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09-07-2004, 01:30 AM
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converting to 4x4
Say I bought a half ton 4x4 parts truck, what would be involved in swapping my GMC to 4x4?
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09-07-2004, 01:37 AM
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easiest way would be to swap your engine and body onto the 4x4 frame...
but you could take the tailshaft (if they have the same trans, buy a different tailshaft if its a different trams), t-case, crossmember, engine crossmember, axle, driveshafts, trans tunnel (high hump)....etc.. |
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09-07-2004, 01:42 AM
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This truck is an 81+ but is rotted out nasty, but the frame looks decent, while my 73-80 body is good, but my frame is all twisted up, plus, the 3/4 ton stuff rides so unbelieveably rough :S
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09-07-2004, 06:19 AM
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Location: Franklin, NE
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converting to 4x4
Russell;
I think that it would be a wash as far as ride quality goes. My 78 k-10 rides like an ox cart, but it's been a long time since I've driven an 73-80 3/4 ton. Doug |
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09-07-2004, 06:44 AM
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Russell, swap your body onto the 4x4 frame, and make sure to use 81+ busings to mount your cab. |
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