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07-29-2016, 05:59 PM | #1 |
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Join Date: Jul 2016
Location: Warrenton, Va
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55 SWB body, but no frame/chassis- need advice
Guys I am new here and this is a great forum. I just picked up a 55 SWB with a one piece fiberglass bed. Truck is in good shape but it is only the body. I need a frame/chassis. I have heard the 703-87 C10 is a good option but there are concerns about the track width up front? I want to lower it but not slam it. I can do a lot of the work myself and want to get it up and running.
I have looked for stock frame in the area but come up empty. I am really looking for some input and hopefully connect with someone that has done this swap. Thanks for any input you may offer. |
07-29-2016, 06:56 PM | #2 |
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Location: Winder, GA
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Re: 55 SWB body, but no frame/chassis- need advice
I know of one down here in GA if you are interested, but you should be able to find one in a VA/MD/WVA yard?
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07-29-2016, 08:14 PM | #3 |
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Location: Doodah Kansas
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Re: 55 SWB body, but no frame/chassis- need advice
post a wanted ad on craigslist, I see one a week on our local ads. (to be honest, sometimes they are mine haha, but the point is they ALL arent )
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07-30-2016, 04:44 AM | #4 |
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Re: 55 SWB body, but no frame/chassis- need advice
Joe, how's the weather in Doodah these days?
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07-30-2016, 09:24 AM | #5 |
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Location: Doodah Kansas
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Re: 55 SWB body, but no frame/chassis- need advice
its pretty hot, typical wichita summer. if I work outside I have to make sure I am out of the driveway before 12 and the sun comes around the corner.
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07-30-2016, 10:48 PM | #6 |
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Location: Oblong, Illinois
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Re: 55 SWB body, but no frame/chassis- need advice
What does the fiberglass bed look like?
We really liked Warrenton when we lived there. Beautiful area. |
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