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joescott · 02-05-2010, 10:57 AM

But I would really like the input of you guys.
I have a 1967 gmc long bed step side 2wd and 250 that has a good bit of cancer. Most of the rust is in the bed and rear fenders but it does have the rotten cab corners. I was thinking about restoring the cab and building a flatbed.

I also have an 87 gmc suburban 4x4 with even more rust and wile it runs great, will not pass emissions.

My question: Has anyone here ever taken the cab and front clip from a 67-72 truck and mounted it on a 80 something sub frame? Was it worth the effort. Neither vehicle is a daily driver so time is not to much of an issue.

Thanks for your help!
Joe
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**Classic Heartbeat** · 02-05-2010, 01:39 PM

You would be better off converting the 67s frame to 4 wheel drive or seeking out a 67-72 4x4 frame, because the chassis are completely different. The67-72 4 wheel drive chassis are out there and this board is a good resource to find them. Good luck. WES

02-05-2010, 10:57 AM	#1
joescott Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Georgia Posts: 27	Thinking about starting a project. But I would really like the input of you guys. I have a 1967 gmc long bed step side 2wd and 250 that has a good bit of cancer. Most of the rust is in the bed and rear fenders but it does have the rotten cab corners. I was thinking about restoring the cab and building a flatbed. I also have an 87 gmc suburban 4x4 with even more rust and wile it runs great, will not pass emissions. My question: Has anyone here ever taken the cab and front clip from a 67-72 truck and mounted it on a 80 something sub frame? Was it worth the effort. Neither vehicle is a daily driver so time is not to much of an issue. Thanks for your help! Joe I

02-05-2010, 01:39 PM	#2
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,770	Re: Thinking about starting a project. You would be better off converting the 67s frame to 4 wheel drive or seeking out a 67-72 4x4 frame, because the chassis are completely different. The67-72 4 wheel drive chassis are out there and this board is a good resource to find them. Good luck. WES __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys



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