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qksilver · 01-12-2006, 08:02 PM

I was stripping a 65 swb that i was going to use the frame and drive train under a really clean 65 LWB Big window.
Got the front end off today and was looking at the frame horns. Drivers side is straight , passengers has a kink right behind the front cross member.
I have 2 67-72 swb parts trucks, went looking and they look very close but the front frame horns are different.
Question , can I use a 67-72 frame under the 65 without changing cab and core support mounts? And what do I do about the front bumper.
I tried to find a 63-66 swb forever before i found this one. 67-72 seem to be pretty easy to find.
Thanks,
Steve

ozzyracing · 01-12-2006, 08:13 PM

Do you have any pics of the frame?

Someone needs to confirm but I thought I read on here somewhere that the frames from 63? to 72 for trucks and blazers were the same, but don't quote me on that one.

qksilver · 01-12-2006, 08:19 PM

I measured crosswise in a couple of different places and it is off over 1 1/2...........I had one frame straighten a while back and it twisted again in the same place. I am kind of hard on trucks.
Thanks,
Steve

zenish · 01-13-2006, 12:06 AM

try asking at www.chevytalk.com

Fred T · 01-13-2006, 01:08 AM

Everything changed in 67. Core support and everything is different. I know where there are some 63-66 frames, but Colorado is a long way from NC. You might try www.stovebolt.com and look in the for sale and wanted forums.

qksilver · 01-14-2006, 10:35 PM

I agree, I have run over 28,000 miles this year for parts. Need to find something closer....
thanks,
Steve

1967k30 · 01-14-2006, 10:51 PM

I was wondering the same thing because I have a 67' 4x4 that I have modifyed the frame on,{i won't elabrate} and may want to return it to a classic some day.The deal is I have a 67' 4x4 frame found but it's bent some. Is it an easy fix for a frame shop?

Fred T · 01-15-2006, 06:19 PM

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Originally Posted by 1967k30

I was wondering the same thing because I have a 67' 4x4 that I have modifyed the frame on,{i won't elabrate} and may want to return it to a classic some day.The deal is I have a 67' 4x4 frame found but it's bent some. Is it an easy fix for a frame shop?

That all depends on where the bend is and haw bad it is. It's easiest if there are no kinks and it's in a straight section. I would take some good pictures of the bend to a frame shop and ask their opinion.

62gmcv6 · 01-15-2006, 11:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by qksilver

I was stripping a 65 swb that i was going to use the frame and drive train under a really clean 65 LWB Big window.
Got the front end off today and was looking at the frame horns. Drivers side is straight , passengers has a kink right behind the front cross member.
I have 2 67-72 swb parts trucks, went looking and they look very close but the front frame horns are different.
Question , can I use a 67-72 frame under the 65 without changing cab and core support mounts? And what do I do about the front bumper.
I tried to find a 63-66 swb forever before i found this one. 67-72 seem to be pretty easy to find.
Thanks,
Steve

There are some swb frames down in tx.. I'm look at a cab and frame at this time. I

just need cab. I do some road trip your way some. bas479@msn.com

domino52761 · 01-15-2006, 12:36 PM

i konw where their is a 60s short bed frame get cheap but it a long way for you morning sun iowa not far missippi river it is strate 319-868-4244 ask for alan

qksilver · 01-15-2006, 11:45 PM

The bend is right behind the passenger side engine crossmember.
Thanks for the info.........

1967k30 · 01-19-2006, 10:53 AM

The one I was looking at is just twisted a little.Sorry to hijack the thread.

1BAD64 · 01-28-2006, 12:48 AM

ive got a short bed frame from a 63 .if you still looking for one.

01-12-2006, 08:02 PM	#1
qksilver Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Southern Pines NC Posts: 3,853	bent frame .........what options? I was stripping a 65 swb that i was going to use the frame and drive train under a really clean 65 LWB Big window. Got the front end off today and was looking at the frame horns. Drivers side is straight , passengers has a kink right behind the front cross member. I have 2 67-72 swb parts trucks, went looking and they look very close but the front frame horns are different. Question , can I use a 67-72 frame under the 65 without changing cab and core support mounts? And what do I do about the front bumper. I tried to find a 63-66 swb forever before i found this one. 67-72 seem to be pretty easy to find. Thanks, Steve

01-12-2006, 08:13 PM	#2
ozzyracing Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Arizona Posts: 260	Re: bent frame .........what options? Do you have any pics of the frame? Someone needs to confirm but I thought I read on here somewhere that the frames from 63? to 72 for trucks and blazers were the same, but don't quote me on that one. __________________ 65 SWB 454 350T

01-12-2006, 08:19 PM	#3
qksilver Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Southern Pines NC Posts: 3,853	Re: bent frame .........what options? I measured crosswise in a couple of different places and it is off over 1 1/2...........I had one frame straighten a while back and it twisted again in the same place. I am kind of hard on trucks. Thanks, Steve

01-13-2006, 12:06 AM	#4
zenish Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: stallings,nc Posts: 401	Re: bent frame .........what options? try asking at www.chevytalk.com __________________ 1964 c10 short step 1962 econoline van 1989 rs camaro 2006 yamaha vino 125 1975 goldwing

01-13-2006, 01:08 AM	#5
Fred T Cantankerous Geezer Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Bel Aire, KS Posts: 6,264	Re: bent frame .........what options? Everything changed in 67. Core support and everything is different. I know where there are some 63-66 frames, but Colorado is a long way from NC. You might try www.stovebolt.com and look in the for sale and wanted forums. __________________ Fred There is no such thing as too much cam...just not enough engine.

01-14-2006, 10:35 PM	#6
qksilver Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Southern Pines NC Posts: 3,853	Re: bent frame .........what options? I agree, I have run over 28,000 miles this year for parts. Need to find something closer.... thanks, Steve

01-14-2006, 10:51 PM	#7
1967k30 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: NE Posts: 363	Re: bent frame .........what options? I was wondering the same thing because I have a 67' 4x4 that I have modifyed the frame on,{i won't elabrate} and may want to return it to a classic some day.The deal is I have a 67' 4x4 frame found but it's bent some. Is it an easy fix for a frame shop? __________________ 01 2500 Duramax,6spd,4x4,Not stock. Estimated 550rwhp/1100rwfp on fuel only. 03 3500 Duramax,6spd,4x4,Pac-Brake,not stock Estimated 500rwhp/1000rwfp fuel only 67 K10 in many pieces Little Brothers truck 67 K20 Cummins 12V/NV4500/205, D60/Eaton w/ Detroit,37" Xterrains,crossover steering, Future plans,Twins and lots of fuel.

01-15-2006, 12:36 PM	#10
domino52761 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: muscatine iowa Posts: 17	Re: bent frame .........what options? i konw where their is a 60s short bed frame get cheap but it a long way for you morning sun iowa not far missippi river it is strate 319-868-4244 ask for alan __________________ russ 65 short box fleet side 94 s-10 blazer 88 chevy bretta gt my sons a train nut Last edited by domino52761; 01-15-2006 at 04:08 PM.

01-15-2006, 11:45 PM	#11
qksilver Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Southern Pines NC Posts: 3,853	Re: bent frame .........what options? The bend is right behind the passenger side engine crossmember. Thanks for the info.........

01-19-2006, 10:53 AM	#12
1967k30 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: NE Posts: 363	Re: bent frame .........what options? The one I was looking at is just twisted a little.Sorry to hijack the thread. __________________ 01 2500 Duramax,6spd,4x4,Not stock. Estimated 550rwhp/1100rwfp on fuel only. 03 3500 Duramax,6spd,4x4,Pac-Brake,not stock Estimated 500rwhp/1000rwfp fuel only 67 K10 in many pieces Little Brothers truck 67 K20 Cummins 12V/NV4500/205, D60/Eaton w/ Detroit,37" Xterrains,crossover steering, Future plans,Twins and lots of fuel.

01-28-2006, 12:48 AM	#13
1BAD64 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: MISSOURI Posts: 232	Re: bent frame .........what options? ive got a short bed frame from a 63 .if you still looking for one.



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