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smh292 · 06-22-2007, 09:27 PM

I found a local cab that is in better shape than the current one on my truck. The only bad spots appear to be the cab corners, rockers, and some of the floor near the doors. The new cab is for a maual and factory AC. The guy is keeping the AC unit. Would I have any problems converting this cab to auto and non AC? I don't know if the firewall is different and the pedal assembly is different? I have all the components in the old cab that I can swap over. Any thoughts?

lbpd719 · 06-22-2007, 10:47 PM

This should help..

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=225592

it's not everything you are asking about, but gives you an idea of the work involved..

71tahoe · 06-22-2007, 10:47 PM

The clutch unbolts and you should be able to plug the hole where the rod went through the firewall.

I'm not sure about how much work it would be to install a heater only. I saw somewhere that the firewall openings are different for AC trucks. It might have been someone trying to sell something no one really needs.

smh292 · 06-25-2007, 03:04 PM

So it sounds like all I would have to do to convert to Non A/C would be to cut the dash at the dotted line and weld in the bottom portion from my original cab and weld a filler plate to the firewall so I could cut the different hole for the standard blower box. It sounds like the pedals shouldn't be too hard either. I'm still going to have to do cab corners, rockers, and some floor work. Whats your thoughts on $250 for the cab with a title?

cdowns · 06-25-2007, 03:18 PM

really no need to weld up the dash you can still run vent hose to the ac outlets from your heater and have a more evenly distributed heat during the winter

faribran · 06-25-2007, 03:27 PM

what are u waiting for.. you havent paid the guy yet ?? !!

smh292 · 06-25-2007, 03:57 PM

I just want to make sure I don't jump into something that would be more of a headache than it is worth. I like the idea of leaving the A/C vents - less work. I would still need to modify the firewall some and fix the typical rust areas. I might go look it over again and snap some pictures. I think he said he would throw in the tailgate also which was GM original.

**john** · 06-25-2007, 05:28 PM

Its not hard to modify the firewall.

**special-K** · 06-25-2007, 10:38 PM

The trans hump is no problem.Alot of guys smooth the firewalls and use Vintage Air.You don`t want a/c,or you don`t want to mess with getting a working factory a/c system together?I think it`s a good price.You would be about to get back out of it if you needed.

06-22-2007, 09:27 PM	#1
smh292 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Phoenixville PA Posts: 197	Cab questions I found a local cab that is in better shape than the current one on my truck. The only bad spots appear to be the cab corners, rockers, and some of the floor near the doors. The new cab is for a maual and factory AC. The guy is keeping the AC unit. Would I have any problems converting this cab to auto and non AC? I don't know if the firewall is different and the pedal assembly is different? I have all the components in the old cab that I can swap over. Any thoughts? __________________ www.diverserides.com WTB 67-68 SWB, 350, Auto, Coil frame, Discs up front - PM me with details

06-22-2007, 10:47 PM	#2
lbpd719 Zappaphile! Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Los Banos, California Posts: 228	Re: Cab questions This should help.. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=225592 it's not everything you are asking about, but gives you an idea of the work involved.. __________________ 1969 C20 LWB Camper Special - The Beater.. 1998 Cheyenne V6 - 4/6 Drop - For The Son

06-22-2007, 10:47 PM	#3
71tahoe Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: Jonesboro, AR Posts: 916	Re: Cab questions The clutch unbolts and you should be able to plug the hole where the rod went through the firewall. I'm not sure about how much work it would be to install a heater only. I saw somewhere that the firewall openings are different for AC trucks. It might have been someone trying to sell something no one really needs.

06-25-2007, 03:04 PM	#4
smh292 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Phoenixville PA Posts: 197	Re: Cab questions So it sounds like all I would have to do to convert to Non A/C would be to cut the dash at the dotted line and weld in the bottom portion from my original cab and weld a filler plate to the firewall so I could cut the different hole for the standard blower box. It sounds like the pedals shouldn't be too hard either. I'm still going to have to do cab corners, rockers, and some floor work. Whats your thoughts on $250 for the cab with a title? __________________ www.diverserides.com WTB 67-68 SWB, 350, Auto, Coil frame, Discs up front - PM me with details

06-25-2007, 03:18 PM	#5
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: Cab questions really no need to weld up the dash you can still run vent hose to the ac outlets from your heater and have a more evenly distributed heat during the winter __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

06-25-2007, 03:27 PM	#6
faribran Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: AL Posts: 1,828	Re: Cab questions what are u waiting for.. you havent paid the guy yet ?? !! __________________ "

06-25-2007, 03:57 PM	#7
smh292 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Phoenixville PA Posts: 197	Re: Cab questions I just want to make sure I don't jump into something that would be more of a headache than it is worth. I like the idea of leaving the A/C vents - less work. I would still need to modify the firewall some and fix the typical rust areas. I might go look it over again and snap some pictures. I think he said he would throw in the tailgate also which was GM original. __________________ www.diverserides.com WTB 67-68 SWB, 350, Auto, Coil frame, Discs up front - PM me with details

06-25-2007, 05:28 PM	#8
john member #16 Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Yuba City Ca. Posts: 3,618	Re: Cab questions Its not hard to modify the firewall. Attached Images __________________ john http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showgroups.php board vendors http://www.flickr.com/photos/1745471...7602865984234/

06-25-2007, 10:38 PM	#9
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Cab questions The trans hump is no problem.Alot of guys smooth the firewalls and use Vintage Air.You don`t want a/c,or you don`t want to mess with getting a working factory a/c system together?I think it`s a good price.You would be about to get back out of it if you needed. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~



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