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Top Truck 2007 Challenger 13 - Merv Zerr - 1986 Chevy S-10

Merv Zerr Abbotsfield B.C. Canada

 2007 Top Truck Challenge Finalists 1986 Chevy S10 Merv Zerr

Merv Zerr, Abbotsfield, B.C., Canada'86 Chevy S-10

Merv says he would "love to beat the tar out of my truck" for our benefit at Hollister this year. Our reply: Be careful what you wish for. Readers, any takers?

Engine: "Rollerized" 350 Chevy propane V-8
Transmission: TH400
Transfer case: Divorced-mount NP205 twin-stick
Axles f/r: 35-spline Dana 60/Eaton 1-ton
Traction aids f/r: Detroit Locker/Detroit Locker
Ratio: 5.13:1
Suspension f/r: 4-inch springs over axle, dropped hangers/6-inch springs over axle
Tires: 46-inch bead-locked Mickey Thompson Baja Claws
Special features: Hydro-assist steering, "no body lift," 8,000-pound PTO winch, custom exhaust "stacks that blow flames"
Driver experience: 12 years


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