The body on that thing probably has welds all over it. They get real twisted up from flyin the bucket and most guys suck at greaseing and maintenance. Iv had trucks that were 8 and 9 years old and were beat up bad. Check it good, will it pass inspection?
Go with your heart and obviously you are not stupid...Plan it out and give something a try be it that Asplunk truck setup or something else, I think you have the Moxie to succeed, best of luck to you...You will prevail...
sounds like a better idea. One less vehicle insure and maintain and if it does not work out the dumper will sell fast or always be useful