Greetings... Well, I've been wanting to build a trike for years. I'm 44 years old and I think it's time! I have a Ford F350 Diesel Uhaul truck. Engine was rebuilt with barley 75k miles on it. Automatic transmission has a slight leak but works fine. I own the truck. Not worth selling. Couldn't give it away with all the Uhaul trucks for sale around here. I have no other need for it so a monster trike project is better than nothing.
Yes, I know this idea is retarded and a VW or anything else would be easier. That's not the point. It's the challenge and the rumble of a diesel engine I'm after!
A little background to show that i know the headache I'm getting into! I have a shop. Ive been welding/metal working for years. Dad is a retired mechanic. I worked on diesel engines and pumps in my early years in the Louisiana field. For the trike: I plan on building my own heavy duty front end. I want to use the dual tire rear axel from the Uhaul (the giant stack of springs will be reduced or changed).
The radiator will be relocated to the rear with electric fans. The fuel tank is big but it's a nice flat rectangular shape and would work well sideways behind the back seat over the radiator.
I will take a few pics of the truck and welcome any constructive suggestions. Also, my wife wants me to build a funky little camper/tail gate thing with that box of the Uhaul truck. That will be a fun project as well! Thanks for reading my long ass first post! BMB
Yes, I know this idea is retarded and a VW or anything else would be easier. That's not the point. It's the challenge and the rumble of a diesel engine I'm after!
A little background to show that i know the headache I'm getting into! I have a shop. Ive been welding/metal working for years. Dad is a retired mechanic. I worked on diesel engines and pumps in my early years in the Louisiana field. For the trike: I plan on building my own heavy duty front end. I want to use the dual tire rear axel from the Uhaul (the giant stack of springs will be reduced or changed).
The radiator will be relocated to the rear with electric fans. The fuel tank is big but it's a nice flat rectangular shape and would work well sideways behind the back seat over the radiator.
I will take a few pics of the truck and welcome any constructive suggestions. Also, my wife wants me to build a funky little camper/tail gate thing with that box of the Uhaul truck. That will be a fun project as well! Thanks for reading my long ass first post! BMB
