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Ackattack · 07-01-2007, 12:41 AM

I removed the cab of the 68 today. It didn't go great, but I got it done.

Basicly I used a cherry picker through the pass. window and a couple of chains and a engine leveler thing. I used the front cab frame mounts and the front seat mount holes to bolt through and lift from. Basically the cab is very front heavy so that gave me some problems then also the cherry picker was hitting the door and area behind the door. I wasn't too concerned about scratching the 68 cab, but when I go to pull the 72's cab it will be a big concern, so any tips would be great.

Oh yeah, I did this with my wifes help.....maybe I should just get a few buddys to help manhandle it.

Stroker · 07-01-2007, 11:01 AM

I think this is the best method for lifting with a portable cherry picker.
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...06#post1941906

I have used this method using a 4x4 and a fabbing a bracket to mount in on top of the lift arm. But if you'll be using one very often I think Kevin's design would be well worth the investment.

GMC AMI · 07-01-2007, 04:05 PM

You are lucky to have a GOOD wife to help you!

I had to use this old girl, pretty easy with the right tractor. Good luck on all your projects.

FRENCHBLUE72 · 07-01-2007, 04:08 PM

I got some beer and a couple of friends...

07-01-2007, 12:41 AM	#1
Ackattack Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Valley Center KS Posts: 3,525	Cab removal advice I removed the cab of the 68 today. It didn't go great, but I got it done. Basicly I used a cherry picker through the pass. window and a couple of chains and a engine leveler thing. I used the front cab frame mounts and the front seat mount holes to bolt through and lift from. Basically the cab is very front heavy so that gave me some problems then also the cherry picker was hitting the door and area behind the door. I wasn't too concerned about scratching the 68 cab, but when I go to pull the 72's cab it will be a big concern, so any tips would be great. Oh yeah, I did this with my wifes help.....maybe I should just get a few buddys to help manhandle it. __________________ Project Bruiser: 68 Pro-Touring C-10 5.3L / 4L60E Project Ironhide: 97 GMC Crew Cab 4x4 Cummins SOLD: '69 GMC 1/2T SWB TBI'd: Project No Buck Assembly Manual Index Sign up Thread!!! Factory Service Manual Index

07-01-2007, 11:01 AM	#2
Stroker Registered User Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Moore, Ok Posts: 1,149	Re: Cab removal advice I think this is the best method for lifting with a portable cherry picker. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...06#post1941906 I have used this method using a 4x4 and a fabbing a bracket to mount in on top of the lift arm. But if you'll be using one very often I think Kevin's design would be well worth the investment. __________________ 72 SWB parts and pieces Oklahoma

07-01-2007, 04:05 PM	#3
GMC AMI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: The Other Maine! Posts: 2,236	Re: Cab removal advice You are lucky to have a GOOD wife to help you! I had to use this old girl, pretty easy with the right tractor. Good luck on all your projects. Attached Images

07-01-2007, 04:08 PM	#4
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,608	Re: Cab removal advice I got some beer and a couple of friends... __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..



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