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Originally Posted by gmjim4x4
The 73-87 wheelbase is longer for a shortbox (6') than the 55-59 frame. I am guessing that the longbox is the same. I am building a 4x4 from a 2wd 57 and I decided to use the frame and add drive train from a 79 shortbox 4x4. I used th original frame and I think it saves alot of work if you want a stock looking 4x4. just saying my 2 cents  |
That's what I might end up doing, I have a limited build season cause of the weather and my garage always seems to be full lol. The kit seamed to be complete and it would be nice to have power steering, power brakes and a newer chassis in one shot. Possibly be able to get it a full roller in one days of work with the kit. The kit also includes wheelbase correctors so I wouldnt need to shorten the frame to make up the difference. I do plan on cutting the frame down to shortbed length if I decide to stay with the original. Thanks for the comments.
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