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Old 06-25-2007, 08:35 AM   #1
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4x4 frame conversion

Can I put a 72 SWB truck body on a 71 Blazer frame? I know it won't be easy, just wondering if things would "bolt up" or what. Wheel bases the same, etc? Thanks.
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Old 06-25-2007, 09:10 AM   #2
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Re: 4x4 frame conversion

Blazer frames are shorter and would have to be lengthened.
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Old 06-25-2007, 11:32 AM   #3
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Re: 4x4 frame conversion

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Old 06-25-2007, 12:03 PM   #4
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Re: 4x4 frame conversion

Or put the cab on and shorten the bed...a super short bed!
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Old 06-25-2007, 08:00 PM   #5
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Re: 4x4 frame conversion

If you shorten the bed, it's only 4 or 5 inches.. isnt it? It would still look pretty cool, and not hard to do for a body guy.
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Old 06-25-2007, 09:48 PM   #6
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Re: 4x4 frame conversion

do a serch on trazers and you will see a few truck cabs on blazer frames.
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Old 06-26-2007, 01:36 AM   #7
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Re: 4x4 frame conversion

Here's a couple of Trazer shots...


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Old 06-26-2007, 10:59 AM   #8
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Re: 4x4 frame conversion

It's more work than you think. I've done it. Cab mounts are different on rear. Need to put 2" body lift or cut out back of lower cab. They do ride nice though. Good luck.........Rick
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Old 06-26-2007, 11:53 AM   #9
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Re: 4x4 frame conversion

looks a little goofy imo
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