Vehicle Description
It's known as the Big Bandit. Outrageous. Crazy. Ridiculous. Cool.
Expect to hear these exclamations and more when you drive up in
this Ratical [sic] ride. "Ratical" because it comes direct from the
2018 SEMA show floor, where the truck captured the coveted award of
International Ratical Rod Build-off 1st Place World Champion. Dodge
motorhomes are sought out by builders because they're a source of
440 big blocks. This project took advantage of the rugged frame as
well as the engine., The entire frame, the engine, and transmission
see duty. And why not? The 440 is legendary as a street engine,
including trucks and RV's. This one is fortified with an RV cam for
even more low end. 727 Torqueflite automatics are hard to beat for
durability and torque capacity. It too received the hot rodder's
touch with a shift kit (firmer, quicker shifts) and a Boss Hog
convertor. You shift with a custom pistol grip handle and B&M
racing ratchet shifter. The diffs are from Dodge too. Suspension is
everything for stance and driveability, and plenty of engineering
savvy went into it. Shockwave's integral-air-spring-and-shocks do
the job in front, teaming with a Universal 4-link rear suspension.
Vertical motion is facilitated through Ridetech and their Pro
Series Air-ride system. From there, the Build Team at Canada's
Zombie Body Shop frankenwelded a one-of-a-kind body from Ford F5
Cabover, F4, F47 and F100 pickup components. Much more than a mere
ratrod build, the Zombie crew shows off its artistic side with
orange and black paint highlighting hand-painted murals. You'll
also find oak running boards with Solderweld and gold leaf accents.
Moore and Giles leather with a natural, broken-in character
envelopes the interior. Bead rolled trim with brass inlay
demonstrates more design thoughtfulness. Leading edge tech abounds
with a full complement of connectivity features and in such details
as Grote LED lights inside and out. This 1951 Ford COE is a unique
custom build with a mean stance and outstanding paint work. The
interior has room for three of your friends and their gear. The Big
Bandit is ready to steal the hearts of the judges and spectators at
your next car show or cruising event.
*DISCLAIMER: MAXmotive specializes in collectible classic and
custom vehicles. We have more than 200 vehicles in our collection
and have sold dozens nationwide and even overseas. We recommend
that all buyers who are unable to view a vehicle in person have a
pre-purchase inspection done prior to purchase. Inspections can be
performed by an independent party selected by the buyer. Due to the
age and uniqueness of these special vehicles, it is difficult to
cover all aspects and characteristics of each vehicle's condition
within the limited space available. Thus, pre-purchase inspections
are helpful to all parties involved. The information provided for
this vehicle is presented to the best of our knowledge, and is
deemed reliable. But MAXmotive does not warrant or guarantee this
information as a basis for purchase. It is the responsibility of
the buyer to make a thorough inspection to determine the
suitability of the vehicle prior to purchase.
