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I am not as familiar with the 5t as the deuce, but as a base platform you have many up-grades. More power from the start(465cuin vs 855cuin), power steering, higher R&P(numerically lower), and better designed axle seals. Some quick searches in the 5t specific forum will tell you what the axle...

I don't really think it would have been THAT hard to do. Seems to me you will have to put some effort into the build. I put alot of effort into my deuce and love it. Not many things are as rewarding as building your own truck.

I think you'd be better off using a 5ton as the base vehicle. You'll start with higher gearing and thats key to vehicle speed. I have heard a cummins 400 will bolt in where the 250 fits. Now you'll just need an OD unit to patch in there. The 5ton components require less up keep.