just got a 81 crew cab

[Robertw]

i just traded for a 81 crew cab 3/4 ton and i want to build a 1/2 ton short wheel base i know there are threads on here but i can seem to find them on were to cut both of the rear frame's and stuff and what all do i need to change the front end to 1/2 ton thanks for any info

[f.monroe]

Search for Ojoes Crewcab build . It will be some useful reading for you . Be sure to post pics of your progress so we can all enjoy .
Frank

[Robertw]

frank i will just as soon as i start on it i looked at ojoes but didnt see were it said were to cut and how much

[toomanytoyz]

Originally Posted by Robertw

frank i will just as soon as i start on it i looked at ojoes but didnt see were it said were to cut and how much

The info you need is in this Thread( http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=218953) Go to post # 9 & He has outlined the Details that you Need to Make your Cuts............

I Used the Info on a 86 3/4 ton Crew stepper that im currently building, Here are a Couple Pics of my Project...........

Good Luck with your Project & Post up some Pics when you get a Chance.

Rick

[Robertw]

thanks tomanytoyz so on the front end i can keep the cross member and just use the 1/2 ton upper and lower a arm's and spindles and again thanks guys

[Robertw]

tomanytoyz thats going to be a cool step side when your done

[Primer70]

That step side is cool toomanytoyz, I haven't ever seen a Chevy / GMC crew cab step side before, I seen lots of Dodge & Fords. But if I was going to do one I'd stretch the 1/2 ton frame & box it in. The 3/4 & 1 ton frame hang down to low for my liking.