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- Joined
- Oct 6, 2015
- Posts
- 18
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- Location
- Johannesburg, South Africa
- First Name
- Marius
- Truck Year
- 1975
- Truck Model
- K5
- Engine Size
- 350
Hi folks, I got my hands on 85 M1008 D30 today which I'm very excited about. Unfortunately the diesel motor is gone but the TH400 transmission is present. I also do have a 80 Chevy Blazer which I thoroughly enjoy with 350ci and TH350 transmission. My question is this..What is the drivebility of the D30 compared to something like the Blazer. I don't want to spend too much to get the D30 running only to discover it's a mule. I understand the diff ratios are a lot shorter and I can read all the specs on google but I'd like to have someone's comparison described in words with regards to handling, driving comfort, rpm in final drive, etc. Also I'd like to know if a 350ci will be enough for this truck. Eagerly awaiting any comments.