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texxxas · 04-24-2005, 02:50 AM

hey... does anyone know of a maybe mid 80's frame that would work fairly simple under a '58 SWB... any possibilities by removing CV joints from a front wheel drive donor frame...could it be used with a drive shaft type application?
Thanks
David

1-ton of fun · 04-27-2005, 10:39 AM

i have read that s-10 frames can work

Norselander · 04-27-2005, 06:16 PM

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php3?t=150626

bigblockguy · 04-27-2005, 08:11 PM

Are you looking to use a 2wd or 4wd frame? I have a '62 Chevy 2wd frame and a '63 GMC front end that uses torsion bars (makes it very easy to raise and lower the front end and keep front end geometry correct). Where in Texas are you located?

texxxas · 04-28-2005, 03:14 AM

thanks guys...2wd is what i am wanting...i live in northeast texas...norselander did you have any problems later because of moving spring hangers?

bigblockguy · 04-28-2005, 06:45 AM

Email me direct at 81vette4speed@cox.net - I may have what you're looking for.

Norselander · 04-28-2005, 03:47 PM

Actually, the former owner set it up. It hasn't been completed, but it looks pretty good. Should I use this setup I will make certain that the driveline angle is correct (optimized). This may necessitate a slight rotation of the rear axle housing.

qksilver · 04-30-2005, 12:46 AM

I am doing a swap on my 57, using a 66 frame , all the measurements are so close as not to be a problem. I am using the cab and core support mounts off the 57 frame. Otherwise spacers etc, it will look clean and factory when done. 2 things to work out are the steering coloum and mounting the brake booster on the firewall. I am using a 72 power booster and the hanging pedals.
As far as the cab mounts go, I drilled the rivets out, clamped them in place, same distance above frame as on the 57 and then redrilled the frame to match the 57 cab mounts. I used grade 8 bolts. Much cheaper than updating the 57 frame to get a modern style front and rear suspension

OldJimmy57 · 05-04-2005, 12:49 PM

QKSILVER, I just did the very same thing. Except I am using a 68 Frame. So it already has the demples on the frame for the gear box from a later style to bolt up to. I am also setting a 1957 body down on this in this configuration. I guess I may need to start my own post about all this. E-mail me sometime and I will try to get some pics posted.

milehightoyz · 02-22-2006, 01:20 AM

just a bump to check in on qksilver and oldjimmy57s frame swap projects? bougth a 62 hauler and looking to set a 57 cab and front end on it any info, updates, pics would be great!

cadman89 · 02-22-2006, 02:55 PM

I posted about a guy in St Augustine with a 55 on a72 with pictures...
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=189367

Cadman

jollyroger · 03-10-2006, 02:11 PM

I used a 74 blazer 4X4 chassis on my 58. The only problem with using the late model stuff is track width. Kinda makes the tires stick out too much. I did graft a late cross-member on a 53. I cut and narrowed the crossmember to get the wheels and tires under the fenders to fit right. Sorta looks goofy otherwise.

04-24-2005, 02:50 AM	#1
texxxas Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: longview, texas Posts: 34	frame swap ? hey... does anyone know of a maybe mid 80's frame that would work fairly simple under a '58 SWB... any possibilities by removing CV joints from a front wheel drive donor frame...could it be used with a drive shaft type application? Thanks David

04-27-2005, 06:16 PM	#3
Norselander Clunker Farm, Proprietor Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Coastal Northern California Posts: 124	http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php3?t=150626 __________________ Drew Chief Junk Jockey

04-27-2005, 08:11 PM	#4
bigblockguy Registered User Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 14	frame swap Are you looking to use a 2wd or 4wd frame? I have a '62 Chevy 2wd frame and a '63 GMC front end that uses torsion bars (makes it very easy to raise and lower the front end and keep front end geometry correct). Where in Texas are you located?

04-28-2005, 03:47 PM	#7
Norselander Clunker Farm, Proprietor Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Coastal Northern California Posts: 124	Actually, the former owner set it up. It hasn't been completed, but it looks pretty good. Should I use this setup I will make certain that the driveline angle is correct (optimized). This may necessitate a slight rotation of the rear axle housing. __________________ Drew Chief Junk Jockey

05-04-2005, 12:49 PM	#9
OldJimmy57 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: mesquite texas Posts: 143	QKSILVER, I just did the very same thing. Except I am using a 68 Frame. So it already has the demples on the frame for the gear box from a later style to bolt up to. I am also setting a 1957 body down on this in this configuration. I guess I may need to start my own post about all this. E-mail me sometime and I will try to get some pics posted. __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php3?t=145432

04-27-2005, 10:39 AM	#2
1-ton of fun polishing a turd Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: houston, tx Posts: 674	i have read that s-10 frames can work

04-28-2005, 03:14 AM	#5
texxxas Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: longview, texas Posts: 34	thanks guys...2wd is what i am wanting...i live in northeast texas...norselander did you have any problems later because of moving spring hangers?

04-28-2005, 06:45 AM	#6
bigblockguy Registered User Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 14	Email me direct at 81vette4speed@cox.net - I may have what you're looking for.

04-30-2005, 12:46 AM	#8
qksilver Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Southern Pines NC Posts: 3,853	I am doing a swap on my 57, using a 66 frame , all the measurements are so close as not to be a problem. I am using the cab and core support mounts off the 57 frame. Otherwise spacers etc, it will look clean and factory when done. 2 things to work out are the steering coloum and mounting the brake booster on the firewall. I am using a 72 power booster and the hanging pedals. As far as the cab mounts go, I drilled the rivets out, clamped them in place, same distance above frame as on the 57 and then redrilled the frame to match the 57 cab mounts. I used grade 8 bolts. Much cheaper than updating the 57 frame to get a modern style front and rear suspension

02-22-2006, 01:20 AM	#10
milehightoyz AttentionDeficitDisorder Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: COLORADO Posts: 600	Re: frame swap ? just a bump to check in on qksilver and oldjimmy57s frame swap projects? bougth a 62 hauler and looking to set a 57 cab and front end on it any info, updates, pics would be great!

02-22-2006, 02:55 PM	#11
cadman89 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 265	Re: frame swap ? I posted about a guy in St Augustine with a 55 on a72 with pictures... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=189367 Cadman __________________ 56 GMC 1922 Dodge Rat Roadster 89 Gray Allante 90 Red Allante Turkey Run Photographer http://www.turkeyrun.com/photo_gallery.html

03-10-2006, 02:11 PM	#12
jollyroger Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: houston Texas Posts: 35	Re: frame swap ? I used a 74 blazer 4X4 chassis on my 58. The only problem with using the late model stuff is track width. Kinda makes the tires stick out too much. I did graft a late cross-member on a 53. I cut and narrowed the crossmember to get the wheels and tires under the fenders to fit right. Sorta looks goofy otherwise.



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