I did similar in 80's and shortened a 5ton truck. That too had an angled propshaft but ran fine for years. Manual 5t Trewhella winch, didn't need gym membership!

Two Thumbs Up!!

I have been thinking of buying an old truck and doing the same to it and I found you channel and it was like dejavu to my thoughts lol...not exactly but in theory. The diy driveshaft shortening was awesome, very ingenious. I see the issue with the electric winch and batteries. A lot of heat buildup and damage to the brushes and battery. Now you need a rear locker, add some more weight (possible fluid in the tires?) and a log blocker plate to keep a log from ramming into the rear axle. Just thinkning out loud lol. Can't wait to see where you go with this old truck. Nice setup so far.

Love it !

Wish I could help out on your project. Looks like a lot of fun!

That wench runs off PTO, do you have a one and place on trans to bolt it on to?

@mountainfarmer8766

7 ай бұрын

My winch is going to run off of the plow hydraulics. You do whatever you want with your wench buddy 😅

Hope you beveled those edges and burned the weld in good on that frame. After shortening it there is going to be a lot of stress in that area. Wouldn't be good to have one let go while skidding some logs. I would keep an eye on the welds for a few pulls. Like the idea and concept. Braden winches are good tough winches. Should last a good long time.

@mountainfarmer8766

4 ай бұрын

Yeah I turned the welder up all the way. I've loaded it with a 3000 lb log and haven't had any issues. I've been welding for over 30 years now and never had a structural weld fail yet. Thanks for the input .