71 c2500 centerlink - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

68williams · 11-13-2023, 02:58 PM

Good afternoon all,

I have a 71 c2500 camper that I'm playing around with. When I got it the center link had been cut off at the gear box end.. so its pretty much useless.

I plan doing some type of front disk swap but not sure which way to go yet. I was looking at the 8 lug disk kit from CPP. My question is can I take everything from outer tie rod to outer tie rod, including the steering box from a 73+ c20 truck? I would just rebuild the control arms I have and swap in the newer ball joint.

Could I take center link and stuff from a 72 c10?

And yes I want to keep 8 lug, trying to build a type of tow rig.

Thanks all.

**1970cstblazer** · 11-13-2023, 03:14 PM

1971 C20 should already have front disc brakes. First year for them.

1973-UP entire front suspension does fit the older trucks. I believe you have to elongate or drill a couple of holes in the frame, but it goes in.

20 and 30 series use larger diameter center links, so the 10 series unit is not recommended.

68williams · 11-13-2023, 03:25 PM

Interesting? was told it was a 71. its just a frame that I'm building to swap under a different truck. Might be a 70 then. Thanks for the info, new to the c20 game.

**1970cstblazer** · 11-13-2023, 03:28 PM

1967-70 was drum brake. Also, all of the steering joints were smaller than 1971-up.

**LockDoc** · 11-13-2023, 07:19 PM

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http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

LockDoc

68williams · 11-13-2023, 07:42 PM

LockDoc...thanks for the link.

**LockDoc** · 11-13-2023, 11:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 68williams

LockDoc...thanks for the link.

No problem.

LockDoc

**Sheepdip** · 11-14-2023, 01:12 AM

This was my experience, some of it might help you in sourcing parts.

https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=803011

11-13-2023, 02:58 PM	#1
68williams Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Brighton Michigan Posts: 5	71 c2500 centerlink Good afternoon all, I have a 71 c2500 camper that I'm playing around with. When I got it the center link had been cut off at the gear box end.. so its pretty much useless. I plan doing some type of front disk swap but not sure which way to go yet. I was looking at the 8 lug disk kit from CPP. My question is can I take everything from outer tie rod to outer tie rod, including the steering box from a 73+ c20 truck? I would just rebuild the control arms I have and swap in the newer ball joint. Could I take center link and stuff from a 72 c10? And yes I want to keep 8 lug, trying to build a type of tow rig. Thanks all. Last edited by LockDoc; 11-13-2023 at 07:17 PM. Reason: Removed WTB. Needs to be a Premium member to post WTB

11-13-2023, 03:14 PM	#2
1970cstblazer All stock and staying that way Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Elkland, PA Posts: 1,824	Re: 71 c2500 centerlink 1971 C20 should already have front disc brakes. First year for them. 1973-UP entire front suspension does fit the older trucks. I believe you have to elongate or drill a couple of holes in the frame, but it goes in. 20 and 30 series use larger diameter center links, so the 10 series unit is not recommended. __________________ 1970 K/5 Blazer CST 4WD, Medium Bronze, 93k ACT. miles, 350, 4 speed, rear positraction, 16.5" x 8.25" HD wheel option, tilt, tach, vacuum, AM/FM, manual throttle...Dad ordered and purchased new 4/70. Currently frame off restoration finally getting close to completion.. 1972 Cheyenne Super 20 2WD, DK Blue/White, 90K ACT. miles, 402, TH400, 4.10 open, tilt, tach, vacuum, A/C, AM/FM, manual throttle.. A mostly original paint never rusted Texas survivor... 2017 Sierra 1500 SLT 4WD, Black, 45k miles, 5.3, 6L80E, 3.42 LS, 20" polished wheels, everything but moonroof and 6.2... 2019 Canyon SLT 4WD, White, 62k miles, 3.6, 8L45, 3.23 LS, 18" wheels Last edited by 1970cstblazer; 11-13-2023 at 03:23 PM.

11-13-2023, 03:25 PM	#3
68williams Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Brighton Michigan Posts: 5	Re: 71 c2500 centerlink Interesting? was told it was a 71. its just a frame that I'm building to swap under a different truck. Might be a 70 then. Thanks for the info, new to the c20 game.

11-13-2023, 03:28 PM	#4
1970cstblazer All stock and staying that way Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Elkland, PA Posts: 1,824	Re: 71 c2500 centerlink 1967-70 was drum brake. Also, all of the steering joints were smaller than 1971-up. __________________ 1970 K/5 Blazer CST 4WD, Medium Bronze, 93k ACT. miles, 350, 4 speed, rear positraction, 16.5" x 8.25" HD wheel option, tilt, tach, vacuum, AM/FM, manual throttle...Dad ordered and purchased new 4/70. Currently frame off restoration finally getting close to completion.. 1972 Cheyenne Super 20 2WD, DK Blue/White, 90K ACT. miles, 402, TH400, 4.10 open, tilt, tach, vacuum, A/C, AM/FM, manual throttle.. A mostly original paint never rusted Texas survivor... 2017 Sierra 1500 SLT 4WD, Black, 45k miles, 5.3, 6L80E, 3.42 LS, 20" polished wheels, everything but moonroof and 6.2... 2019 Canyon SLT 4WD, White, 62k miles, 3.6, 8L45, 3.23 LS, 18" wheels

11-13-2023, 07:19 PM	#5
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,769	Re: 71 c2500 centerlink - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823 LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

11-13-2023, 07:42 PM	#6
68williams Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Brighton Michigan Posts: 5	Re: 71 c2500 centerlink LockDoc...thanks for the link.

11-14-2023, 01:12 AM	#8
Sheepdip Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Waterford California Posts: 2,626	Re: 71 c2500 centerlink This was my experience, some of it might help you in sourcing parts. https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=803011

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