Posted by Dave in CA [172.69.65.31] on Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 19:30:47 :
I would like to build my 51 PW as a restomod, since it didn�t come with an original engine or trans. The plan was to have Dan Mininger build it with a 6.4L crate Hemi and Tremec TR-4050 trans. Dan added me to his waiting list on 8/11/2021. He said that it would be about a 3 year wait. On 11/9/22, Dan emailed me that �we have 8 trucks to finish before yours. On paper that is 2 years, realistically it will probably be more like 2.5-3 years.� The next day, he emailed again. He said �I still plan on doing trucks but not at this pace. One a year probably.�
Since I would like to enjoy my truck while I am still able, I need to find another shop to build it. Dan was my first choice for the build, but I understand why he wants to take a slower pace.
I�ve seen the work of only two other PW shops. Legacy and Desert PW�s produce beautiful trucks, but they are way overbuilt and overpriced to me. I think Dan did a better job of incorporating modern parts while still keeping a more original feel.
Maybe this is for the best and I will find a shop a little closer to home in Southern California.
Are there other shops that anyone can recommend?
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