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centralchevyman

03-12-2009 06:47 PM

frames

Is there a diference between a 68 gmc 2wd 1/2ton shortbed frame and a 71 chevy 2wd 1/2ton shortbed frame .

craig24671

03-12-2009 06:50 PM

Re: frames

I can't guarantee they are exact but I really think they are the same except maybe where the power steering box hooks up may vary a small amount.

STOCKISH

03-12-2009 08:03 PM

Re: frames

67 was different where the steering box bolts up, I beleive the 68 and newer are the same.

Larry S

03-12-2009 08:40 PM

Re: frames

some gmcs had leaf springs. Maybe all, I dont know. I do know I had one before with leafs.

Longhorn Man

03-12-2009 10:32 PM

Re: frames

The rear suspention may or may not be the same... most GMC trucks had leafs, most chevys had coils, either could be had either way.
There is a possibility that the 68 does not have the provisions for the power steering box.
The frame material on the 71 is lighter stronger, made of "high strength steel"

otherwise, they should be the same.

jbristo67

03-13-2009 02:53 AM

Re: frames

Quote:

Originally Posted by Larry S (Post 3194217)

some gmcs had leaf springs. Maybe all, I dont know. I do know I had one before with leafs.

NO all I have a 72 GMC long bed with coils

Longhorn Man

03-13-2009 06:18 AM

Re: frames

in 69, coils were standard on GMC 1500 series trucks.

centralchevyman

03-13-2009 05:30 PM

Re: frames

thanks for the info

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