1 ton single wheel frame..... - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

qksilver · 10-19-2006, 10:32 PM

Is a 68 1 ton frame single wheel the same as what came under a dual rear wheel frame?
Thanks,
Steve

lpaine · 10-19-2006, 11:34 PM

I would think so, probably the only other difference might be a heavier set of leaf springs? The 67-72 factory assembly manual would show that,or somebody on here with more knowledge than me. I'm sure somebody will answer your question pretty quick.

crazy longhorn · 10-20-2006, 12:55 AM

Yea, 1 ton singles is a longhorn, or 9' step(133" wb). Thats the same frame under a short 1 ton dually, but as mentioned, the spring package is different

L

bad_turbo · 10-20-2006, 01:17 AM

my '69 one ton dually has a 175" wheelbase, but the frame does look like it had 4 feet or so added to the end of it. Could take a pic if needed.

**uncle** · 10-20-2006, 04:58 PM

Only if it's 133 wb.

crazy longhorn · 10-20-2006, 06:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by uncle

Only if it's 133 wb.

I think the factory also put out a 157" wb cab/chassis....but you might shout at Andy(longhorn mail) to be sure on the specs.

L

**uncle** · 10-20-2006, 07:53 PM

But, wouldn't the frame still be different (taller) at the back on the 157" wb?

Longhorn Man · 10-20-2006, 08:46 PM

the frame is taller on all one tons, but that doesn't matter, the frame is the same, single rear or daul rear... I think the springs may even be the same... just way more likely to have overloads on a daulie.

qksilver · 10-20-2006, 10:43 PM

Thanks guys............I didn't want to ask to many questions until I looked at it. For the price it's a good deal but the frame would be a bonus.

9footfan · 10-20-2006, 10:52 PM

frame and springs are the same. andy's correct--duals more likely to have auxilliary spring setup.

10-19-2006, 10:32 PM	#1
qksilver Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Southern Pines NC Posts: 3,853	1 ton single wheel frame..... Is a 68 1 ton frame single wheel the same as what came under a dual rear wheel frame? Thanks, Steve

10-19-2006, 11:34 PM	#2
lpaine Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Parksville, B.C. Canada Posts: 637	Re: 1 ton single wheel frame..... I would think so, probably the only other difference might be a heavier set of leaf springs? The 67-72 factory assembly manual would show that,or somebody on here with more knowledge than me. I'm sure somebody will answer your question pretty quick. __________________ 1969 G.M.C 3/4 Ton 920 (Canadian Version) 307 3 speed, currently apart 1998 Chevy 1/2 ton ex cab V-6 5 speed 1967 Chevy SWB - project truck; not started just yet

10-20-2006, 12:55 AM	#3
crazy longhorn Fabricate till you "puke" Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Ill Posts: 9,402	Re: 1 ton single wheel frame..... Yea, 1 ton singles is a longhorn, or 9' step(133" wb). Thats the same frame under a short 1 ton dually, but as mentioned, the spring package is different L __________________ 69 longhorn,4" chop,3/5 drop, 1/2 ton suspension/disc brakes,1 1/2" body drop,steel tilt clip, 5.3/Edelbrock rpm intake/600 carb, Hooker streetrod shorties,2 1/2" exhaust/ H pipe/50's Flows , 6 spd Richmond trans,12 bolt/ 3.40 gears....

10-20-2006, 01:17 AM	#4
bad_turbo turbo enthusiast Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: carmichael, ca. Posts: 1,826	Re: 1 ton single wheel frame..... my '69 one ton dually has a 175" wheelbase, but the frame does look like it had 4 feet or so added to the end of it. Could take a pic if needed. __________________ "But daddy, I didn't hit them all with a stick"...what my 6 year old tells me when I pick him up from school early for fighting "

10-20-2006, 04:58 PM	#5
uncle Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Conyers,Ga. Posts: 7,288	Re: 1 ton single wheel frame..... Only if it's 133 wb.

10-20-2006, 07:53 PM	#7
uncle Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Conyers,Ga. Posts: 7,288	Re: 1 ton single wheel frame..... But, wouldn't the frame still be different (taller) at the back on the 157" wb?

10-20-2006, 08:46 PM	#8
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	Re: 1 ton single wheel frame..... the frame is taller on all one tons, but that doesn't matter, the frame is the same, single rear or daul rear... I think the springs may even be the same... just way more likely to have overloads on a daulie.

10-20-2006, 10:43 PM	#9
qksilver Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Southern Pines NC Posts: 3,853	Re: 1 ton single wheel frame..... Thanks guys............I didn't want to ask to many questions until I looked at it. For the price it's a good deal but the frame would be a bonus.

10-20-2006, 10:52 PM	#10
9footfan get up! stand up! Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: austin,tx Posts: 345	Re: 1 ton single wheel frame..... frame and springs are the same. andy's correct--duals more likely to have auxilliary spring setup. __________________ 9FT STEPSIDE CLUB 40 1-1/2 ton stake 67 c30 disassembled & for sale 70 gmc 3500 canadian 9 foot "fenderside" pickup 06 silverado 71 vet enjoyed by my retired father wtb-67 chevy 1 ton 9ft stepside-in perfect condition

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