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Originally Posted by cajunfj40
FWD pickup is doable, with all "major" Volt systems intact. If you want an S-10, you'll need a 4x4 frame and front suspension - probably easier to convert another truck than to modify yours.
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AFAIK Ford has used a 4WD frame for its Ranger EV, even though it retained the RWD layout. When it comes to the S10, I'm not sure to which point it would require a 4WD frame, since the S10 EV didn't use it.
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For the rear axle, you can leave the S-10 one in place, with the pinion free-wheeling. Otherwise you'll need to get a "beam axle" made up that will accept rear S-10 brakes and wheels. Alternate - use that huge DC motor to power the S-10 axle when you want extra launch power.
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I'm not sure to which point keeping the differential pumpkin in place would affect the underbody air flow, plus keeping the internals would still lead to some drag. Unless some power is added to that differential, it's better to get rid of it.
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Either adapt the Volt fuel pump to the S-10 fuel tank, or fit the Volt fuel tank
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IIRC the Volt tank has some upgrades to its evaporative emission controls, which would be worth keeping.