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2bo.c10 · 10-18-2017, 01:38 AM

Hi All,

I want to convert to disc brakes and install drop spindles. I have a C20 (8 Lug). I was told the best and cheapest way to get this done is to install the front end off of a 73 -87 chevy truck as it will have disc brakes. I found this close by me on craigslist but its from a GMC - does anyone know if this will bolt right up like I've heard it should?

Thanks!

https://losangeles.craigslist.org/lg...347904242.html

**PGSigns** · 10-18-2017, 07:19 AM

They should be the same.
Jimmy

LostMy65 · 10-18-2017, 09:27 AM

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Originally Posted by 2bo.c10

Hi All,

I want to convert to disc brakes and install drop spindles. I have a C20 (8 Lug). I was told the best and cheapest way to get this done is to install the front end off of a 73 -87 chevy truck as it will have disc brakes. I found this close by me on craigslist but its from a GMC - does anyone know if this will bolt right up like I've heard it should?

Thanks!

https://losangeles.craigslist.org/lg...347904242.html

$300 is a bit high. I've bought both a 3/4 ton and a 1/2 ton complete front crossmember and all.
I paid $50 for the 3/4 ton and $100 for the 1/2 ton.

**Clyde65** · 10-18-2017, 09:45 AM

$300 and a bunch of rust? Pass.
Go look at a couple of wrecking yards and find a good donor. Then make the deal.

LostMy65 · 10-18-2017, 11:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Clyde65

$300 and a bunch of rust? Pass.
Go look at a couple of wrecking yards and find a good donor. Then make the deal.

I agree.

jcramsey · 10-18-2017, 11:49 AM

Just did this not too long ago on my 62 c20. Had to drill a couple new holes and elongate a couple more, but pretty straightforward. I managed to pick up the complete setup with power steering box for $200 and thought I got a pretty decent deal.

**Chevy Fleetside** · 10-18-2017, 12:12 PM

Something to help you along. http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=357610 Offer him $100 and see where that goes. It will probably need to be rebuilt anyway.

jcramsey · 10-18-2017, 12:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Chevy Fleetside

Something to help you along. http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=357610 Offer him $100 and see where that goes. It will probably need to be rebuilt anyway.

Glad you posted that...I've been wondering how to go about locating my idler arm and now I know!

Side note...just got back from visiting San Francisco last week, what a great city!

**Chevy Fleetside** · 10-18-2017, 07:38 PM

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Originally Posted by jcramsey

Glad you posted that...I've been wondering how to go about locating my idler arm and now I know!

Side note...just got back from visiting San Francisco last week, what a great city!

Nice place to visit. Car break ins are terrible. A lot more of it sucks too. Used to be a really great city now kind of sucks to live here.

2bo.c10 · 10-18-2017, 11:46 PM

Thanks for the responses, everyone. Can I use my stick power steering components if I do this swap or do I have to change that out too?

2bo.c10 · 10-19-2017, 02:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Chevy Fleetside

Something to help you along. http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=357610 Offer him $100 and see where that goes. It will probably need to be rebuilt anyway.

He went down to $200. I told him I have a tailgate in good shape that he is willing to take and make the price a little cheaper. He really wants all of my all original AC parts...but I'm not willing to part with them.

10-18-2017, 01:38 AM	#1
2bo.c10 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Long Beach, Ca Posts: 72	Front end Swap Hi All, I want to convert to disc brakes and install drop spindles. I have a C20 (8 Lug). I was told the best and cheapest way to get this done is to install the front end off of a 73 -87 chevy truck as it will have disc brakes. I found this close by me on craigslist but its from a GMC - does anyone know if this will bolt right up like I've heard it should? Thanks! https://losangeles.craigslist.org/lg...347904242.html

10-18-2017, 07:19 AM	#2
PGSigns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Hayes Va Posts: 4,569	Re: Front end Swap They should be the same. Jimmy __________________ 60 to 66 Chevy and GMC window decals http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=661131 Good friends, good food and a hotrod what else do you need? 1966 BBW long fleet Daily driver 1965 BBW short fleet Sold and going to a good home 1965 Suburban 2003 3500 Duramax 2005 Ultra Classic

10-18-2017, 09:45 AM	#4
Clyde65 1965 Chevy C10, 2005 4.8L/4l60 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 8,546	Re: Front end Swap $300 and a bunch of rust? Pass. Go look at a couple of wrecking yards and find a good donor. Then make the deal. __________________ Clyde65 Rebuild of Clyde http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post8338184 69 Aristocrat Lo Liner build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post7561684 *support our troops!*

10-18-2017, 11:49 AM	#6
jcramsey Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Marion, NC Posts: 851	Re: Front end Swap Just did this not too long ago on my 62 c20. Had to drill a couple new holes and elongate a couple more, but pretty straightforward. I managed to pick up the complete setup with power steering box for $200 and thought I got a pretty decent deal. __________________ The Egg Hauler The Government Mule

10-18-2017, 12:12 PM	#7
Chevy Fleetside Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: San Francisco Posts: 4,782	Re: Front end Swap Something to help you along. http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=357610 Offer him $100 and see where that goes. It will probably need to be rebuilt anyway. __________________ "A man and his truck, what a beautiful thing" 65 Short Fleetside BBC 65 Long Fleetside 283 3 on the tree for now. my build thread http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=259536

10-18-2017, 11:46 PM	#10
2bo.c10 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Long Beach, Ca Posts: 72	Re: Front end Swap Thanks for the responses, everyone. Can I use my stick power steering components if I do this swap or do I have to change that out too?



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