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Old 05-10-2010, 12:08 PM   #1
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Need info on shortening a crew cab.

Im going to look at a crew cab today and was just wondering if anybody has the specs on how much needs to be taken out of the frame to add a short bed.Also whats recommended for the drive shaft?My search fu is week so all help is super appreciated.

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Old 05-10-2010, 02:24 PM   #2
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Re: Need info on shortening a crew cab.

i think you take 14 inches out of the frame not sure on the drive shaft though.
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Old 05-10-2010, 02:58 PM   #3
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Re: Need info on shortening a crew cab.

http://www.73-87.com/7387garage/chas...lwb_to_swb.htm

Should be the same measurements.
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Old 05-10-2010, 04:48 PM   #4
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Re: Need info on shortening a crew cab.

Stay tuned I think I just bought myself a crewcab shorty!!
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