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jover · 07-23-2004, 07:42 PM

Well today I picked up the whole front crossmember out of a 77 GMC 1/2 ton to put in my 68 C10 Stepside. Now what I'm asking is a while ago there was a great informational thread someone put on giving kind of like a step by step of how and what to do to make the transition as painless as possible. I also want to drop the front end in the process. Can any of my dear pro's out there help me. I should of copied it when I saw it but copier wouldn't cooperate with me that day, so I didn't get to save it, now I can't find it. Can anyone help me Please? Thanks JoAnne

Nick's683/4 · 07-24-2004, 03:48 AM

I put a 79 3/4 ton front cross member in my 68 3/4. It went right in. I only had to drill one hole on both sides. Hope this helps.

Nick

67cst · 07-24-2004, 04:27 AM

i swapped an 85 1/2 ton front end on my 67, i think there was 6 bolts per side, 5 on each side lined up and the 6th was just out, you can ovalize the hole to fit or not even bother, from what i was told it isnt a big deal but i did cause it doesnt hurt, it was a super easy swap, i dont know why more guys dont do it, all that was out of wack was the brake lines that lead up to the prop valve, and it wasnt that hard to fix up...

ChevLoRay · 07-24-2004, 02:27 PM

When it comes to dropping the front end, my preference is spindles, over modified A-arms. Bell Tech and DJM are two that come to mind. I don't know if Early Classic has dropped spindles for 73 and up, or not.

We used DJM on my son's '96. He had a set of 15x8's on it at the time. We had to go to a 15x7 to get the right back spacing in order to clear the tie rod end. I think the wheels we got had a 3.5-inch back space, while the 8-inch wide wheels had a 4-inch back space. That was all it took. However, if you are gonna use a 16-inch, or larger, diameter wheel, it shouldn't be a problem.

PanelDeland · 07-24-2004, 03:13 PM

You should also do a search on the FAQ's. There's probably a very thorough thread on this.There's probably info on lowering spindles too.

07-23-2004, 07:42 PM	#1
jover Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Mexico, NY, USA Posts: 73	Hey Guys I need your guidance again! Well today I picked up the whole front crossmember out of a 77 GMC 1/2 ton to put in my 68 C10 Stepside. Now what I'm asking is a while ago there was a great informational thread someone put on giving kind of like a step by step of how and what to do to make the transition as painless as possible. I also want to drop the front end in the process. Can any of my dear pro's out there help me. I should of copied it when I saw it but copier wouldn't cooperate with me that day, so I didn't get to save it, now I can't find it. Can anyone help me Please? Thanks JoAnne

07-24-2004, 03:48 AM	#2
Nick's683/4 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Oakley CA Posts: 165	I put a 79 3/4 ton front cross member in my 68 3/4. It went right in. I only had to drill one hole on both sides. Hope this helps. Nick __________________ 70 1 ton with a 454 and a 4 speed and a np205

07-24-2004, 04:27 AM	#3
67cst i love summertime Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Kelowna BC Posts: 4,302	i swapped an 85 1/2 ton front end on my 67, i think there was 6 bolts per side, 5 on each side lined up and the 6th was just out, you can ovalize the hole to fit or not even bother, from what i was told it isnt a big deal but i did cause it doesnt hurt, it was a super easy swap, i dont know why more guys dont do it, all that was out of wack was the brake lines that lead up to the prop valve, and it wasnt that hard to fix up... __________________ 1967 shortbox stepside Chevy, 365 hp 327, th400. GLOVE BOX LIGHTS FORSALE, click link for info http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=273724

07-24-2004, 02:27 PM	#4
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	When it comes to dropping the front end, my preference is spindles, over modified A-arms. Bell Tech and DJM are two that come to mind. I don't know if Early Classic has dropped spindles for 73 and up, or not. We used DJM on my son's '96. He had a set of 15x8's on it at the time. We had to go to a 15x7 to get the right back spacing in order to clear the tie rod end. I think the wheels we got had a 3.5-inch back space, while the 8-inch wide wheels had a 4-inch back space. That was all it took. However, if you are gonna use a 16-inch, or larger, diameter wheel, it shouldn't be a problem. __________________ Member Nr. 2770 '96 GMC Sportside; 4.3/SLT - Daily driven....constantly needs washed. '69 C-10 SWB; 350/TH400 - in limbo The older I get, the better I was.

07-24-2004, 03:13 PM	#5
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,992	You should also do a search on the FAQ's. There's probably a very thorough thread on this.There's probably info on lowering spindles too. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

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