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11-28-2012, 01:44 AM
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which frame?
I have been looking at swapping a 67-72 body onto a newer truck, and I am wondering what frame would be the closest in length to a long box. I can weld and have basic fab. Skills. I have heard that all frames from 60-87 were the same, but i thought it was just 60-72.
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11-28-2012, 09:14 AM
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Re: which frame?
63-72's had the same basic frames (minor differences where some holes/mounts were located.
63-87's had the same basic front suspension set-up. The frames changed beyond the front cab mounts. 88-98's are completely different. It's easier to swap the later drivetrain into the earlier truck vs. swapping the body onto this chassis in most situations.
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11-28-2012, 10:59 AM
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Re: which frame?
The reason for the swap would be to get four wheel drive, so i can drive it in the winter. How hard would it be to swap a 4wd front end into an older truck? Assuming it is a leaf spring rear.
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11-28-2012, 11:06 AM
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Re: which frame?
Can't offer much advice on the 4wd swap. Try these guys.... http://diy4x.com/
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11-29-2012, 06:41 AM
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Re: which frame?
This will help you just over look the part he puts the cummins in it http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=310493
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