DM install question - cost/labor - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Dustin07 · 07-14-2012, 07:07 PM

how long does it take to install a porterbuilt front dm on a 63+ frame approx? I have a '68 and I know mechanically I'm capable of doing it myself, I just don't know if I really have the time (school/work) and am considering supplying the parts to someone to do the front install for me. I already have a lot of the basics, compressors, bags, fittings, etc from previous projects.

SCOTI · 07-14-2012, 08:08 PM

The actual x-member & related components can be swapped in a long afternoon if the drivetrain is already out of the way. The R&P notches that are used (except for the mild DM) will still need to be welded in but the rest is pretty much a direct swap (some holes need to be enlarged per the instructions).

broey · 07-14-2012, 08:43 PM

I would say do it your self and use the money for a good quality alignment when everything is done.

07-14-2012, 07:07 PM	#1
Dustin07 Stirrer of the Pot Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: washington Posts: 477	DM install question - cost/labor how long does it take to install a porterbuilt front dm on a 63+ frame approx? I have a '68 and I know mechanically I'm capable of doing it myself, I just don't know if I really have the time (school/work) and am considering supplying the parts to someone to do the front install for me. I already have a lot of the basics, compressors, bags, fittings, etc from previous projects.

07-14-2012, 08:08 PM	#2
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,068	Re: DM install question - cost/labor The actual x-member & related components can be swapped in a long afternoon if the drivetrain is already out of the way. The R&P notches that are used (except for the mild DM) will still need to be welded in but the rest is pretty much a direct swap (some holes need to be enlarged per the instructions). __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

07-14-2012, 08:43 PM	#3
broey Square Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Phoenix Arizona Posts: 1,568	Re: DM install question - cost/labor I would say do it your self and use the money for a good quality alignment when everything is done. __________________ Squarebody Syndicate



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