mattmacklind
mattmacklind SuperDork
4/9/10 8:13 p.m.

I know everyone has been wondering-what's going on with that Ramcharger I saw on here? Well, don't worry, I'll tell you.

New U-joints, new rotors and pads in front, new shocks, and I'm starting to paint. I used Bondo for the first time and probably like any newb I over applied it.I also have several runs in what is the first coat of wonderful Krylon camo OD green. Here's a link to my inspiration:

http://www.therangerstation.com/Magazine/May06/Cheap_Camo_Paint.htm

Anyway, its coming along nicely. I found the rear tailgate, which is fiberglass, actually took to the paint better than the rest of the truck. Anyway, eventually black badges will go back on and the bumpers will be black. I wish this thing got better mileage because its actually really fun to drive. Also, painting is harder than it looks and kind of tiresome.

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Here's how it looked when I bought it:

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aussiesmg
aussiesmg SuperDork
4/9/10 8:19 p.m.

IMHO leave the badges off it, but try to find the hood emblem from a mid 80's ram.

Nice Zombie Response vehicle.

Streetwiseguy
Streetwiseguy Reader
4/9/10 8:25 p.m.

Fargo! Fargo! Fargo!

mattmacklind
mattmacklind SuperDork
4/9/10 8:56 p.m.
aussiesmg wrote: IMHO leave the badges off it, but try to find the hood emblem from a mid 80's ram. Nice Zombie Response vehicle.

Those ornaments get pricey, and yes, it is a SHTF rig.

poopshovel
poopshovel SuperDork
4/10/10 8:57 a.m.

That bronco in the link is teh secks. Start Flat blackin' them bumpers, wheels, and trim, boy!!!

rmarkc
rmarkc Reader
4/10/10 9:05 a.m.

^^^
That plus a push bumper and some steel grating to replace the broken grill maybe.

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