12-01-2013, 03:15 AM | #1 |
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Conversion?
How difficult is it to convert a C20 to a C10?
Are the frames different? Can i buy 5 lug disk conversion kits for them?
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12-01-2013, 08:42 AM | #2 |
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Re: Conversion?
Easy. Just simple parts replacement.
I believe the 20-series frame is heavier (thicker/larger channel) Yes,you can buy a kit. But,you could also buy the used C/10 stuff or a donor truck. If you aren't looking for drop spindles you can find stock parts for reasonable money from someone who installed drop spindles
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Re: Conversion?
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I'm sure stock spindles with shorter springs would be all I want. Who would make the kit for the spindles and disk brakes? Need ideas. Would this just involve swapping the front spindles only? or also the upper and lower A arms? Guess it would also mean swapping out the rear axles or whole rear end to get 5 lug?
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12-01-2013, 12:03 PM | #4 |
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Re: Conversion?
I'd just drop a stock 5 lug crossmember out of a truck. Only 10 bolts hold them in. I bet you could do a front rear complete swap for under $500. Unless you have sentimental value in it, you may be better off just buying a c10
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