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Location: corktown,mi.
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Let me start with "i need help"!!!, my girlfriend has wanted a 65' suburban for awhile now. Now that my build is very close to completion, i was kicking around the idea to start a build for her. So here's the deal i found a "nice" burb' rather cheap, but it was converted to 4x4 already with an auto trans, me wanting the original equipment setup has me stumped. should i keep this setup and deal with whatever issues come about or use the factory 3/4ton 4X4 setup off a 65 longbed stepside i came across on one of my picks???? i can transport the parts no problem, i can remove the parts no problem, i can even have my good friend,neibor and welder for Michigan CAT do any fabrication and welding work, i can get the suspension parts cheap and good working order since they came off an old fire unit truck that kept the truck in top shape. i just need any info from folks that have done this setup (with long term success)to help me as i wanna get this build started ASAP cuz parts and trucks are gettin low on supply and high on prices... thanks for any input
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Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Sidney,b.c.
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Re: 2WD to 4WD burb' conversion
how was it converted?
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Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho
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Re: 2WD to 4WD burb' conversion
I agree with Ron, How was it converted?
IMO the best way to convert to a 4x4 is to start with the original frame and add the spring hangers, etc. Check out jonzcustomshop's '64 Suburban build in the '60-'66 Suburbans' section. http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=448681
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Re: 2WD to 4WD burb' conversion
im not sure as the vehicle is in a different state and its site unseen i just wanted some help before i bought another person build gone bad, i asked what the donor truck was and waiting for reply, what questions should i ask so im educated before i make an offer???
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Location: Sidney,b.c.
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Re: 2WD to 4WD burb' conversion
ask the question as to how the conversion was done. ask for pictures of the conversion. is it legal for street use
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Re: 2WD to 4WD burb' conversion
thanks i will ask tonight
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Location: FarEastern WVa
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Re: 2WD to 4WD burb' conversion
Good luck. I really like my 63 4x4 Burb. I'm not into slammed so this fit my style. Each their own though.
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