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Hi, Bob here....

I've just acquired this 66 GMC Suburban.
I have started the tear down. My plan is a 4x4 conversion, any suggestions are welcome.
I'd also like to switch to rear Barn doors if I can find a set.

Bob
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Welcome....should make a sweet ride...
I would look for a good set of axles and drivetrain from a square body truck...I'd try to stay away from the fulltime 4x4 yrs....what engine and trans are you planning?...also your chosen tire size and axle ratios will need considered

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Not sure on BB/SB yet.... Will have to see what pops up. Going old school motor (ie no LS swap). I will be using a 700r4 coupled to a NP205. Axles will depend on what I find. I'm thinking I will have to narrow what ever I come up with. Early 70's would be nice so I can use the old school bolt on hubs.

Here is a 3/4 ton 44 I narrowed a few years back using stock shafts from different axles. It was for a 48 Ford F3 I converted

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Sounds like this isnt your 1st rodeo....you might squeak by without having to narrow a set of axles..you can run a more positive offset wheel to counter some width...that's what I did on my 57 IH...I went with USWheels with stock style wheels...

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Welcome to the forum Bob :D Are you the one in Pocatello?

Here is the good thread on converting to a 4x4.

http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=448681

I see no need to narrow any differentials.

I may have a set of rear cargo doors (barn doors) but I'm a few hundred miles north of you.

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Yes I am in Poky.... I'll email you about the doors...
Thanks,
Bob