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OneFine99 · 07-02-2002, 09:09 PM

Alright, I've got a '76 Chevy c-10 long bed project truck, and I'm wanting to convert it to 4-Wheel Drive. Now, what all is involved in such a swap, and what all would I need to do this? Would it be more practical to get a 4-wheel drive frame? Or to find everythin gi need at a junk yard? My goal/plans for the truck are 12" suspension, 4" body lift, 44" boggers, 5.14's front and rear, paint it viper blue, redo the whole interior. Pretty much looking to build a HUGE weekend toy, that I could take on short trips, haul something with it, or put around town reliably. Any suggestions/ideas are greatly appreciated.

diehardrider · 07-02-2002, 10:19 PM

Look for a k20 or k30. 2nd gens can be found for dime a dozen. Also the 3/4 ton running gear will be need for those boggers. I think 12 inch lift by itself will be fine. maybe a little fender trimming.
If you really want a shortbed i would still find a 4wd frame and swap in all heavy duty running gear.

fender · 07-03-2002, 01:41 AM

3/4 ton diffs will no be enough if you plans include anything else but driving slowly on the street. One ton running gear is mandatory for 44s if you want to wheel.
I suggest you sell the truck you have now, and try to find a 77-87 (91 if you want a crewcab) K30. The one tons already come with a dana 60 front, 14 bolt rear (dana 70 dually) which are strong enough for massive tires. The K30s also have stronger frames than the 1/2 and 3/4 tons and are less likely to crack.

bouncytruck · 07-03-2002, 11:38 AM

That's a lot of lift and a lot of tire. I would definately suggest 1 ton running gear too. Make sure you re-enforce the frame around the steering box. You'll tear that the first time you 4x with those tires. ORD sells a kit.

**JIMs70GMC** · 07-03-2002, 11:44 AM

Need to start with a one ton truck.

OneFine99 · 07-04-2002, 10:01 PM

Well....anyone got a one ton truck they're willin to part with for dirt cheap?

07-02-2002, 09:09 PM	#1
OneFine99 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Tx. Posts: 15	4-Wheel Drive Conversion? Alright, I've got a '76 Chevy c-10 long bed project truck, and I'm wanting to convert it to 4-Wheel Drive. Now, what all is involved in such a swap, and what all would I need to do this? Would it be more practical to get a 4-wheel drive frame? Or to find everythin gi need at a junk yard? My goal/plans for the truck are 12" suspension, 4" body lift, 44" boggers, 5.14's front and rear, paint it viper blue, redo the whole interior. Pretty much looking to build a HUGE weekend toy, that I could take on short trips, haul something with it, or put around town reliably. Any suggestions/ideas are greatly appreciated. __________________ **Vanessa** 1999 Chevrolet Z-71 LS Ex. Cab Summit White/Pewter 3" Performance Accessories Body lift 35x12.50 BFG's on 15x10 AR "Baja" series wheels Stull Billet Grille APC clear sidemarkers True Dual Exhaust with Flowmaster 40 series mufflers (cats removed) Port/Polished MAF 3.73's Ported TB Throttle Body Spacer Limo Tint all the way around, 5% eyebrow across the windhield JLAudio,PPI,Pioneer,Fultron stereo

07-03-2002, 01:41 AM	#3
fender Registered User Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: port moody, b.c. Posts: 24	3/4 ton diffs will no be enough if you plans include anything else but driving slowly on the street. One ton running gear is mandatory for 44s if you want to wheel. I suggest you sell the truck you have now, and try to find a 77-87 (91 if you want a crewcab) K30. The one tons already come with a dana 60 front, 14 bolt rear (dana 70 dually) which are strong enough for massive tires. The K30s also have stronger frames than the 1/2 and 3/4 tons and are less likely to crack. __________________ it takes many nails to build a crib, but only one screw to fill

07-03-2002, 11:38 AM	#4
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,049	That's a lot of lift and a lot of tire. I would definately suggest 1 ton running gear too. Make sure you re-enforce the frame around the steering box. You'll tear that the first time you 4x with those tires. ORD sells a kit. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

07-03-2002, 11:44 AM	#5
JIMs70GMC user # 2756 Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Chesapeake, Virginia Posts: 4,612	Need to start with a one ton truck. __________________ 1970 K25, 8' stepside bed 350/465/205 44 up front, 60 in the rear 4.10s rolling on 33" Dunlop MTs 1986 K5, 350/465/208 Dana 60/14 bolt from a cucv 36" Super Swampers TSL/SX 1983 K20 w/ CUCV axles, 350/700R4/208 sitting on 37" Goodyears 1986 M1031 6.2 diesel, TH400/NP205 locker in the rear and a LS in the front, all stock for now..... 1986 K30, 350/400/205 dana 60 and 14 bolt. I kept the drivetrain. Body/bad and chassis are gone. 1981 K30, 350/465/205 dana 60 and dually 14 bolt. Has a G80, and a flat bed. Going to replace the flat bed. 1985 K20, 350/400/208 10 bolt and SF 14 bolt. I wonder where I can find some 1 tons. Hmmmmm

07-04-2002, 10:01 PM	#6
OneFine99 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Tx. Posts: 15	Well....anyone got a one ton truck they're willin to part with for dirt cheap? __________________ **Vanessa** 1999 Chevrolet Z-71 LS Ex. Cab Summit White/Pewter 3" Performance Accessories Body lift 35x12.50 BFG's on 15x10 AR "Baja" series wheels Stull Billet Grille APC clear sidemarkers True Dual Exhaust with Flowmaster 40 series mufflers (cats removed) Port/Polished MAF 3.73's Ported TB Throttle Body Spacer Limo Tint all the way around, 5% eyebrow across the windhield JLAudio,PPI,Pioneer,Fultron stereo

07-02-2002, 10:19 PM	#2
diehardrider KEEP IT PINNED Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Hanford ,CA Posts: 111	Look for a k20 or k30. 2nd gens can be found for dime a dozen. Also the 3/4 ton running gear will be need for those boggers. I think 12 inch lift by itself will be fine. maybe a little fender trimming. If you really want a shortbed i would still find a 4wd frame and swap in all heavy duty running gear.



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