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Frames
I posted locally on CL i need a 70-72 chevy gmc shortbed frame,trailing arms, that accomidates power steering.
I already had one guy say he had a 70 frame, but it was under a 78 truck with leafs. morons. Are there any differences in the 70-72 then the newer? I know alot of guys have used newer frames up to 77 or so? I need a good frame for the stepper with PS. Mine has none. I don't want to end up with something wrong. Thanks guys.
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1972 C10 Deluxe.Shortbed. 402/400. A/C, white interior, needs complete restore. Project Red, white and blue. Used to be a Longbed apperently. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=451950 1971 c10 step 250 3 OTT 1969 c30 TOW-MATER. 307 4 speed, holmes 440 body. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=451082 2006 CTS-V LS2 6spd. |
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Re: Frames
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Re: Frames
I thought power steering frames were different than non for 68-72? I guess I am mistaken, I can just add PS to my 71 frame? I haven't pulled it apart yet to see if the dimple is there. But I have a 2wd PS box and pump from a 71 (I think) engine.
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1972 C10 Deluxe.Shortbed. 402/400. A/C, white interior, needs complete restore. Project Red, white and blue. Used to be a Longbed apperently. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=451950 1971 c10 step 250 3 OTT 1969 c30 TOW-MATER. 307 4 speed, holmes 440 body. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=451082 2006 CTS-V LS2 6spd. |
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Re: Frames
it'll bolt on.
The frames changed dramaticly in 73. Longer wheelbase, and a major kick up directly under the cab. A 4X4 can pull it off with a custom body lift and a relocated rear axle. But a 2 wheel drive can't do it. You'll end up with a mostly custom built frame and coulda saved time just going all out and full custom frame. |
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Re: Frames
This truck came into work the other day, this is on a 77 frame with power steering i guess. Nice truck!
But that is y i asked the frame questions.
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1972 C10 Deluxe.Shortbed. 402/400. A/C, white interior, needs complete restore. Project Red, white and blue. Used to be a Longbed apperently. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=451950 1971 c10 step 250 3 OTT 1969 c30 TOW-MATER. 307 4 speed, holmes 440 body. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=451082 2006 CTS-V LS2 6spd. |
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Re: Frames
Except for the dumb looking bed! I just don't get that.
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Re: Frames
power steering box should bolt right up to your 71 frame. Po added dimple to my 67 frame.
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its all about the +6 inches
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Re: Frames
Did you verify it had the claimed frame? It would be a LOT of work to make it work under a 2 wheel drive.
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I did not, only going by what he said, he told me the frame was junk, and he got a 77 rolling frame for it.
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1972 C10 Deluxe.Shortbed. 402/400. A/C, white interior, needs complete restore. Project Red, white and blue. Used to be a Longbed apperently. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=451950 1971 c10 step 250 3 OTT 1969 c30 TOW-MATER. 307 4 speed, holmes 440 body. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=451082 2006 CTS-V LS2 6spd. |
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its all about the +6 inches
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Re: Frames
i wonder if he ment he had one to put under it. He'll give up as soon as he puts the cab on
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Re: Frames
If he ever stops in again, i'll take some frame pictures. But he said he did all the work.
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1972 C10 Deluxe.Shortbed. 402/400. A/C, white interior, needs complete restore. Project Red, white and blue. Used to be a Longbed apperently. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=451950 1971 c10 step 250 3 OTT 1969 c30 TOW-MATER. 307 4 speed, holmes 440 body. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=451082 2006 CTS-V LS2 6spd. |
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