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karbias · 08-05-2013, 12:52 AM

Hello everybody,

I would like to start off saying that this is an awesome site! My current project is a 1968 c20, that I am trying to build into a swb. At the moment I don't have any big plans for the truck, hoping for it to be a shop truck eventually. My first question for you guys is, my truck is a 127" wheel base truck when I cut the frame what should my wheel base be? The reason I ask this is because I was flipping through a LMC and noticed that there was two different length bed sides for short beds. I am sure this is on the site somewhere but I have not been able to find it, so any info you guys may have would be awesome. Pictures coming soon --- hopefully. Thanks again

Tinkermc · 08-05-2013, 04:28 AM

Welcome to the forum. If I remember correctly the bed and frame get cut 10" in the rear and 12" in front of the axle. Someone else will chime in and get it straight.

**LockDoc** · 08-05-2013, 10:04 AM

to the board...

There is a lot of different information in the FAQ forum. Scroll down to the bottom of this page and you will see the "Forum Jump" box. Click on the little down arrow on the right side of the box and scroll down to "FAQ Truck Tech". On that page go down to "Thread / Thread Starter: FAQ Index thread". When you get into that scroll through the different sections and you will find answers to questions you haven't even thought of yet....

I could have just posted a direct link but there is a lot of good info in the FAQ section and now the people that read this thread will know how to get to it. Thanks to Krue for indexing the FAQ's

I shortened a frame using the instructions in the "Brakes and Suspension related FAQ's" section and it worked out great. I think there are also threads on installing air bags and static drops.

You might want to check out the "Projects and builds" forum for some good info also.

LockDoc

firedog · 08-05-2013, 10:06 AM

Welcome to the board from another fellow Missourian, what part of Missouri are you from?

Mr Chevorlet · 08-05-2013, 10:09 AM

Also welcome from missouri.

Bentblazer · 08-05-2013, 10:13 AM

Welcome

karbias · 08-05-2013, 10:49 AM

I am from Sedalia Mo.

I will try looking there and see if I can find anything, thank you guys for the help.

**Ol Blue K20** · 08-05-2013, 12:00 PM

Welcome from the left coast. Nor Cal to be exact

08-05-2013, 12:52 AM	#1
karbias Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Missouri Posts: 5	New guy from Mo. Hello everybody, I would like to start off saying that this is an awesome site! My current project is a 1968 c20, that I am trying to build into a swb. At the moment I don't have any big plans for the truck, hoping for it to be a shop truck eventually. My first question for you guys is, my truck is a 127" wheel base truck when I cut the frame what should my wheel base be? The reason I ask this is because I was flipping through a LMC and noticed that there was two different length bed sides for short beds. I am sure this is on the site somewhere but I have not been able to find it, so any info you guys may have would be awesome. Pictures coming soon --- hopefully. Thanks again

08-05-2013, 04:28 AM	#2
Tinkermc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Farmville, Va Posts: 3,026	Re: New guy from Mo. Welcome to the forum. If I remember correctly the bed and frame get cut 10" in the rear and 12" in front of the axle. Someone else will chime in and get it straight.

08-05-2013, 10:04 AM	#3
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,388	Re: New guy from Mo. to the board... There is a lot of different information in the FAQ forum. Scroll down to the bottom of this page and you will see the "Forum Jump" box. Click on the little down arrow on the right side of the box and scroll down to "FAQ Truck Tech". On that page go down to "Thread / Thread Starter: FAQ Index thread". When you get into that scroll through the different sections and you will find answers to questions you haven't even thought of yet.... I could have just posted a direct link but there is a lot of good info in the FAQ section and now the people that read this thread will know how to get to it. Thanks to Krue for indexing the FAQ's I shortened a frame using the instructions in the "Brakes and Suspension related FAQ's" section and it worked out great. I think there are also threads on installing air bags and static drops. You might want to check out the "Projects and builds" forum for some good info also. LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

08-05-2013, 10:06 AM	#4
firedog Registered User Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Festus, Missouri Posts: 1,004	Re: New guy from Mo. Welcome to the board from another fellow Missourian, what part of Missouri are you from? __________________ SOLD 1968 Chevy SWB Fleet 350/350 combo Tach/tilt/buddy buckets Bagged/18" Wheels Black on Black Project "Pandemic" the Farm Rat 1927 Chevy Capitol Truck Rat rod '30 Model A Frame Dual Carb 5.3 LS http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=804162 2007 GMC 4 DOOR 2WD BUILT 5.3 STAGE 3 CAM 93 TUNE LIFTED 22X12 WHEELS 33" TIRES 2023 Jeep RENEGADE Wifes ride

08-05-2013, 10:09 AM	#5
Mr Chevorlet Rusty Nuts Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Clever Missouri Posts: 1,338	Re: New guy from Mo. Also welcome from missouri. __________________ (Clever Missouri) Southwest Larry Mr Chevrolet My Build, The Marathon Truck http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=604414

08-05-2013, 10:13 AM	#6
Bentblazer Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Rolla Mo. Posts: 667	Re: New guy from Mo. Welcome __________________ "85" Monte Carlo SS "71" K5 (SOLD) "64" Chevelle 1930 Chevy two door rat

08-05-2013, 10:49 AM	#7
karbias Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Missouri Posts: 5	Re: New guy from Mo. I am from Sedalia Mo. I will try looking there and see if I can find anything, thank you guys for the help.

08-05-2013, 12:00 PM	#8
Ol Blue K20 Proprietor of Dale's Corner Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Vacaville , CA Posts: 15,932	Re: New guy from Mo. Welcome from the left coast. Nor Cal to be exact __________________ "Some Days Chickens And Some Days Feathers" Dale XNGH ECV Sam Brannan 1004 R.I.P. 67ChevyRedneck R.I.P. Grumpy Old Man



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