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Weight of 4BT is already streesing an M37 frontend; 6BT would kill the front of an M37... frame isn't substantial enough, and the front suspension & differential/axle assembly would struggle with the extra weight of 6BT...
"Tanner"
If you opt to go with another truck & perform a 4BT swap & associated changes required, you could EASILY tie up $8k in just the powertrain swap alone to do it right... ask Garbee about the outlay on his 4BT swap -
Tanner
I'd agree... you've got the foundation of the truck complete, do a 4BT swap... contact Cabell Garbee regarding his 4BT swap & check out 1953 Dodge M37 - Charles Talbert is also a great source of info - www.mseriesrebuild.com
'Tanner'