PO welded brackets in front wheel wells. Why? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**K10-Kansas** · 07-10-2024, 10:25 AM

The previous owner welded a bracket, driver's and passenger side. Before I cut them off, am I right that they serve no purpose? It almost looks like they were intended to be a support for the inner wheel well. They are 1/4 inch from touching the wheel well. What could they have been for?

**1970cstblazer** · 07-10-2024, 10:53 AM

Never seen them before.

67C10Step · 07-10-2024, 10:56 AM

These are the kinds of things I wish for a time machine. Go back and watch the thought process that lead to this. Some would be good to know, others probably very entertaining.

**truckster** · 07-10-2024, 11:50 AM

That would be a heavy-duty bracket if its only purpose was to support the inner fender.

I would say cut it off.

HalfBrit · 07-10-2024, 11:57 AM

Looks like a home made upper mount for some extended travel shocks. "Not that there's anything wrong with that" LOL

57taskforce · 07-10-2024, 12:03 PM

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Originally Posted by HalfBrit

Looks like a home made upper mount for some extended travel shocks. "Not that there's anything wrong with that" LOL

Exactly what my thoughts are. Extra shock mounts, after all… back in the 80’s it was cool to have at least 4 shocks on each corner

KQQL IT · 07-10-2024, 12:30 PM

You think in 1970 something someone considered the truck living til 2024??

**kwmech** · 07-10-2024, 12:37 PM

I'll go with the others on a home brewed upper shock mount

**K10-Kansas** · 07-10-2024, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by HalfBrit

Looks like a home made upper mount for some extended travel shocks. "Not that there's anything wrong with that" LOL

Oh, yeah, I bet that's what they are for.

Thanks!

**Ol Blue K20** · 07-10-2024, 01:23 PM

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Originally Posted by 57taskforce

Exactly what my thoughts are. Extra shock mounts, after all… back in the 80’s it was cool to have at least 4 shocks on each corner

Hey! I remember the 80's! My K10 was double shocks all the way around....

RichardJ · 07-10-2024, 01:38 PM

More than twice as thick as the frame and only attached at the bottom?
Can't see that as a shock mount.

**kwmech** · 07-11-2024, 11:13 AM

Not every body does things right or in a fashion that makes sense

57taskforce · 07-11-2024, 11:16 AM

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Originally Posted by kwmech

Not every body does things right or in a fashion that makes sense

Exactly… clearly you’ve never met bubba or his welding machine!

57taskforce · 07-11-2024, 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Ol Blue K20

Hey! I remember the 80's! My K10 was double shocks all the way around....

Yep them were the days. The blazer frame that my 57 sits on had dual front shocks from the factory.

07-10-2024, 10:25 AM	#1
K10-Kansas Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2022 Location: Kansas City Posts: 497	PO welded brackets in front wheel wells. Why? The previous owner welded a bracket, driver's and passenger side. Before I cut them off, am I right that they serve no purpose? It almost looks like they were intended to be a support for the inner wheel well. They are 1/4 inch from touching the wheel well. What could they have been for? Attached Images __________________ 1971 C10 manual cab. 76 4x4 chassis. Cut short frame. Carbureted Blueprint 350, automatic 700r4. ~ James Last edited by K10-Kansas; 07-10-2024 at 11:16 AM.

07-10-2024, 10:53 AM	#2
1970cstblazer All stock and staying that way Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Elkland, PA Posts: 1,667	Re: PO welded brackets in front wheel wells. Why? Never seen them before. __________________ 1970 K/5 Blazer CST 4WD, Medium Bronze, 93k ACT. miles, 350, 4 speed, rear positraction, 16.5" x 8.25" HD wheel option, tilt, tach, vacuum, AM/FM, manual throttle...Dad ordered and purchased new 4/70. Currently frame off restoration finally getting close to completion.. 1972 Cheyenne Super 20 2WD, DK Blue/White, 90K ACT. miles, 402, TH400, 4.10 open, tilt, tach, vacuum, A/C, AM/FM, manual throttle.. A mostly original paint never rusted Texas survivor... 2017 Sierra 1500 SLT 4WD, Black, 45k miles, 5.3, 6L80E, 3.42 LS, 20" polished wheels, everything but moonroof and 6.2... 2019 Canyon SLT 4WD, White, 62k miles, 3.6, 8L45, 3.23 LS, 18" wheels

07-10-2024, 10:56 AM	#3
67C10Step Registered User Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Beebe, AR Posts: 2,471	Re: PO welded brackets in front wheel wells. Why? These are the kinds of things I wish for a time machine. Go back and watch the thought process that lead to this. Some would be good to know, others probably very entertaining. __________________ 1967 C10 1980 Jeep CJ5 2020 Toyota 4Runner 2024 Toyota Tundra

07-10-2024, 11:50 AM	#4
truckster Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Orem, Utah Posts: 7,954	Re: PO welded brackets in front wheel wells. Why? That would be a heavy-duty bracket if its only purpose was to support the inner fender. I would say cut it off. __________________ I have sworn upon the altar of God, eternal hostility against every form of tyranny over the mind of man. - Thomas Jefferson

07-10-2024, 11:57 AM	#5
HalfBrit Registered User Join Date: Feb 2021 Location: Kernersville, NC Posts: 90	Re: PO welded brackets in front wheel wells. Why? Looks like a home made upper mount for some extended travel shocks. "Not that there's anything wrong with that" LOL

07-10-2024, 12:30 PM	#7
KQQL IT At the body shop. Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Land of fruits and nuts. Posts: 5,237	Re: PO welded brackets in front wheel wells. Why? You think in 1970 something someone considered the truck living til 2024?? __________________ " That didnt make it any newer " " Dont antique the equipment "

07-10-2024, 12:37 PM	#8
kwmech Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Colfax-California Posts: 8,595	Re: PO welded brackets in front wheel wells. Why? I'll go with the others on a home brewed upper shock mount

07-10-2024, 01:38 PM	#11
RichardJ Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: So Cal Posts: 1,458	Re: PO welded brackets in front wheel wells. Why? More than twice as thick as the frame and only attached at the bottom? Can't see that as a shock mount. __________________ '67 GMC 2500, 292, 4spd, AC

07-11-2024, 11:13 AM	#12
kwmech Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Colfax-California Posts: 8,595	Re: PO welded brackets in front wheel wells. Why? Not every body does things right or in a fashion that makes sense



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