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sanford66 06-13-2020 12:07 AM

1980 4x4 Cab Swap
 
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Might be getting this 80 4x4 swb. the cab is extremely rusty, even the roof is rusted through in the back on top. It runs and drives 350 engine 4-speed tranny. Question is I have a rust free 2 wheel drive 6-cyl, automatic cab I would like to swap onto this frame. Is it a pretty straightforward job and what do I need to modify? I already know about the hood and cowl/wiper differences, i do have newer front sheet metal if i need to use it. I would like to keep the 80 front wrap and dash/interior as much as possible. Anyone done this or have any thoughts on it? Sorry for the dumb questions, I've been mainly messing around with the 60-72 trucks. Haven't had a square body in years. Thanks

mongocanfly 06-13-2020 12:12 AM

Re: 1980 4x4 Cab Swap
 
what yr is the donor cab?

sanford66 06-13-2020 01:06 AM

Re: 1980 4x4 Cab Swap
 
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Originally Posted by mongocanfly (Post 8756725)
what yr is the donor cab?

Sorry, forgot that. donor truck is an 81 or 82.

mongocanfly 06-13-2020 03:14 AM

Re: 1980 4x4 Cab Swap
 
I know the dash is different and the area where the front fender meets the cab at the base of the windshield is different
n2trux has a build going where he is using both body styles to make one..worth a read

1976gmc20 06-13-2020 12:00 PM

Re: 1980 4x4 Cab Swap
 
Isn't the floor hump different ???


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