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casterbuster · 07-23-2009, 03:05 PM

Is it possible to swap my 1969 swb body to a 1990 chasis? Without alot of trouble.

chevy_mike · 07-23-2009, 03:26 PM

Is it possible? Yes. Without a lot of trouble? No.

**fine69** · 07-23-2009, 03:34 PM

And why would you want to?

mclairmo · 07-23-2009, 03:35 PM

Sounds like a lot of welding, hammering and swearing. Have to connect the steering column, brakes, all the brake lines, fuel lines, etc lines, radiator/fan, shifter, a/c, heater, wiring, custom gas tank, fuel filler, bumpers, and anything else that passes from the body to the frame.

Longhorn Man · 07-23-2009, 03:38 PM

wheel base needs modified, the frame needs flattened/home made body lift...
it's doable, but not practicly.

**D.PASSMORE** · 07-23-2009, 03:45 PM

If you need a 69-72 SWB frame, I'm sure there is few in your area, search through the classified section...

casterbuster · 07-23-2009, 03:48 PM

69 it 2wd 90 is 4wd

LOW DOUGH · 07-23-2009, 05:13 PM

Why

casterbuster · 07-23-2009, 05:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LOW DOUGH

Why

Because i want it 4wd, and besides why not?

casterbuster · 07-23-2009, 05:40 PM

refer to post 445 of show me some pics thread, this is the only reason why

**fine69** · 07-23-2009, 07:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by casterbuster

Because i want it 4wd, and besides why not?

Dude, dont get all irritated. You asked questions. You got answers.

hensonjd · 07-23-2009, 07:23 PM

JW? How do the frames on the late 70's model vehicles interchange with ours?

casterbuster · 07-23-2009, 10:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fine69

Dude, dont get all irritated. You asked questions. You got answers.

not irritated at all just saying why not?

Skirkpat · 07-23-2009, 11:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by casterbuster

not irritated at all just saying why not?

The same reason you would not steer a car with your feet, just a bad Idea. Nothing is close between those years except the # of wheels. A much better Idea would be to find a 1987 4x4 and swap trans/tranfercase and axles to your truck. or buy a 67-72 4x4 frame to put your cab on. JMO

MisterE72 · 07-24-2009, 12:12 AM

I though I saw the guys from powerblock start a project like this but with a ford. Check it out, it may give some clues as to what challenges to expect.

chuckmc8 · 07-24-2009, 05:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by casterbuster

Is it possible to swap my 1969 swb body to a 1990 chasis? Without alot of trouble.

Well, everythings a lot of trouble anyway.......so consider this. Instead of a 1990 model why not consider a donor 2000 and up complete runing gear with the 5.3 and tranny already installed?

I love my 2000 Z71..lots of power and great ride, yada yada and 16mpg on a 4x4

there are wrecked donor trucks out there that would be great candidates for the swap

LOW DOUGH · 07-24-2009, 09:44 AM

This truck?

I can't see were it says it is on a 90's frame. The truck looks good.

Quote:

Originally Posted by snickersisatisfy

Are you talking about this thread? How about some pics of 67-72 Trucks
Post 445??

LOW DOUGH · 07-24-2009, 09:46 AM

Infact it's not on a 90's frame unless they did a solid axle swap.

So, it makes me wounder if I am talking about the same truck you are. Post a pic of it if this isn't it. We love pics!!!!

casterbuster · 07-24-2009, 12:31 PM

I know it is not a 90's frame i was just looking for options I have a guy here interested in my boat and he has a 90 4x4 he was thinking of trading i am just waying my options.

07-23-2009, 03:05 PM	#1
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07-23-2009, 03:34 PM	#3
fine69 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Urbana,Ohio,USA Posts: 4,618	Re: is it possible? And why would you want to? __________________ 2008 Chevy HHR 1/2 panel. 1949 Chevy Panel truck(just sittin, waiting) Board member #6

07-23-2009, 03:35 PM	#4
mclairmo Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Take Off Posts: 1,908	Re: is it possible? Sounds like a lot of welding, hammering and swearing. Have to connect the steering column, brakes, all the brake lines, fuel lines, etc lines, radiator/fan, shifter, a/c, heater, wiring, custom gas tank, fuel filler, bumpers, and anything else that passes from the body to the frame. Last edited by mclairmo; 07-23-2009 at 03:36 PM.

07-23-2009, 03:38 PM	#5
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	Re: is it possible? wheel base needs modified, the frame needs flattened/home made body lift... it's doable, but not practicly.

07-23-2009, 03:45 PM	#6
D.PASSMORE One of the First Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: St. Augustine,FL. Posts: 4,059	Re: is it possible? If you need a 69-72 SWB frame, I'm sure there is few in your area, search through the classified section... __________________ DAVID PASSMORE ST AUGUSTINE ,FL ZIP 32084 '71 SWB K/10 CUSTOM DELUXE (Chili) '72 BLAZER K/5 Muscle Truck (Mule) '72 LWB K/20 CHEYENNE (Blackie)

07-23-2009, 03:48 PM	#7
casterbuster Mejor Que Nada Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: texas Posts: 232	Re: is it possible? 69 it 2wd 90 is 4wd __________________ The only thing that separates "Dreams" from "Reality" is TIME and MONEY!!!

07-23-2009, 05:13 PM	#8
LOW DOUGH I'M TRUCK CRAZY! Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Sachse, TEXAS Posts: 1,737	Re: is it possible? Why

07-23-2009, 05:40 PM	#10
casterbuster Mejor Que Nada Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: texas Posts: 232	Re: is it possible? refer to post 445 of show me some pics thread, this is the only reason why __________________ The only thing that separates "Dreams" from "Reality" is TIME and MONEY!!!

07-23-2009, 07:23 PM	#12
hensonjd Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Buffalo, Tx Posts: 422	Re: is it possible? JW? How do the frames on the late 70's model vehicles interchange with ours?

07-24-2009, 12:12 AM	#15
MisterE72 Keep Your Nose Clean Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: California Posts: 496	Re: is it possible? I though I saw the guys from powerblock start a project like this but with a ford. Check it out, it may give some clues as to what challenges to expect.

07-24-2009, 09:46 AM	#18
LOW DOUGH I'M TRUCK CRAZY! Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Sachse, TEXAS Posts: 1,737	Re: is it possible? Infact it's not on a 90's frame unless they did a solid axle swap. So, it makes me wounder if I am talking about the same truck you are. Post a pic of it if this isn't it. We love pics!!!! Last edited by LOW DOUGH; 07-24-2009 at 09:47 AM.

07-24-2009, 12:31 PM	#19
casterbuster Mejor Que Nada Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: texas Posts: 232	Re: is it possible? I know it is not a 90's frame i was just looking for options I have a guy here interested in my boat and he has a 90 4x4 he was thinking of trading i am just waying my options. __________________ The only thing that separates "Dreams" from "Reality" is TIME and MONEY!!!



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