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2006 Chevy 2500HD 4x4 Crew Cab Duramax 115K build, Solid Axle Swap Powerwagon axle

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You are looking The Featured Dust Or Glory Expedition Vehicle which was professionally built for comfortable, High Performance, Pre Running, and use as an Expedition Vehicle. This vehicle was built in a collaboration between by Lokey Trucks, Speed Networks "Truck Universe, Du Pont Registry's Boulevard Customs, and Rock Krawler Racing for an expedition that started in Tampa, FL and traveled to Cabo San Lucas and back completely self supported running the Baja 1000 Centennial race in between. The truck has been featured in Off Road Magazine, had bee the cover truck for adds for ARB, Rock Krawler Suspension, Suncoast Creations, and featured in 5 Episodes of Truck Universe on the Speed Network!

More importantly, the truck was designed and the project was managed built by a veteran Vehicle Dependent Expedition trainer, designer and instructor. This truck was built to serve multiple rolls from Pre-Runner, to Chase Truck for events like the Baja 1000 or 500, or support a group of four explorers traveling hundreds of miles from the nearest civilization in any conceivable terrain and make it back. Incidentally it turns heads on the road, in a valet line, or at car shows. We had more looks and smiles than the McLaren F1 at the last show we were at and the kids were welcome to climb in her.

I am including an excel spreadsheet with prices of equipment (without installation) so you can get an idea of the value in purchasing this truck now as opposed to trying to build something like her. There are $47,744.00 worth of top quality accessories installed professionally on this monster. It drives like a fairly stock vehicle on the road through. Off the road you can cruise at 35 MPH over knee high whoops and bumps. We actually split an off road trailer tongue in half on a long section of bumps in the Sonoran Desert and had no idea it happened since the interior ride was smooth. A camera man was actually sleeping while this all happened.

This is a once in a lifetime truck. It was a dream to build, a dream to drive, and I want to make sure it will be going to a good home. You can believe that this truck made it down the Baja 1000 course to Cabo and back up the 500 route, then has been to several shows across the US and yes even hauled the groceries so it will serve you well for years to come.

If you have any questions, please email me your phone number and name to michaellokey (at) gmail.com and I will happily respond to you if you are serious about purchasing. If you would like more detailed images or supporting material let me know. She is listed on a few 4x4 forums and ebay at present. I hope you are in a position to take advantage of this opportunity. If you want a daily driver that can haul a boat, kids, cargo, to the mall or to Xcalack, MX in a straight line off road then this is your chance.

Below please find the inspiration behind the truck and early build profile. Since then we have had Rock Krawler's Suspension's owner and designer install the Solid Axle Swap with Hydraulic assist steering on the front end. Also have added a Class VI bumper tow hitch to the rear. The truck is truly bulletproof now.

Here is a link to the inspiration of the build more images etc,http://www.expeditionportal.com/repo...Plan/index.php


Can a production vehicle with the right combination of production aftermarket parts and accessories be capable of completely supporting four crew members needs over a 8,000+ mile 12 day expedition, including running the Baja 1000’s most difficult off road terrain, crossing the Altar Desert, and the Baja 500 without compromising on road performance and without depending on fossil fuel?

Bolt on Baja
Dust or Glory?

Project Purpose:

The projects purpose is to build a truck and trailer that can comfortably and completely support four crew members on an extended expedition in multiple environments, ranging from the most extreme off road conditions to the most mundane highway driving environments. This should all be achieved without sacrificing performance in one arena at the cost of another and the unit must be totally self sufficient of outside support and fossil fuel. To determine the success of the build we will send four crew members from Tampa, FL to La Paz, Mexico and back. Their observations and success in navigating from Florida to Arizona will test the units road worthiness; then the trip from Arizona to La Paz Mexico via off road GPS navigation, including the Baja 1000, 500 and Altar Deserts most difficult terrain, will indicate the off road worthiness of the unit.



Truck Build Objective:

To build a truck using primarily production or bolt on parts that can withstand the punishing conditions of the Baja 1000 without sacrificing its ability to be a realistic daily driver that is comfortable, practical, efficient, and stylish. It must be at home equally serving as a Baja 1000 pit crew truck running full speed in the deserts of Mexico to catch up with and repair a Trophy truck; as it is pulling a large boat with four passengers to a fishing tournament 200 miles out of town. It must be more efficient, more powerful, and more environmentally friendly than stock. Finally, it should not require one drop of petroleum based fuel or oil, have less impact on the environment than it did at the start, and look great at any valet line.
Detailed Photo Gallery Here: More than 30 detailed pictures from June 28th here http://s1335.photobucket.com/user/mi...lideshow/Truck


Video of the build and trip:
DuPont Registry's Boulevard Customs Interior Design Specialists install the interior and below cab electronics: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MkJXfs8Idj4

First half of the Trip
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d38IlsFOcII

Second Half of the trip
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d38IlsFOcII

Itemized Listing of all significant accessories or added systems

Aftermarket Product Cost Link to more product information

Suspension

Rock Krawler 8.5" Solid Axle Swap Desert Race Suspension 6,500.00 http://www.raceindustry.com/part-sho...ce-system.html

Radflo 2.5" Coil-Over Shocks with remote reservoirs 2,000.00 http://www.radflo.com/coil_over.htm

Radflo 2.5" Hydraulic Bump Stops 4" Travel Front aand Rear 1,500.00 http://www.radflo.com/hydraulic.htm#detailschart

Dodge Power Wagon Front Axle 1,300.00

Stainless Extended Brake Lines (x4) 350.00

Wheels

American Racing Wheels 17x9 Chamber Teflon Coated (x6) 2,280.00 http://asp.americanracing.com/wheels/details.asp?
parent=186&wheelid=186&name=Chamber%20with%20Teflo n%AE&style=3985&desc=1-piece%20painted%20alloy%20wheel&section=ORT

Trail Ready Conversion of Wheels to true Bead Locks (x6) 900.00 http://www.trailready.com/wheels_aluminum.html

Toyo Open Country Mud Terrain 37x13.5R17 Tires (x6) 2,400.00

Driveline:

6 States double cardon front driveshaft 675.00 http://www.sixstates.com/products/ca...?category=DLLD

Engine:

Advanced Flow Engineering Stage 2 Magnum Force cold Air Intake 372.75 http://afepower.com/shop/application...archtype=combo

Advanced Flow Engineering Magnum Shield Pre Filter 26.19 http://afepower.com/shop/application...archtype=combo

Edge Juice with A2 Monitor 1,029.79 http://www.edgeproducts.com/products...tegory_key=all

Advanced Flow Engineering turbo back 5" Exhaust 749.00 http://www.puredieselpower.com/catal...m-p-25426.html

Bully Dog Power Pup Tuner 550.00 http://www.shopdieselspecialists.com...FScV7AodRW8AHQ

Transmission:

ATS Diesel Performance 5 Star Torque Converter 1,450.00 http://www.atsdiesel.com/ats2/produc...-to-Early-2010

ATS Diesel Performance Co-Pilot Transmission Control Module 1,175.00 http://www.atsdiesel.com/ats2/produc...ndard-Co-Pilot

ATS Diesel Performance Extra Deep Transmission Pan 355.00 http://www.atsdiesel.com/ats2/produc...Pans-&-Filters

Steering

******* Ram Hydraulic Ram assist steering and steering stabilizer 500.00 http://westtexasoffroad.homestead.co...osteering.html

Differentials

Yukon 4.88 Ring and pinion front and rear 980.00 http://www.ringpinion.com/b2c/Produc...uct=YG_GM11.5- 488&Brand=Yukon_Gear_Ring_and_Pinion_Sets&ShowAA=T rue&Year=2006&Model=Silverado%20HD%202500%203/4%20Ton&DriveType=Rear%20Diff%20-%204WD&DiffId=190&Source=DiffWizard

Yukon Pinion Install Kit Front and rear 246.68 http://www.ringpinion.com/b2c/Produc...rce=DiffWizard

Armor

ARB Deluxe Bar front Bumper and Winch Mount 1,504.00 http://www.arbusa.com/Vehicle/2006-c...do-2500hd.aspx

ARB Bumper Fit Kit 173.37 http://www.arbusa.com/Vehicle/2006-c...do-2500hd.aspx

Road Armor Rear Stealth Winch Bumper 1,599.00 http://www.roadarmor.com/products/Bu...-number-34200B

Rock Krawler Heavy Duty Front radiator skid plate 129.00 http://www.pure-performance.biz/Sear...s.asp?Cat=1831

Wilco Pre Runner Tire Gate with High Lift Mount 895.00 http://www.tiregate.com/shop/99-07-c...500-pr-series/

Lighting

CARR Deluxe XP3 Black Light Bar 139.00 http://www.carr.com/light-bars/deluxe-light-bar.html

IDF 900 High Intensity Discharge Driving/Spot Lights (x4 roof) 2,100.00 http://store.arbusa.com/IPF-900xs-HI...IDD-P3637.aspx

PIAA 580 Driving Light pair on bumper 399.00 http://www.piaa.com/store/p/87-580-D...-Lamp-Kit.aspx

PIAA 2100XT Fog Lamps used as Rear Back up Lamps 289.00 http://www.piaa.com/store/p/71-2100X...s-Halogen.aspx

Street Illuzions White LED Lights Underbed, Transmission tunnel, Rear Bed 225.00 http://www.oznium.com/square-led-module

Street Illuzions Red LED Lights in Cab for evening operations (driver, passenger, rear seat switches) 135.00

PIAA Extreme White Plus Headlight Halogen Bulbs (low Beam) 89.00 http://www.piaa.com/store/c/21-Autom...?Attribs=59+49

PIAA Extreme White Plus Headlight Halogen Bulbs (high Beam) 89.00 http://www.piaa.com/store/c/21-Autom...?Attribs=59+48

Exterior Accessories

AMP Research Power Step (drop down/retractable step boards) 1,250.00 http://www.amp-research.com/products...ies/powerstep/

Bushwacker Cut Out Fender Flares (additional 2.75" Coverage) 350.00 http://www.bushwacker.com/fender.asp...&search=Search

Suncoast Creations Functional Ram Air Fiberglass Hood 920.00 http://suncoastcreations.com/a-che-s...ood-21010.html

Grippen Billet Magnum Door Handles 190.00 http://www.streetbeatcustoms.com/Gri...-11019/576277/

Interior Accessories

Lowrance Global Map Baja GPS 499.00 http://www.tigergps.com/lowrancegmbaja480c.html

Lowrance LGC 2 Ruggedized WASS Antenna 299.00 http://www.amazon.com/Lowrance-LGC-4.../dp/B001VZ87BM

Cobra Hand Held CB Radio C75-WXST 140.00 http://www.supplysale.com/Item.aspx?...Fehr7AodRQkAWA

ICON Multi Angle Camera's (Driver POV, Front Axle, Rear Axle, Fisheye passengers)

MITO Dual 3.5" Rearview Morror LCD display for Icon Cameras 399.00 http://www.mobilevisionboise.com/pro...art-mirror.php
Chrome Instrument Panel Trim Kit

Recovery Equipment

Superwinch EP 9.0 Rear Bumper Mount 900.00 http://www.superwinch.com/p/ep9-0-9-000-lbs-12v?pp=12

Off Road Only X - Line synthetic Winch Line in rear (soft easy to throw or handle and stronger than steel) 389.00 http://www.4x4xplor.com/ORO-XLine.html

Superwinch EP 12.5 (12,500 lbs) 1,599.00 http://www.superwinch.com/p/ep12-5-12-500-lbs-12v

High Lift Jack 60" Long 80.00 http://www.hi-lift.com/

Extreme Outback Products Recovery Kit 350.00 http://www.extremeoutback.com/produc...overy+Kit.html

Field Service Repair Equipment

Extreme Outback Products Extreme Air Magnum Compressor 564.95 http://www.extremeoutback.com/produc...re+Magnum.html

Extreme Outback Products 4 Gallon Air tank Reservoir, quick disconnect in bed 89.50 http://www.extremeoutback.com/produc...+Air+Tank.html

Premier Power Welder, Large Case double Alternator, Engine Idle Step Module, 20' Leads 1,850.00 http://www.premierpowerwelder.com/specs/ppwspecs.html

Power Tank Super Brackets (x2) Mounted over wheel wells 170.00 http://www.powertank.com/products/sfID1/17

15 lb Powertank CO2 Gas regulator (x2) 1,100.00 http://www.powertank.com/products/sf.../productID/102

Alternative Fuel System

Golden Fuel Systems Base system with 40 Gallon Trekker Tank 3,500.00 http://www.goldenfuelsystems.com/pro...858&id=2028279

Total Accessories Cost without installation $47,744.23

Issues: "Hood needs repainting, steering should be adjusted (tire rod end and upper ball joint replacement, second alternator is not currently set up (needs double alternator serpentine belt installed (simple)) Truck will have all details in order for full purchase price

Truck Location: Clearwater, FL

Truck Price: $53,800

Check it out on Ebay http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/e...ageName=ADME:L:LCA:MOTORS:1123#ht_7065wt_1343
 

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