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10-18-2017, 01:38 AM
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Front end Swap
Hi All,
I want to convert to disc brakes and install drop spindles. I have a C20 (8 Lug). I was told the best and cheapest way to get this done is to install the front end off of a 73 -87 chevy truck as it will have disc brakes. I found this close by me on craigslist but its from a GMC - does anyone know if this will bolt right up like I've heard it should? Thanks! https://losangeles.craigslist.org/lg...347904242.html |
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10-18-2017, 07:19 AM
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Re: Front end Swap
They should be the same.
Jimmy
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10-18-2017, 09:27 AM
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But Found Her 25yrs Later!
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Re: Front end Swap
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I paid $50 for the 3/4 ton and $100 for the 1/2 ton.
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10-18-2017, 09:45 AM
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Re: Front end Swap
$300 and a bunch of rust? Pass.
Go look at a couple of wrecking yards and find a good donor. Then make the deal.
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10-18-2017, 11:03 AM
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But Found Her 25yrs Later!
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I lost my 65 - Found it 25 years later: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=426650 66 C20 Service Truck: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=428035 |
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10-18-2017, 11:49 AM
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Re: Front end Swap
Just did this not too long ago on my 62 c20. Had to drill a couple new holes and elongate a couple more, but pretty straightforward. I managed to pick up the complete setup with power steering box for $200 and thought I got a pretty decent deal.
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10-18-2017, 12:12 PM
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Re: Front end Swap
Something to help you along. http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=357610 Offer him $100 and see where that goes. It will probably need to be rebuilt anyway.
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10-18-2017, 12:45 PM
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Side note...just got back from visiting San Francisco last week, what a great city! |
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10-18-2017, 07:38 PM
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10-18-2017, 11:46 PM
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Re: Front end Swap
Thanks for the responses, everyone. Can I use my stick power steering components if I do this swap or do I have to change that out too?
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10-19-2017, 02:21 AM
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