How much can a 3/4ton with a 305 haul?
Been thinking about buying another truck lately. Found a 1968 GMC 3/4 ton, 2WD, 305 V6, 4spd, with a service body (wrong year for this site, but I'm seeking info on the engine). Seems to be in good shape. But before I ask the seller for more info and pictures, how well would this truck do loaded down with tools 'n stuff?
I want to setup a service truck so I can do road calls for tractors... something that I get asked often enough every year, but have to turn down since I don't have a truck equipped for it.
My '61 5000 has the 351 and that seems to do pretty good loaded with tractors, but I never had a chance to drive a pickup with the 305. After I load the boxes with tools, parts and mount a compressor and my Lincoln welder in the back, do you think the 305 will handle it okay?
Not looking to fly down the highway, but it would be nice to pull the secondary roads without having to downshift on the hills around here.
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