerwagon

 

[u2slow]

That may not be a '79.... since it has locking hubs. It better have (or had) a 318 or 360 for the transmission to fit. You will lose your overdrive.

Fuel tank fitment is likely an issue. Use the tank and crossmember from the '91.

 

[ACEMIDNIGHT102]

You’re right I remember reading about the full time 4x4. Np205? Maybe they swapped it‍

 

[ACEMIDNIGHT102]

The listing didn’t specify which motor so that’s good info ask for. Much appreciated

 

[u2slow]

You’re right I remember reading about the full time 4x4. Np205? Maybe they swapped it‍

Fulltime is np203.

The 5lug pattern changes between fulltime (5x4.5") and part-time (5x5.5"). See if the rear axle matches wheels.

What you might have there is an '80. That would explain the older fenders and part-time axle. The tcase would likely be the aluminum np208.

 

[ACEMIDNIGHT102]

I hope you’re right, I would prefer a part time 4x4. If I can get out there this weekend I’ll take a close look