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**ChiefRocka** · 05-16-2012, 12:39 AM

Hey all ...

Thinking about purchasing the '62 that '66burban' has for sale...

If it happens (sweet talking wifee

) would like to convert the rear suspension over to trailing arm....and I have a spare clean '63 3/4 ton rolling chassis for parts.

Will the trailing arm crossmember from the '63 interchange into the X-frame ??

Wondering if swaping the frames would be a better idea ??

I could correct the wheelbase, and graft on the rear frame horns for bumper mounting ??

Yes, I am going to get the '63 BBW going first.....

Thanks guys ...

hopped up · 05-16-2012, 12:46 AM

good question chief. im interested in the answer too. my friend that just picked up that 66 was asking me about that yesterday
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**Captainfab** · 05-16-2012, 12:56 AM

If it were mine, I would shorten the '63 C20 chassis and use that if you can. For me the '63 and up chassis' are much easier to upgrade to my liking. Yes I know I am always talking about keeping your original frame, but this is an instance where it is not difficult to do, and is a worthwhile upgrade. Of course keep in mind the DMV issues.

**ChiefRocka** · 05-16-2012, 01:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Captainfab

If it were mine, I would shorten the '63 C20 chassis and use that if you can. For me the '63 and up chassis' are much easier to upgrade to my liking. Yes I know I am always talking about keeping your original frame, but this is an instance where it is not difficult to do, and is a worthwhile upgrade. Of course keep in mind the DMV issues.

So....swapping in the xmember is not as easy as 1 2 3 ?

I wouldnt mind swapping frames ... Not a big deal, really.

I dont think the CA DMV will mind either....

**Captainfab** · 05-16-2012, 01:23 AM

I'm really not sure just how easy it would be. I would have to look at the '62 GMC frame I have at the shop to get an idea. I guess I'm just a little biased as I don't care for the '60-'62 X-member frames.

**ChiefRocka** · 05-16-2012, 01:32 AM

Either am I.

I had that 62 for a while, and wasnt impressed.

'63 and up, for sure
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**ChiefRocka** · 05-16-2012, 01:01 AM

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Originally Posted by hopped up

good question chief. im interested in the answer too. my friend that just picked up that 66 was asking me about that yesterday
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Dont think you will have a problem adding the trailing arm xmember to 66....
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05-16-2012, 12:39 AM	#1
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,150	GMC Suburban Questions .... Hey all ... Thinking about purchasing the '62 that '66burban' has for sale... If it happens (sweet talking wifee) would like to convert the rear suspension over to trailing arm....and I have a spare clean '63 3/4 ton rolling chassis for parts. Will the trailing arm crossmember from the '63 interchange into the X-frame ?? Wondering if swaping the frames would be a better idea ?? I could correct the wheelbase, and graft on the rear frame horns for bumper mounting ?? Yes, I am going to get the '63 BBW going first..... Thanks guys ... __________________ John What the Heck is that ?? CURRENT BUILDS: 62 BurbMaster Other Builds: My '63 C-10,LWB,CC,BBW '06 HD StrAight Axle Swap Father/Son '67 C-20, LQ9,4L80,Bagged,8-Lugger !!Good Friend Richard's Build AMERICAN CUSTOMS & CLASSICS (831) 630-1965 www.ACCHOLLISTER.com ACC on FACEBOOK "Rest in Peace, Mom & Dad ... I will see you again someday!"

05-16-2012, 12:46 AM	#2
hopped up Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: los angeles,ca Posts: 3,617	Re: GMC Suburban Questions .... good question chief. im interested in the answer too. my friend that just picked up that 66 was asking me about that yesterday Posted via Mobile Device

05-16-2012, 12:56 AM	#3
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,252	Re: GMC Suburban Questions .... If it were mine, I would shorten the '63 C20 chassis and use that if you can. For me the '63 and up chassis' are much easier to upgrade to my liking. Yes I know I am always talking about keeping your original frame, but this is an instance where it is not difficult to do, and is a worthwhile upgrade. Of course keep in mind the DMV issues. __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE

05-16-2012, 01:23 AM	#5
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,252	Re: GMC Suburban Questions .... I'm really not sure just how easy it would be. I would have to look at the '62 GMC frame I have at the shop to get an idea. I guess I'm just a little biased as I don't care for the '60-'62 X-member frames. __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE

05-16-2012, 01:32 AM	#6
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,150	Re: GMC Suburban Questions .... Either am I. I had that 62 for a while, and wasnt impressed. '63 and up, for sure Posted via Mobile Device __________________ John What the Heck is that ?? CURRENT BUILDS: 62 BurbMaster Other Builds: My '63 C-10,LWB,CC,BBW '06 HD StrAight Axle Swap Father/Son '67 C-20, LQ9,4L80,Bagged,8-Lugger !!Good Friend Richard's Build AMERICAN CUSTOMS & CLASSICS (831) 630-1965 www.ACCHOLLISTER.com ACC on FACEBOOK "Rest in Peace, Mom & Dad ... I will see you again someday!"



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