{"id":122357,"date":"2025-02-05T15:50:04","date_gmt":"2025-02-05T21:50:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/engineswapdepot.com\/?p=122357"},"modified":"2025-02-05T16:52:25","modified_gmt":"2025-02-05T22:52:25","slug":"elijah-goldsmiths-custom-international-truck","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/engineswapdepot.com\/?p=122357","title":{"rendered":"Eli G\u2019s Custom International Truck"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Eli G<\/a> enjoys building vehicles on his channel Goldies Garage<\/a>. We previously shared his wild LSx-powered ArmorWorks Hyena<\/a> when it debuted at LS Fest West 2024. Before that Eli built a unique off-road truck combining the classic looks of a 1949 International truck with modern power and dependability.<\/p>\n

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The project began in 2015 when Eli purchased a 1949 International Harvester KB-2<\/a> off Craigslist. He turned to CoPart and purchased a 2014 Jeep JK Unlimited Rubicon and 2011 Chevy Silverado 2500HD 4WD. It took over two years to build the custom truck with the majority of the work<\/a> completed in a driveway.<\/p>\n

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The truck starts with a 2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon chassis which Eli upgraded with TeraFlex long arm suspension on the front and rear. The front uses 5.5-inch MetalCloak springs and Fox shocks valved for a 2006 Dodge 2500 4×4. In back are 4-inch springs with Fox shocks. Under the fenders Eli installed AEV Borah DualSport 17-inch wheels with BFGoodrich KM3 37-inch tires.<\/p>\n

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In the engine bay Eli swapped a 6.0 L L96 V8 and 6L90E six-speed automatic transmission taken from a 2011 Chevy 2500HD 4WD truck. The transmission is paired to an Atlas transfer case (3.8:1 ratio). Driveshafts from Adams Driveshafts send power to a TeraFlex Tera44 front axle and rearward to a TeraFlex CRD60 rear axle. Both have 5.13 ratios.<\/p>\n

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As mentioned earlier the Eli chose to use body from a 1949 International Harvester KB-2. The bed received a custom tailgate, BedSlide 1000 lb slide, and US Cargo L-track tie downs. Eli improved the truck’s off-road capability with skid plates by MetalCloak, Expedition One, and Rough Country. The front also received a custom bumper with an Apex 12K winch.<\/p>\n

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On the inside Eli installed mid-2000’s Volkswagen Golf front seats. In front of that is a 1967 Corvette walnut steering wheel on a Summit Racing column. A set of Autometer and Old Tyme gauges display important information. You can read more about the project and follow the progress in the build tread<\/a> or watch the build on Goldies Garage channel<\/a>.<\/p>\n