|
03-24-2009, 02:02 PM
|
#1 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2008
Location: Oklahoma City Oklahoma
Posts: 431
|
Lifting cab
Hey guys I need a little help. I am getting ready to shorten my longbed down to a shortbed and want to do it without taking the cab all the way off. I am using my truck as a dd right now and am affraid if I take the cab all the way off I will be going down a bad path... I already told my wife this wouldn't take up the garage for too long. Does anyone know how high i can lift the cab off of the frame without actually removing it completely?? I think if i can get it up a few inches it will give me enough room to cut and reweld the frame. I will be reinforcing it like glock35ipsc did on his build. I have read that faq like 20 times. My brother will be helping me with the welding and says it shouldn't be a problem (he's been welding for over 20 yrs). I just wanted to get some more input before jumping in with both feet. Thanks!
|
|
|
|
03-24-2009, 04:16 PM
|
#2 |
|
its all about the +6 inches
Join Date: Jan 2001
Location: Hilliard Ohio
Posts: 2,693
|
Re: Lifting cab
I don't see how you could clean and weld properly with the cab on the frame at all.
I would say get everything ready, then on thu upcoming 3 day weekend, pull it in on friday after work and you'll have 3 1/2 days to do it. You don't want to take any short cuts on the welding you'll do to the frame. |
|
|
|
|
03-24-2009, 06:54 PM
|
#3 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2008
Location: Oklahoma City Oklahoma
Posts: 431
|
Re: Lifting cab
That's kind of what i was worried about but i saw the one they did on sporttruck.com and they didn't take the cab off. That's what gave me the idea. But I would definitely take your word for it before than do something unsafe. You guys don't know how much I appreciate all the posts on this website. Looks like I'm taking the cab off! How long does it normally take to get one off. Hopefully I will have some progress to post on here before too long. Thanks again.
|
|
|
|
|
03-24-2009, 06:59 PM
|
#4 |
|
its all about the +6 inches
Join Date: Jan 2001
Location: Hilliard Ohio
Posts: 2,693
|
Re: Lifting cab
2 guys with strong backs, no beer, an engine hoist, no one nagging and complaining for you to do this or that... you should be able to pull the whole body off the frame in less than 8 hrs... that's added time IMO for rusted bolts and stuff. (assuming you do have air tools and a torch on hand)
I'd say 2 guys with the same equipment who know these trucks inside and out could have it done in less than 5 |
|
|
|
|
03-24-2009, 07:31 PM
|
#5 | |
|
Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2008
Location: Oklahoma City Oklahoma
Posts: 431
|
Re: Lifting cab
Quote:
|
|
|
|
|
|
03-24-2009, 07:45 PM
|
#6 |
|
its all about the +6 inches
Join Date: Jan 2001
Location: Hilliard Ohio
Posts: 2,693
|
Re: Lifting cab
it may be a good idea to have one lined up though... just in case.
You could just call in sick!  Keep us posted. Last edited by Longhorn Man; 03-24-2009 at 07:45 PM. |
|
|
|
|
03-24-2009, 07:56 PM
|
#7 |
|
Freedom isn't Free
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: OKC
Posts: 393
|
Re: Lifting cab
I strongly recommend that you cover every possible obstacle and plan ahead. I'd buy all the parts you could possibly need - you can always return them - it's better to have and not need, then get halfway into a project and be ass-out because you don't have the parts.
I would strongly recommend getting a cab mounting/bushing kit (in case you weren't planning on it) I'd test the fuel lines coming into the cab - they might come apart easily - and might need replaced. You're going to have the cowl off - spend 40 bucks on the cowl screen inserts/guards and take the opportunity for an easy convenient upgrade. don't forget to have the new brake lines - just my $.02 |
|
|
|
|
03-24-2009, 07:59 PM
|
#8 |
|
Freedom isn't Free
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: OKC
Posts: 393
|
Re: Lifting cab
also, have you considered the driveshaft issue????? Do you have an extra to be cut down - you mentioned it was your DD, right?
|
|
|
|
|
03-24-2009, 08:06 PM
|
#9 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2005
Location: Canton North carolina
Posts: 3,079
|
Re: Lifting cab
It can be done with the cab lifted. Lift cab, cut the frame, slide it back, make the second cut and slide the frame back and weld using a diamond shaped plate. Then you can cut the rear of the frame at your lessure. Be sure that you get good measurements and triple check them before you cut. I have seen the Z cut and seems to be the best route imo, also be sure to bevel the edges to get maximum weld contact. 2 day weekend should get it if no distractions or fires etc. Remember you will be working near gas lines and rubber so keep the extinguisher close at hand. Good luck.
__________________
67 blue step side- bb 68 gold and white swb cst anniversary 68 custom swb hot rod Ls swap 69 swb cst 6 cylinder/ overdrive 69 black/black cst bb swb 70 orange and white cst Canada built truck swb bb 71 black and white super swb bb 71 red and white super swb 72 green and white super swb 4x4 62 nova wagon 400 series Ls swapped 68 Camaro 327/4 speed- 1 owner, original paint 66 Volkswagen bettle 69 auto stick Volkswagen Beetle |
|
|
|
|
03-24-2009, 08:08 PM
|
#10 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2008
Location: Oklahoma City Oklahoma
Posts: 431
|
Re: Lifting cab
I have thought of the brake lines, driveshaft, and fuel lines. Haven't thought about the cowl and body mounts. Thanks blazer! I was doing some searching online and found a site that did a frame cut behind the cab. Has anybody on here tried this?? I'm already starting to feel something coming on for that monday!!
|
|
|
|
 |
| Bookmarks |
|
|
Linear Mode
