frame swap ?

[texxxas]

hey... does anyone know of a maybe mid 80's frame that would work fairly simple under a '58 SWB... any possibilities by removing CV joints from a front wheel drive donor frame...could it be used with a drive shaft type application?
Thanks
David

[1-ton of fun]

i have read that s-10 frames can work

[Norselander]

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php3?t=150626

[bigblockguy]

Are you looking to use a 2wd or 4wd frame? I have a '62 Chevy 2wd frame and a '63 GMC front end that uses torsion bars (makes it very easy to raise and lower the front end and keep front end geometry correct). Where in Texas are you located?

[texxxas]

thanks guys...2wd is what i am wanting...i live in northeast texas...norselander did you have any problems later because of moving spring hangers?

[bigblockguy]

Email me direct at 81vette4speed@cox.net - I may have what you're looking for.

[Norselander]

Actually, the former owner set it up. It hasn't been completed, but it looks pretty good. Should I use this setup I will make certain that the driveline angle is correct (optimized). This may necessitate a slight rotation of the rear axle housing.

[qksilver]

I am doing a swap on my 57, using a 66 frame , all the measurements are so close as not to be a problem. I am using the cab and core support mounts off the 57 frame. Otherwise spacers etc, it will look clean and factory when done. 2 things to work out are the steering coloum and mounting the brake booster on the firewall. I am using a 72 power booster and the hanging pedals.
As far as the cab mounts go, I drilled the rivets out, clamped them in place, same distance above frame as on the 57 and then redrilled the frame to match the 57 cab mounts. I used grade 8 bolts. Much cheaper than updating the 57 frame to get a modern style front and rear suspension

[OldJimmy57]

QKSILVER, I just did the very same thing. Except I am using a 68 Frame. So it already has the demples on the frame for the gear box from a later style to bolt up to. I am also setting a 1957 body down on this in this configuration. I guess I may need to start my own post about all this. E-mail me sometime and I will try to get some pics posted.

[milehightoyz]

just a bump to check in on qksilver and oldjimmy57s frame swap projects? bougth a 62 hauler and looking to set a 57 cab and front end on it any info, updates, pics would be great!

[cadman89]

I posted about a guy in St Augustine with a 55 on a72 with pictures...
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=189367

Cadman

[jollyroger]

I used a 74 blazer 4X4 chassis on my 58. The only problem with using the late model stuff is track width. Kinda makes the tires stick out too much. I did graft a late cross-member on a 53. I cut and narrowed the crossmember to get the wheels and tires under the fenders to fit right. Sorta looks goofy otherwise.