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Mtnman · 02-29-2008, 10:14 PM

OK so I want a 2wd I have looked over info on converting it

It seems that every bodys consensus is to just trade or buy a 2wd frame

Ok sure ,but where can I find one

seems like they are petty hard to find

any local ones you know of

or any one want a 4wd for 2wd

Thanks LT

bouncytruck · 02-29-2008, 11:19 PM

Finding a 2wd frame is harder than finding a 2wd truck. That's why so many are converting.

Where are you located in Washington? I believe that JohnboyMX has a frame he has mentioned wanting to sell in Kent.

Mtnman · 02-29-2008, 11:38 PM

thanks for intel

I live in kingston just across the big puddle

LUV2XCLR8 · 03-01-2008, 12:41 AM

Depends on how LOW you want to go. You can get ALOT lower with a 4wd
frame converted into a 2wd. I chose to find a 2wd frame to do my swap. It
all depends on what you want in the end, and if you plan on selling it later.
(The completed's on Evil Bay don't sell quite as high if they are converted)

bouncytruck · 03-01-2008, 02:55 AM

I've been toying with the idea of converting bouncytruck too. Since I want a bagged truck, it doesn't matter to me if it is factory 2wd or converted.

johnboymx · 03-01-2008, 03:00 AM

I have 2 of them. One is a factory 72 2wd rolling frame, the other is a 71 4x4 rolling frame that has been converted. The converted one is still 6 lug in the back but 5 lug disc in the front. I also have a complete runner driver that I am selling. http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/car/589461428.html

bouncytruck · 03-01-2008, 04:49 AM

Do I get commission if he buys it?

Mtnman · 03-01-2008, 07:37 AM

So if i understand a 4wd converted frame can go lower?

why is this

And I will pm ya about the frames with my phone so we can chat about it

Thanks bouncytruck LUV2XCLR8 and for the help

Livrat · 03-01-2008, 10:38 AM

If you decide to go ahead and convert yours and have any questions feel free to ask.
I have converted over a dozen throughout the years and currently have 4 converted ones in the yard and two more awaiting conversion.

Mtnman · 03-01-2008, 08:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Livrat

If you decide to go ahead and convert yours and have any questions feel free to ask.
I have converted over a dozen throughout the years and currently have 4 converted ones in the yard and two more awaiting conversion.

Sweet I would like to chat with ya aabout this cuz Im kinda torn between

front swap of frame swap

Ill pm ya with my info

Thanks again

**lks dcvn** · 03-01-2008, 08:16 PM

Okay - so where is the official 4wd to 2wd conversion post so we can add it to the FAQ (and so I can see what is involved in the conversion) -

Thanks Livrat!

bouncytruck · 05-30-2008, 06:20 PM

Here's an article that (sort of) explains how to convert from 4wd to 2wd.

http://www.sporttruck.com/techarticl...ion/index.html

Mint68 · 05-30-2008, 07:04 PM

There is on in the classifieds section of this site.

02-29-2008, 10:14 PM	#1
Mtnman Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: washington Posts: 8	1971 4x4 k5 OK so I want a 2wd I have looked over info on converting it It seems that every bodys consensus is to just trade or buy a 2wd frame Ok sure ,but where can I find one seems like they are petty hard to find any local ones you know of or any one want a 4wd for 2wd Thanks LT

02-29-2008, 11:19 PM	#2
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,049	Re: 1971 4x4 k5 Finding a 2wd frame is harder than finding a 2wd truck. That's why so many are converting. Where are you located in Washington? I believe that JohnboyMX has a frame he has mentioned wanting to sell in Kent. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

02-29-2008, 11:38 PM	#3
Mtnman Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: washington Posts: 8	Re: 1971 4x4 k5 thanks for intel I live in kingston just across the big puddle Last edited by Mtnman; 02-29-2008 at 11:40 PM.

03-01-2008, 12:41 AM	#4
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,484	Re: 1971 4x4 k5 Depends on how LOW you want to go. You can get ALOT lower with a 4wd frame converted into a 2wd. I chose to find a 2wd frame to do my swap. It all depends on what you want in the end, and if you plan on selling it later. (The completed's on Evil Bay don't sell quite as high if they are converted) __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Tow Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T

03-01-2008, 02:55 AM	#5
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,049	Re: 1971 4x4 k5 I've been toying with the idea of converting bouncytruck too. Since I want a bagged truck, it doesn't matter to me if it is factory 2wd or converted. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

03-01-2008, 03:00 AM	#6
johnboymx johnboymx Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: washington Posts: 127	Re: 1971 4x4 k5 I have 2 of them. One is a factory 72 2wd rolling frame, the other is a 71 4x4 rolling frame that has been converted. The converted one is still 6 lug in the back but 5 lug disc in the front. I also have a complete runner driver that I am selling. http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/car/589461428.html Last edited by johnboymx; 03-01-2008 at 03:02 AM.

03-01-2008, 04:49 AM	#7
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,049	Re: 1971 4x4 k5 Do I get commission if he buys it? __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

03-01-2008, 07:37 AM	#8
Mtnman Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: washington Posts: 8	Re: 1971 4x4 k5 So if i understand a 4wd converted frame can go lower? why is this And I will pm ya about the frames with my phone so we can chat about it Thanks bouncytruck LUV2XCLR8 and for the help

03-01-2008, 10:38 AM	#9
Livrat Member #1049 Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Troy Montana Posts: 3,940	Re: 1971 4x4 k5 If you decide to go ahead and convert yours and have any questions feel free to ask. I have converted over a dozen throughout the years and currently have 4 converted ones in the yard and two more awaiting conversion.

03-01-2008, 08:16 PM	#11
lks dcvn Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Columbus, Ohio Posts: 4,346	Re: 1971 4x4 k5 Okay - so where is the official 4wd to 2wd conversion post so we can add it to the FAQ (and so I can see what is involved in the conversion) - Thanks Livrat! Last edited by lks dcvn; 03-01-2008 at 08:17 PM.

05-30-2008, 06:20 PM	#12
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,049	Re: 1971 4x4 k5 Here's an article that (sort of) explains how to convert from 4wd to 2wd. http://www.sporttruck.com/techarticl...ion/index.html __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

05-30-2008, 07:04 PM	#13
Mint68 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Nebraska Posts: 762	Re: 1971 4x4 k5 There is on in the classifieds section of this site.

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