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  1. Recovry4x4

    205 swap in a 1008

    That's actually a pretty solid looking 480. PTO shaft parts are easy to come up with. The NVG would be a great swap but will take some work to complete. Both are good options. I'd lean 5 speed.
  2. Recovry4x4

    205 swap in a 1008

    Flipping the spring is the main part. I can't remember if I had to do anything with the helper pads or not. The rear shock mount may need to be moved but my truck was lifted so it needed mods anyways. You can affix the bed on a pickup but the wheels won't be centered. I contemplated...
  3. Recovry4x4

    205 swap in a 1008

    Joe, is this the mechanical one or hydraulic. Since you mentioned PTO I'm going to venture a guess at a Holmes 480. I'm sure you already know this but in case you didn't, the CUCV has a 56" cab to axle measurement and the commercial wreckers have a 60" measurement. You can either move the bed...
  4. Recovry4x4

    205 swap in a 1008

    Looking forward to seeing this. What bed are you using?
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