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barthmonster · 11-26-2007, 10:08 AM

I got my Son and I a '67 C10 Stepside Longbed 2wd (long-step??). He would like it to be a 4x4, the body is rust-free I can't believe it !! So which frame's should I be looking at??

Suburban '67-72 and / or '73-80 ??
Pickup '67-72 (longbed) or '73-80 ??

Any others?? Is the '73-80 a tougher deal because of cab-mounts, etc...??

Thanks guys in advance !! I'm new here and when we start, we'll do a picture-story of the restoration...

1969k10stepside · 11-26-2007, 10:27 AM

Really,any 4wd 67-72 frame can be used if you can lengthen or shorten the chassis and move body mounts..69-72 4wd frames are better than 67-68s though but the 67-68 frames can be used..73-87 frames can be used too but you have to shorten the chassis if it's a long bed just so your long bed will fit on there w/ out a big gap between the cab and bed.Same for a shortbed,a shortbed 73-87 chassis is longer than a 67-72 shortbed chassis...Same on a blazer chassis too.You will also have to change out body mounts if using a 73-87 chassis,and due to the frame design,will probably have to use a body lift...Easiest way-find a 67-72 4wd longbed chassis..second-find any 67-72 4wd chassis and modify to use.Last resort-find a chassis from a different era to use.

barthmonster · 11-26-2007, 10:33 AM

thanks, that helps a lot.

bouncytruck · 11-26-2007, 10:43 AM

Welcome to the board from Seattle. Keep an eye on the forsale sections - the pop up ever so often. Got any pics of the truck?

jdstx · 11-26-2007, 10:47 AM

Is the long step wheelbase longer than the long fleet wheel base?

1969k10stepside · 11-26-2007, 10:47 AM

Nope..as long as they are both 67-72 frames.Same frames,same mounts.

jdstx · 11-26-2007, 10:53 AM

I thought I read some where that the long steps were the same wheelbase lenght as the longhorn. I'll see if I can find it.

jdstx · 11-26-2007, 11:04 AM

I found it. The web site is antiquechevytrucks.com. It stated that stepsides were available in 1/2, 3/4 and 1 ton with wheelbases of 116", 127" and 133". If this is correct, the answer is... (yes and no)?

1969k10stepside · 11-26-2007, 11:45 AM

There was a 9' stepside bed for the one tons..It was only on the one ton chassis though.There was a short step bed for 1/2 tons (short wheel base),long step bed for 1/2 and 3/4 tons (Long wheel base),and the 9' stepbed on the one tons.The 9' stepbed was longer of course since the one ton chassis was longer.

barthmonster · 11-26-2007, 03:23 PM

here are a couple...

1969 GMC · 11-26-2007, 03:47 PM

Are you doing pure resto or are you going to take this thing offroading? If you are going with the latter, I would look at using a 73 and up 1 ton 4x4 frame, much stronger than the half and 3/4 ton frames.

barthmonster · 11-26-2007, 05:50 PM

Just a good 4x4 for a young man. We do want it to last, but it probably wont be off-roaded real hard...

Why the name 'Exxon Valdez', does that Ford leak a bit of oil?? haha?!

**jerry moss** · 11-26-2007, 06:40 PM

personally, i would look for a 71-72 rolling chassis, they have more bracing around the rear spring hangers, disc brakes in front, 205 transfer case all standard equipment. your existing body would be a direct bolt-on. the only body mod you might need to do is a high hump if you truck doesn't have one already--if it's a 4 speed, it'll have a high hump already.

teeitup · 11-26-2007, 07:10 PM

I PM'd you. I may be able to help. Thanks Randy

barthmonster · 11-26-2007, 09:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jerry moss

personally, i would look for a 71-72 rolling chassis, they have more bracing around the rear spring hangers, disc brakes in front, 205 transfer case all standard equipment. your existing body would be a direct bolt-on. the only body mod you might need to do is a high hump if you truck doesn't have one already--if it's a 4 speed, it'll have a high hump already.

This '67 IS a 4-speed and 6-cylinder. And if a larger hump WERE needed, a guy I know got around it with a small body-lift I think 2" is all.

**jerry moss** · 11-26-2007, 10:49 PM

sounds like you're all set, Randy can hook you up with whatever you need to do the swap and he's a great person to deal with.

**special-K** · 11-27-2007, 08:01 AM

Jerry`s right.Your cab is the same as a 4wd...there are only two types.You`ll need 4wd cab mounts,though.I have a 2wd body on a 4wd frame and only the VIN gives it away.We have a recent resident body-swapper here on the sight.I won`t mention any names,but his initials are JoesJunk.Search his threads and check it out.
These 8' Steepers look great as 4wds.I think there`s a picture "sticky" in the 4wd that`ll have some inspiring examples.

So...you have one of the best RVs ever made?Or,am I mistaken?I think you should show that thing off.BTW,nice find on the`67.

teeitup · 11-27-2007, 10:34 AM

Thanks Jerry, I appreciate it!!!

Tim thats what I told him and also the rad support bushings, while he was doing it.
He's not planning on doing this for for quite awhile though
Randy

**nightmare** · 11-27-2007, 10:37 AM

That is a nice truck to start a 4x conversion on. I like the bumper on the back. Do you have any more pics of it? I'm looking for ideas for my truck, when it comes time for the rear bumper.

By the way, hello from down south, Houston, TX.

barthmonster · 11-27-2007, 05:06 PM

Here. What do you like about that bumper, we ourselves were not too impressed with its looks...

A guy here in town has a '67 4x4 and my son (10) loves it. Gotta admit, the truck is kind of long, might look a lot better as a 4x4...

barthmonster · 11-27-2007, 05:09 PM

we'res the pics of the longsteps??

teeitup · 11-27-2007, 06:16 PM

Blazerman, has a 69 or 70 LWB step 4x4, it looks pretty neat.

toomanytoyz · 12-10-2007, 11:02 AM

Here's a Couple of Long Stepper's that i have Saved. Good Luck with your Project & Welcome From Indiana....................

Rick

72chevy327 · 12-10-2007, 11:44 AM

Can some one please list the mods needed on a 73+ frame to fit a short box 72. Thanks Quinn.

11-26-2007, 10:08 AM	#1
barthmonster Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Chamberlain, SD Posts: 183	what frame for 4x4 ?? I got my Son and I a '67 C10 Stepside Longbed 2wd (long-step??). He would like it to be a 4x4, the body is rust-free I can't believe it !! So which frame's should I be looking at?? Suburban '67-72 and / or '73-80 ?? Pickup '67-72 (longbed) or '73-80 ?? Any others?? Is the '73-80 a tougher deal because of cab-mounts, etc...?? Thanks guys in advance !! I'm new here and when we start, we'll do a picture-story of the restoration...

11-26-2007, 10:27 AM	#2
1969k10stepside Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: USA Posts: 21,019	Re: what frame for 4x4 ?? Really,any 4wd 67-72 frame can be used if you can lengthen or shorten the chassis and move body mounts..69-72 4wd frames are better than 67-68s though but the 67-68 frames can be used..73-87 frames can be used too but you have to shorten the chassis if it's a long bed just so your long bed will fit on there w/ out a big gap between the cab and bed.Same for a shortbed,a shortbed 73-87 chassis is longer than a 67-72 shortbed chassis...Same on a blazer chassis too.You will also have to change out body mounts if using a 73-87 chassis,and due to the frame design,will probably have to use a body lift...Easiest way-find a 67-72 4wd longbed chassis..second-find any 67-72 4wd chassis and modify to use.Last resort-find a chassis from a different era to use. Last edited by 1969k10stepside; 11-26-2007 at 10:29 AM.

11-26-2007, 10:33 AM	#3
barthmonster Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Chamberlain, SD Posts: 183	Re: what frame for 4x4 ?? thanks, that helps a lot.

11-26-2007, 10:43 AM	#4
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	Re: what frame for 4x4 ?? Welcome to the board from Seattle. Keep an eye on the forsale sections - the pop up ever so often. Got any pics of the truck? __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

11-26-2007, 10:47 AM	#5
jdstx Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Texas Posts: 63	Re: what frame for 4x4 ?? Is the long step wheelbase longer than the long fleet wheel base?

11-26-2007, 10:47 AM	#6
1969k10stepside Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: USA Posts: 21,019	Re: what frame for 4x4 ?? Nope..as long as they are both 67-72 frames.Same frames,same mounts.

11-26-2007, 10:53 AM	#7
jdstx Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Texas Posts: 63	Re: what frame for 4x4 ?? I thought I read some where that the long steps were the same wheelbase lenght as the longhorn. I'll see if I can find it.

11-26-2007, 11:04 AM	#8
jdstx Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Texas Posts: 63	Re: what frame for 4x4 ?? I found it. The web site is antiquechevytrucks.com. It stated that stepsides were available in 1/2, 3/4 and 1 ton with wheelbases of 116", 127" and 133". If this is correct, the answer is... (yes and no)?

11-26-2007, 11:45 AM	#9
1969k10stepside Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: USA Posts: 21,019	Re: what frame for 4x4 ?? There was a 9' stepside bed for the one tons..It was only on the one ton chassis though.There was a short step bed for 1/2 tons (short wheel base),long step bed for 1/2 and 3/4 tons (Long wheel base),and the 9' stepbed on the one tons.The 9' stepbed was longer of course since the one ton chassis was longer. Last edited by 1969k10stepside; 11-26-2007 at 11:49 AM.

11-26-2007, 03:23 PM	#10
barthmonster Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Chamberlain, SD Posts: 183	Re: what frame for 4x4 ?? here are a couple... Attached Images

11-26-2007, 03:47 PM	#11
1969 GMC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: The Rubber City Posts: 5,498	Re: what frame for 4x4 ?? Are you doing pure resto or are you going to take this thing offroading? If you are going with the latter, I would look at using a 73 and up 1 ton 4x4 frame, much stronger than the half and 3/4 ton frames. __________________ 1969 GMC K2500 1996 Honda Accord 2007 Kawasaki KLR 650

11-26-2007, 05:50 PM	#12
barthmonster Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Chamberlain, SD Posts: 183	Re: what frame for 4x4 ?? Just a good 4x4 for a young man. We do want it to last, but it probably wont be off-roaded real hard... Why the name 'Exxon Valdez', does that Ford leak a bit of oil?? haha?! Last edited by barthmonster; 11-26-2007 at 05:51 PM.

11-26-2007, 06:40 PM	#13
jerry moss Born Psycho Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: brentwood,cal,usa Posts: 4,936	Re: what frame for 4x4 ?? personally, i would look for a 71-72 rolling chassis, they have more bracing around the rear spring hangers, disc brakes in front, 205 transfer case all standard equipment. your existing body would be a direct bolt-on. the only body mod you might need to do is a high hump if you truck doesn't have one already--if it's a 4 speed, it'll have a high hump already. __________________ jerry moss 72 cheyenne super K20- tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,tow hooks,bumper guards,toolbox,aux. fuel tank,posi front and rear,plus other goodies!!! SOLD 69 suburban K20-tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,4 inch all spring lift,4 speed, 14 bolt full floater, dana 44 HD,warn winch,posi front and rear,tow hooks,plus other goodies. 73/80 chevy/gmc K20 SB400,turbo 400,205,tilt,a-c,gas hog. 77 K/5 cheyenne blazer-daily driver/beater. SON HAS IT NOW BRENTWOOD,CALIFORNIA

11-26-2007, 07:10 PM	#14
teeitup Just like to part out trucks!! Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Meriden, Ks-North of Topeka 10 miles Posts: 27,395	Re: what frame for 4x4 ?? I PM'd you. I may be able to help. Thanks Randy __________________ 67 Chev swb stepside 4x4 283 4 speed SOLD 72 blazer 4x4 4 speed Cheyenne 72 GMC swb 4x4 fleet 4 speed, original paint 1958 Cameo (one of 1405 built, it was my dads) 2020 chevy Apex 4x4 crew cab 1969 Z28 with the 302 1980 chevy swb 4x4 1964 chevell Malibu SS 1976 K20, sold new originally out of my dads chevy dealership Members that I've met, over 200 probably closer to 300 in the 12 years I've been on this site, everyone I met "It was a pleasure"

11-26-2007, 10:49 PM	#16
jerry moss Born Psycho Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: brentwood,cal,usa Posts: 4,936	Re: what frame for 4x4 ?? sounds like you're all set, Randy can hook you up with whatever you need to do the swap and he's a great person to deal with. __________________ jerry moss 72 cheyenne super K20- tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,tow hooks,bumper guards,toolbox,aux. fuel tank,posi front and rear,plus other goodies!!! SOLD 69 suburban K20-tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,4 inch all spring lift,4 speed, 14 bolt full floater, dana 44 HD,warn winch,posi front and rear,tow hooks,plus other goodies. 73/80 chevy/gmc K20 SB400,turbo 400,205,tilt,a-c,gas hog. 77 K/5 cheyenne blazer-daily driver/beater. SON HAS IT NOW BRENTWOOD,CALIFORNIA



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11-27-2007, 08:01 AM	#17
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: what frame for 4x4 ?? Jerry`s right.Your cab is the same as a 4wd...there are only two types.You`ll need 4wd cab mounts,though.I have a 2wd body on a 4wd frame and only the VIN gives it away.We have a recent resident body-swapper here on the sight.I won`t mention any names,but his initials are JoesJunk.Search his threads and check it out. These 8' Steepers look great as 4wds.I think there`s a picture "sticky" in the 4wd that`ll have some inspiring examples. So...you have one of the best RVs ever made?Or,am I mistaken?I think you should show that thing off.BTW,nice find on the`67. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

11-27-2007, 10:34 AM	#18
teeitup Just like to part out trucks!! Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Meriden, Ks-North of Topeka 10 miles Posts: 27,395	Re: what frame for 4x4 ?? Thanks Jerry, I appreciate it!!! Tim thats what I told him and also the rad support bushings, while he was doing it. He's not planning on doing this for for quite awhile though Randy __________________ 67 Chev swb stepside 4x4 283 4 speed SOLD 72 blazer 4x4 4 speed Cheyenne 72 GMC swb 4x4 fleet 4 speed, original paint 1958 Cameo (one of 1405 built, it was my dads) 2020 chevy Apex 4x4 crew cab 1969 Z28 with the 302 1980 chevy swb 4x4 1964 chevell Malibu SS 1976 K20, sold new originally out of my dads chevy dealership Members that I've met, over 200 probably closer to 300 in the 12 years I've been on this site, everyone I met "It was a pleasure"

11-27-2007, 05:06 PM	#20
barthmonster Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Chamberlain, SD Posts: 183	Re: what frame for 4x4 ?? Here. What do you like about that bumper, we ourselves were not too impressed with its looks... A guy here in town has a '67 4x4 and my son (10) loves it. Gotta admit, the truck is kind of long, might look a lot better as a 4x4... Attached Images Last edited by barthmonster; 11-28-2007 at 09:48 PM.

11-27-2007, 05:09 PM	#21
barthmonster Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Chamberlain, SD Posts: 183	Re: what frame for 4x4 ?? we'res the pics of the longsteps??

11-27-2007, 06:16 PM	#22
teeitup Just like to part out trucks!! Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Meriden, Ks-North of Topeka 10 miles Posts: 27,395	Re: what frame for 4x4 ?? Blazerman, has a 69 or 70 LWB step 4x4, it looks pretty neat. __________________ 67 Chev swb stepside 4x4 283 4 speed SOLD 72 blazer 4x4 4 speed Cheyenne 72 GMC swb 4x4 fleet 4 speed, original paint 1958 Cameo (one of 1405 built, it was my dads) 2020 chevy Apex 4x4 crew cab 1969 Z28 with the 302 1980 chevy swb 4x4 1964 chevell Malibu SS 1976 K20, sold new originally out of my dads chevy dealership Members that I've met, over 200 probably closer to 300 in the 12 years I've been on this site, everyone I met "It was a pleasure"

12-10-2007, 11:02 AM	#23
toomanytoyz Luv the Crewcabs Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Andrews, In. 46702 Posts: 4,097	Re: what frame for 4x4 ?? Here's a Couple of Long Stepper's that i have Saved. Good Luck with your Project & Welcome From Indiana.................... Rick Attached Images __________________ 55 Nomad 52 Willys Truck 67 Stepper 67 Fleet 68 Wrecker 68 Suburban 76 Crewcab 79 Gmc Dumptruck 84 Blazer 86 Crewcab Stepside 87 Iroc 89 GMC Plow Truck 91 Camaro Vert 96 Z71 Stepsde

12-10-2007, 11:44 AM	#24
72chevy327 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: edmonton ab ca Posts: 88	Re: what frame for 4x4 ?? Can some one please list the mods needed on a 73+ frame to fit a short box 72. Thanks Quinn.

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