Advise on truck and engine purchase

[in2trux]

I'm no fan of Freightshakers, electrical harness problems, fit and finish leave allot to be desired. I had a brand new 79 conv. and snow would drift in through the door seals.
It's only saving grace was a 3406b, 13 spd, 3.90 rears. For it's day, doing really good!

I agree with Rawze. The Prostar is the best bang for the buck. T700 is a very stout cab, well designed. I opted for the 386 Pete for a couple of reasons.
I like the Pete cab, it's the same as the 389 but with the set back axle and dropped hood. The engine doesn't sit back under the firewall or push into the cab.
When you get down to it, you're going to own it, so be comfortable with it. It's all about which OEM you're dealing with, the badge is just a name anymore.