70 GMC 4wd version

[70stroker]

I have owned this truck for 11 years, bought it when i was 15 years old. I have done way to much to it to list. Small block converted to big block, 4.11 gears in the rearend, lowered it the right way after it was heated coils when i got it, so on and so forth.

I have always wanted a 4wd 67-72 and have never been really happy with the truck in 2wd configuration. Well last weekend i was browsing craigslist not looking for anything in particular when i came across a 71 4wd frame for 500 bucks. Needless to say i went and picked it up and brought her home.

Plans are
Strip frame either powdercoat or master series paint or chassis saver (Opinions welcome)
Re-gear front axle 4.11s to match my current 2wd rear axle.
Rebuild the front suspension
Swap over my bbc
swap in a 700r4 208 combo i have setting around
Get drive shafts made
4 inch rough country lift
33 inch mickey mtz's

Im sure there is alot i am missing. Pretty much i am shooting for a nice looking older truck that can still be used to pull a trailer, go to home depot and load stuff up. A truck that is taken care of but still used and not just driven on nice days.


Here is a a picture of the truck as it sits





Frame day i brought it home




New rear tires and stuffed in the garage


Tonight when i got home i pulled the front axle, here is what it looks like currently