Wheelbase on lwb '72 for Dmax conversion - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**Chevy454** · 08-23-2007, 09:44 AM

What's the wheelbase on a '72 lwb truck, or even a '72 Sub? My buddy just called with a killer deal on a rolling Dmax chassis/drivetrain ($1500), so I'm trying to put it together in my head...

Longhorn Man · 08-23-2007, 03:01 PM

127 inches for both truck and burb

Ackattack · 08-23-2007, 03:04 PM

might also consider a longhorn if that gets you closer

Longhorn Man · 08-23-2007, 03:06 PM

that would be 133 inch wheel base.

**Chevy454** · 08-23-2007, 03:14 PM

Many thanks...how far off would the original '72 truck/burban sheet metal be on an '02 lwb 2wd chassis? Any ideas?

Ackattack · 08-23-2007, 04:06 PM

I have no actual facts, but I would imagine to make this work you may have to move the cab and core support mounts, move bed mounts, add spacers, trim down bed mounts as I'm sure the frame profile is different. But....I think it would definatly be worth doing and probably not really that hard at all. I say go for it!

Scott68-93-97 · 08-23-2007, 04:39 PM

I agree do it and post a lot of pics, this is an awsome mod

67ChevyRedneck · 08-23-2007, 04:42 PM

Is the D-max truck a regular cab, ex, or crew cab longbed?

Even if you have to cut and modify the frame some..... that would make for an AWESOME 67-72 whatever...

earl87gta · 08-23-2007, 05:22 PM

You guys need to check out diesel power mag i tihnk thats what it is called this month they have a writye up on a 70 SWB step side with a D-max in it. Maybe when I get home Ill scan it for you guys to see.

BCOWANWHEELS · 08-23-2007, 10:27 PM

Just Use The Stock Frame. A 6bt Will Fit With No Problem So The D-max Will Too. Frame Quality Is Better Than The New One Also.

67ChevyRedneck · 08-23-2007, 10:38 PM

I love these trucks, but my Z71 frame (similar year) is a hell of a lot stiffer than my 67's frame.

Plus isn't a D-Max considerably heavier than a 350 or big block? The newer truck frame (and front suspension) has been built to handle the extra weight.

I remember Dodge had problems in the mid 90's with front suspension failures on their 2500 and 3500 trucks from the added weight of a cummins engine.

That's just the way I see it

BCOWANWHEELS · 08-23-2007, 10:41 PM

D-max Is Same As Bbc. D-max Has Aluminum Heads Etc.

eedgell · 08-23-2007, 11:00 PM

I have a f#rd 7.3 Power Stroke, and it only has a 2 leaf front spring and a Dana 50 front. My point is the power stroke is arguably the heaviest diesel out there. Nothing special suspension wise up front. The D Max should be no problem IMO.

**Bowtie468** · 08-24-2007, 03:49 AM

In the current issue of Diesel Power mag (Sept '07), it features a '70 C-10 SWB running a Duramax.

You can also plan on MAJOR mods to the transmission tunnel. Those Allison trannys are HUGE !!! Keep us updated ! Sounds pretty cool !!

72armyswbtruck · 08-24-2007, 05:08 AM

Cool I am gonna have to read that one

Scott68-93-97 · 08-25-2007, 02:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by eedgell

I have a f#rd 7.3 Power Stroke, and it only has a 2 leaf front spring and a Dana 50 front. My point is the power stroke is arguably the heaviest diesel out there. Nothing special suspension wise up front. The D Max should be no problem IMO.

You should say the heaviest light duty truck diesel out there, hitachi has built a diesel that is 6 storys tall and 300 plus japanese men can stand on the decks of this thing and theres still room, its also the most powerful with 1 million lb/ft of torque with a max rpm of 300,

Anyway even though theres only 2 springs there thick and wide and designed for the weight doesn't meen a 67-72 frame is. The d max frame is a GMT800 chassis and is much much stronger than a 67-72 frame.

08-23-2007, 09:44 AM	#1
Chevy454 Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Alton, MO Posts: 145	Wheelbase on lwb '72 for Dmax conversion What's the wheelbase on a '72 lwb truck, or even a '72 Sub? My buddy just called with a killer deal on a rolling Dmax chassis/drivetrain ($1500), so I'm trying to put it together in my head... __________________ '72 Super Custom Suburban - 402/400, original bucket seats, 3rd seat, rear air, tilt A few Yenko cars Interested in COPOs, Yenkos or other dealer built muscle cars then go here:www.yenko.net

08-23-2007, 03:01 PM	#2
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: Wheelbase on lwb '72 for Dmax conversion 127 inches for both truck and burb

08-23-2007, 03:04 PM	#3
Ackattack Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Valley Center KS Posts: 3,525	Re: Wheelbase on lwb '72 for Dmax conversion might also consider a longhorn if that gets you closer __________________ Project Bruiser: 68 Pro-Touring C-10 5.3L / 4L60E Project Ironhide: 97 GMC Crew Cab 4x4 Cummins SOLD: '69 GMC 1/2T SWB TBI'd: Project No Buck Assembly Manual Index Sign up Thread!!! Factory Service Manual Index

08-23-2007, 03:06 PM	#4
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: Wheelbase on lwb '72 for Dmax conversion that would be 133 inch wheel base.

08-23-2007, 03:14 PM	#5
Chevy454 Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Alton, MO Posts: 145	Re: Wheelbase on lwb '72 for Dmax conversion Many thanks...how far off would the original '72 truck/burban sheet metal be on an '02 lwb 2wd chassis? Any ideas? __________________ '72 Super Custom Suburban - 402/400, original bucket seats, 3rd seat, rear air, tilt A few Yenko cars Interested in COPOs, Yenkos or other dealer built muscle cars then go here:www.yenko.net

08-23-2007, 04:06 PM	#6
Ackattack Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Valley Center KS Posts: 3,525	Re: Wheelbase on lwb '72 for Dmax conversion I have no actual facts, but I would imagine to make this work you may have to move the cab and core support mounts, move bed mounts, add spacers, trim down bed mounts as I'm sure the frame profile is different. But....I think it would definatly be worth doing and probably not really that hard at all. I say go for it! __________________ Project Bruiser: 68 Pro-Touring C-10 5.3L / 4L60E Project Ironhide: 97 GMC Crew Cab 4x4 Cummins SOLD: '69 GMC 1/2T SWB TBI'd: Project No Buck Assembly Manual Index Sign up Thread!!! Factory Service Manual Index

08-23-2007, 04:39 PM	#7
Scott68-93-97 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Fair Oaks, CA Posts: 475	Re: Wheelbase on lwb '72 for Dmax conversion I agree do it and post a lot of pics, this is an awsome mod __________________ 1968 Short Fleet 350/700r4 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=249435 1997 Bagged XtdCab Vortec350/4L60e http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...44#post2286144 1993 XtdCab Longbed 4x4 6.5Turbo/NV4500 "Daily Driver" 1985 Toyota XtdCab 4x4 22re/W-56/Dual T-cases, Doug Thorley Header, Homebrew front and rear spring packs, Tons of Mods to suspension and drivetrain, 35" boggers, coming soon ARB's and 5.29's, Possible 4.3/700r4 swap

08-23-2007, 04:42 PM	#8
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Re: Wheelbase on lwb '72 for Dmax conversion Is the D-max truck a regular cab, ex, or crew cab longbed? Even if you have to cut and modify the frame some..... that would make for an AWESOME 67-72 whatever... __________________ Jesse James 1967 C10 SWB Stepside: 350/700R4/3.73 1965 Ford Mustang: 289/T5-5spd/3.25 Trac-Loc 1968 Pontiac Firebird: Project Fire Chicken! 2015 Silverado Double Cab 5.3L Z71 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L 5spd 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Premium 2.0L Turbo 2011 Mustang V6 ~ Wife's ride American Born, Country by the Grace of God 1967 CST Shop Truck Rebuild! My 1967 C-10 Build Thread My Vintage Air A/C Install Project "On a Dime" Trying my hand at Home Renovation! 1965 Mustang Modifications!

08-23-2007, 05:22 PM	#9
earl87gta Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Kingsport TN Posts: 4,641	Re: Wheelbase on lwb '72 for Dmax conversion You guys need to check out diesel power mag i tihnk thats what it is called this month they have a writye up on a 70 SWB step side with a D-max in it. Maybe when I get home Ill scan it for you guys to see. __________________ Earl 68 2500 4x4 GMC Burb

08-23-2007, 10:27 PM	#10
BCOWANWHEELS Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: KINGSPORT,TN. Posts: 3,035	Re: Wheelbase on lwb '72 for Dmax conversion Just Use The Stock Frame. A 6bt Will Fit With No Problem So The D-max Will Too. Frame Quality Is Better Than The New One Also. __________________ I BELIEVE IN JOHN 3:16

08-23-2007, 10:38 PM	#11
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Re: Wheelbase on lwb '72 for Dmax conversion I love these trucks, but my Z71 frame (similar year) is a hell of a lot stiffer than my 67's frame. Plus isn't a D-Max considerably heavier than a 350 or big block? The newer truck frame (and front suspension) has been built to handle the extra weight. I remember Dodge had problems in the mid 90's with front suspension failures on their 2500 and 3500 trucks from the added weight of a cummins engine. That's just the way I see it __________________ Jesse James 1967 C10 SWB Stepside: 350/700R4/3.73 1965 Ford Mustang: 289/T5-5spd/3.25 Trac-Loc 1968 Pontiac Firebird: Project Fire Chicken! 2015 Silverado Double Cab 5.3L Z71 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L 5spd 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Premium 2.0L Turbo 2011 Mustang V6 ~ Wife's ride American Born, Country by the Grace of God 1967 CST Shop Truck Rebuild! My 1967 C-10 Build Thread My Vintage Air A/C Install Project "On a Dime" Trying my hand at Home Renovation! 1965 Mustang Modifications!

08-23-2007, 10:41 PM	#12
BCOWANWHEELS Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: KINGSPORT,TN. Posts: 3,035	Re: Wheelbase on lwb '72 for Dmax conversion D-max Is Same As Bbc. D-max Has Aluminum Heads Etc. __________________ I BELIEVE IN JOHN 3:16

08-23-2007, 11:00 PM	#13
eedgell It's the air up here Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Western Colorado Posts: 710	Re: Wheelbase on lwb '72 for Dmax conversion I have a f#rd 7.3 Power Stroke, and it only has a 2 leaf front spring and a Dana 50 front. My point is the power stroke is arguably the heaviest diesel out there. Nothing special suspension wise up front. The D Max should be no problem IMO. __________________ 1971 cheyenne k10 4 speed np 205 454 BB factory a/c Never drink down stream of the herd! Eric

08-24-2007, 03:49 AM	#14
Bowtie468 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Cecilia, Louisiana Posts: 1,638	Re: Wheelbase on lwb '72 for Dmax conversion In the current issue of Diesel Power mag (Sept '07), it features a '70 C-10 SWB running a Duramax. You can also plan on MAJOR mods to the transmission tunnel. Those Allison trannys are HUGE !!! Keep us updated ! Sounds pretty cool !! __________________ Chris click here to see my buildpage http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=394656 ---------------------------------- 1979 C10 Silverado Big10 SWB Factory 454/400 Cardinal Red/Santa Fe Tan (original paint) 1969 Camaro X44 LS swap 1968 C10 SWB Fleetside (SOLD) 468BBC MultiPort TPI / Dynamic EFI P4 Black/Black 1963 Nova SS convertible (SOLD) 194 I6/ PowerGlide Last edited by Bowtie468; 08-24-2007 at 11:16 AM. Reason: add more text

08-24-2007, 05:08 AM	#15
72armyswbtruck Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Idaho Posts: 4,034	Re: Wheelbase on lwb '72 for Dmax conversion Cool I am gonna have to read that one __________________ "Remember, They can Kill You, but they can't eat You, That's against the law!!!!!!!!!"



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