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g1212969 · 11-26-2006, 05:13 PM

What should I expect to pay to have a 67 C-10 LWB shortened?
I've seen the post by glock35ipsc 10-14-04, and would like it done just like that. Thanks

stllookn · 11-26-2006, 07:40 PM

Welcome to the board from sunny Seattle, WA. TTT (to the top) for you...some that has paid to have this done will answer your question. I assume you want to shorten the frame and the bed or are you just going to purchase a short bed?

Post some pics of your truck!

BarryB · 11-26-2006, 07:48 PM

I have heard from 400 to 600 range. Don't quote me on it though. Just what ever you do MAKE sure whoever is going to do it that they are well qualified. Hate to hear later. You were driving down the road and OOPs The frame broke right in half on me.

jimmydean · 11-26-2006, 09:33 PM

I think a lot of the cost will depend on how much work you want to do up front. If you strip the truck to bare frame and take it to someone, I wouldn't expect to pay more then $200-$300. If you drive the truck in with the bed on and expect to drive out, I would expect about $600-$800.

For the easiest vs. cheapest, I would pull the bed and clean the frame, then tow it in/out. If you strip it al the way, you could then have it powder coated for about $300 once it's all welded up.

bgangsta999 · 11-26-2006, 09:45 PM

I know Early Classics sells frame stiffeners also. You might want to use them, I think there only 50 bucks...

http://www.earlyclassic.com/catalog....gory=New+Items

msgross · 11-26-2006, 09:51 PM

If you are going to pay someone I suggest that you look for a good SWB bed, sell yours and have the frame worked on. might be some board members in your area that have done it as well...

cdowns · 11-26-2006, 09:56 PM

to shorten a framw if you include new brake lines bushings springs etc. i'd expect $600-$800
now for a fleetside bed if you found somebody extremley capable to shorten it correctly?? i'd expect you'd have to spend $3000-$5000

Kid · 11-26-2006, 10:03 PM

To shorten your frame, you must cut it under the cab. I do some welding on the side, & have shortened a long bed frame ( & bed). I can only speak for my self, but because of the accuracy required to keep the frame straight, not to mention the need for good welds & splice plates, with your frame "bare" would be $375.00 to shorten the frame only. If you find a quote thats less, ask to see some of their work, or they are hungry..

1BadSS · 11-26-2006, 10:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Kid

To shorten your frame, you must cut it under the cab. I do some welding on the side, & have shortened a long bed frame ( & bed). I can only speak for my self, but because of the accuracy required to keep the frame straight, not to mention the need for good welds & splice plates, with your frame "bare" would be $375.00 to shorten the frame only. If you find a quote thats less, ask to see some of their work, or they are hungry..

Hey kid, where in KS are you? I need my frame shortened.

BarryB · 11-26-2006, 10:46 PM

And here I am trying to sell a perfect good shortframe. I would almost give it away if somebody was interested in it. Key word "almost".
Also take KID 's advice ask for references.

1BadSS · 11-26-2006, 10:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BarryB

And here I am trying to sell a perfect good shortframe. I would almost give it away if somebody was interested in it. Key word "almost".
Also take KID 's advice ask for references.

I'd take it if I had a way to get it. Yours is the one with the bent support isnt it?

BarryB · 11-27-2006, 12:32 AM

Yeah mine was. I beleive I am going to have to straighten it before I get any offers. If I don't get any takers after that. It will be going to the crusher.

1BadSS · 11-27-2006, 12:47 AM

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Originally Posted by BarryB

Yeah mine was. I beleive I am going to have to straighten it before I get any offers. If I don't get any takers after that. It will be going to the crusher.

Heck before that happens i'd send a truck down there to get it.

Brad · 11-27-2006, 03:44 AM

It cost me $500 to shorten my frame. I brought in a rolling frame and it took just a couple days. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=181633

**Ron 586** · 11-27-2006, 12:14 PM

Welcome from West Tennessee. If you want the easy way out I have a 1967 SWB frame that has been blasted, Eastwoods rust encapicator, and Eastwoods black frame paint. It has been upgraded with a 85 GMC front cross member with all the suspension parts new with a power steering box mounted. It has a 72 rear end to complete the 5 lug wheel conversion. It is rolling on 60% or better Goodyear Wrangler tires mounted on 8" Ralleys The only thing it needs is shocks and you are ready to mount metal. Delivery is possiable for a fee. $1000 for frame you pick it up, or add $1.00 a mile Mapquest miles to your door. PM for details. (serious inquiry only).

**LockDoc** · 11-27-2006, 04:23 PM

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I have one too. It's a bare, coil spring, shortbed frame in excellent condition. Been blasted and POR-15 coated. I would take $400 for it and I live about 60 miles East of Des Moines, IA.

I shortened my original one using Glock's instructions and it worked out great. The only thing I did different was I boxed the frame in that area.

LockDoc

11-26-2006, 05:13 PM	#1
g1212969 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: NE Nebraska Posts: 1	Cost to shorten a frame? What should I expect to pay to have a 67 C-10 LWB shortened? I've seen the post by glock35ipsc 10-14-04, and would like it done just like that. Thanks

11-26-2006, 07:40 PM	#2
stllookn Saving 1 truck at a time! Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Kent, WA Posts: 6,465	Re: Cost to shorten a frame? Welcome to the board from sunny Seattle, WA. TTT (to the top) for you...some that has paid to have this done will answer your question. I assume you want to shorten the frame and the bed or are you just going to purchase a short bed? Post some pics of your truck! __________________ '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 400/TH400 '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 468/TH400w/buckets '72 C20 Halfhorn (Longhorn w/o cab and front clip) '69 Flxible Cruiser (look up ugly in the dictionary)

11-26-2006, 07:48 PM	#3
BarryB Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Blountville, Tn. Posts: 3,904	Re: Cost to shorten a frame? I have heard from 400 to 600 range. Don't quote me on it though. Just what ever you do MAKE sure whoever is going to do it that they are well qualified. Hate to hear later. You were driving down the road and OOPs The frame broke right in half on me.

11-26-2006, 09:33 PM	#4
jimmydean Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Beaverton, OR Posts: 3,728	Re: Cost to shorten a frame? I think a lot of the cost will depend on how much work you want to do up front. If you strip the truck to bare frame and take it to someone, I wouldn't expect to pay more then $200-$300. If you drive the truck in with the bed on and expect to drive out, I would expect about $600-$800. For the easiest vs. cheapest, I would pull the bed and clean the frame, then tow it in/out. If you strip it al the way, you could then have it powder coated for about $300 once it's all welded up.

11-26-2006, 09:45 PM	#5
bgangsta999 The Best Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Fort Hood, TX Posts: 178	Re: Cost to shorten a frame? I know Early Classics sells frame stiffeners also. You might want to use them, I think there only 50 bucks... http://www.earlyclassic.com/catalog....gory=New+Items __________________ 70 shortbed C10 -------SOLD------- 1972 Chevy C-10 l/b Last edited by bgangsta999; 11-26-2006 at 09:51 PM.

11-26-2006, 09:51 PM	#6
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: Cost to shorten a frame? If you are going to pay someone I suggest that you look for a good SWB bed, sell yours and have the frame worked on. might be some board members in your area that have done it as well... Last edited by msgross; 11-26-2006 at 09:51 PM.

11-26-2006, 09:56 PM	#7
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: Cost to shorten a frame? to shorten a framw if you include new brake lines bushings springs etc. i'd expect $600-$800 now for a fleetside bed if you found somebody extremley capable to shorten it correctly?? i'd expect you'd have to spend $3000-$5000 __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

11-26-2006, 10:03 PM	#8
Kid Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Kansas Posts: 702	Re: Cost to shorten a frame? To shorten your frame, you must cut it under the cab. I do some welding on the side, & have shortened a long bed frame ( & bed). I can only speak for my self, but because of the accuracy required to keep the frame straight, not to mention the need for good welds & splice plates, with your frame "bare" would be $375.00 to shorten the frame only. If you find a quote thats less, ask to see some of their work, or they are hungry.. __________________ The kid Build threads: 51 Jimmy http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=154951 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=219902 http://www.classictrucks.com/feature...uck/index.html 68 C10 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ad.php?t=50348

11-26-2006, 10:46 PM	#10
BarryB Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Blountville, Tn. Posts: 3,904	Re: Cost to shorten a frame? And here I am trying to sell a perfect good shortframe. I would almost give it away if somebody was interested in it. Key word "almost". Also take KID 's advice ask for references.

11-27-2006, 12:32 AM	#12
BarryB Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Blountville, Tn. Posts: 3,904	Re: Cost to shorten a frame? Yeah mine was. I beleive I am going to have to straighten it before I get any offers. If I don't get any takers after that. It will be going to the crusher.

11-27-2006, 03:44 AM	#14
Brad Out of the carpool lane. Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Clark Co, WA Posts: 5,672	Re: Cost to shorten a frame? It cost me $500 to shorten my frame. I brought in a rolling frame and it took just a couple days. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=181633 __________________ 1968 C-10 SWB, 5.7 Vortec/700R4/3.73 posi, Torch Red 1968 Camaro, 250/Powerglide, all original (No, I'm not gonna drop a 350 in it!...Jeez!) 2000 Honda VFR in the faster yellow! 2008 Husqvarna TE-610 1967 C-10 SWB 'Six Appeal'-Gone but not forgotten...

11-27-2006, 12:14 PM	#15
Ron 586 RIP Mr Ron Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Big Sandy, Tn. 38221 Posts: 8,150	Re: Cost to shorten a frame? Welcome from West Tennessee. If you want the easy way out I have a 1967 SWB frame that has been blasted, Eastwoods rust encapicator, and Eastwoods black frame paint. It has been upgraded with a 85 GMC front cross member with all the suspension parts new with a power steering box mounted. It has a 72 rear end to complete the 5 lug wheel conversion. It is rolling on 60% or better Goodyear Wrangler tires mounted on 8" Ralleys The only thing it needs is shocks and you are ready to mount metal. Delivery is possiable for a fee. $1000 for frame you pick it up, or add $1.00 a mile Mapquest miles to your door. PM for details. (serious inquiry only). __________________ Ron (Mr Round Tuit) Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle TN Message Forum TN Facebook Group SETN Truck Show My Photobucket Last edited by Ron 586; 11-27-2006 at 12:16 PM.

11-27-2006, 04:23 PM	#16
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,818	Re: Cost to shorten a frame? - I have one too. It's a bare, coil spring, shortbed frame in excellent condition. Been blasted and POR-15 coated. I would take $400 for it and I live about 60 miles East of Des Moines, IA. I shortened my original one using Glock's instructions and it worked out great. The only thing I did different was I boxed the frame in that area. LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 - Last edited by LockDoc; 11-27-2006 at 04:32 PM.



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