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03-07-2008, 06:44 AM
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Location: Orient Ohio
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1971 4x4
Hey this is the first time ive posted anything on here but ive been a member for a while. Im 16 and me and my brother just started on our 4x4. We got it for a pretty good price for what it is. Started off as a 71 2wd and it was put on a 4wd frame. I took the bed off the other day and started blastin it when i found that it was cut maybe 8 inches behind the cab. Its two clean cuts on each side and somebody tried to weld it so where u couldnt notice. I have no idea what would make them do this but i was wondering how bad it was. The only thing i can think of is i think that 80s chasis were longer than 67-72s but i still dont see why they would cut it behind the cab to shorten it instead of the back of the frame. Should i box the frame to make it stronger just incase? Any advice would help. Thanks
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03-07-2008, 07:16 AM
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Re: 1971 4x4
got any pics? boxing is not a bad idea if done properly
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03-07-2008, 07:20 AM
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Re: 1971 4x4
is it a short wheelbase? maybe the cut andused the rear half of the original truck and added the front of a 4x4 frame.it's hardto tell whatmay havebeen done over the past 40 years. got any pics? it sure wouldnt hurt to fish plate the inside of the frame drill your plate and plug weld it too.youcould boxit too if you want
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03-07-2008, 08:37 AM
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Re: 1971 4x4
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03-07-2008, 11:12 AM
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Re: 1971 4x4
if its on a 73-87 frame, the wheelbase is 4.5 inches longer than a 67-72. more than likely thats the reason for the cut
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