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Old 01-02-2012, 12:28 PM   #1
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Need advice on saving a cab or scrapping

Hey guys how is it going, I need advice on my cab. Should i fix it or replace it. Here's the problems..............................................Name:  207.jpg
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The cab is beat up from the bed hitting the cab from flexing while 4 wheeling the PO had the bed loose so it moved around a lot before I got the truck. I will post more pics if needed.
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Old 01-02-2012, 04:43 PM   #2
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Re: Need advice on saving a cab or scrapping

Are you building a show truck / trailer queen or a 4x4 that will used as a 4x4 ?
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Old 01-02-2012, 07:46 PM   #3
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Re: Need advice on saving a cab or scrapping

I'd run it if it was a 4x4 rig cab corners look solid.
better than most i see up here in wisconsin
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Old 01-03-2012, 12:33 AM   #4
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Re: Need advice on saving a cab or scrapping

If that is the only damage then definitely don't scrap it. If you don't want it someone else will. Use it or sell it.
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Old 01-03-2012, 01:17 AM   #5
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Re: Need advice on saving a cab or scrapping

If the corners, sills, floors, hinge pockets and lower firewall are not rusted out then definately keep it, a little hammer and dolly work is a LOT easier than replacing rusted out panels. If you can easily find better ones at the right price then buy them up and start shipping them up north and to the east coast.
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Old 01-12-2012, 11:02 AM   #6
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Re: Need advice on saving a cab or scrapping

Now this is unsaveable....
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Old 01-12-2012, 11:17 AM   #7
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Re: Need advice on saving a cab or scrapping

I agree that just some bodywork thats needed. Keep it or sell it.
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Old 01-12-2012, 11:53 AM   #8
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Re: Need advice on saving a cab or scrapping

You need to be honest with your self!
Goals and expectations
Time,money,tools,experience and a good network for help.
I almost left out patience... Huge
Good luck :0)
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