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fluffyfreak · 07-22-2014, 02:20 AM

What all is involved in converting a 4x4 to a 2wd? I gotta 2wd crossmember, what else do I need to get or is all bolt in? Any threads on any of this? Any help would be appreciated

andrewmp6 · 07-22-2014, 02:39 AM

I would sell it and buy a 2wd truck,The 4x4 is worth more you can sell it buy a 2wd and have cash left.To do the swap you need the whole from front suspension from spindles to steering box.The rear im not sure on might just be the springs other things will be changing out the trans and new rear driveshaft.

KQQL IT · 07-22-2014, 03:16 AM

A blazer but same frame mods and x member.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=525702

fluffyfreak · 07-22-2014, 05:07 AM

KQQL IT actually hit the nail on the head as to what I wanna do. Im going to be building a blazer roadster and 2wd blazers are rare here and can pick up a 4x4 for fairly cheap. Im also in the middle of swappin my longbed to a shorty, unfortunatly the longbed frame is badly damaged so I cant use the front clip. Otherwise id just go get some steel and build a frame.

KQQL IT · 07-22-2014, 12:25 PM

Frame is the same. Just swap the x member

Your41Plague12 · 07-22-2014, 02:05 PM

Yup! For the rear, you'll need 2wd spring hangers as well. The 4x4 ones are taller.

bnoon · 07-22-2014, 04:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Your41Plague12

Yup! For the rear, you'll need 2wd spring hangers as well. The 4x4 ones are taller.

There are other options that require less work. The 2wd hangers can set the rear lower than the front depending on which springs you use.

INSIDIOUS '86 · 07-22-2014, 09:25 PM

I swapped my 4x4 k5 to 2wd as well. Flip kit in rear with 4x4 mounts still

You need to cut the rear bump stops out unbolt the front suspension and the cut every rivet there is up front pretty much. Measure off of the 2wd doner or another truck and place the crossmember in that position drill the holes and bolt it up then do the same with the front crossmember. Then measure and drill for the suspension linkage and swap the steering box to a 2wd version. That's about it in a nutshell.

It's time consuming but not so difficult unless you haven't got the right tools. I borrowed a plasma cutter and gouged the rivets off. Easily the fastest way to do this.

fluffyfreak · 07-22-2014, 10:46 PM

Oh its gonna be bagged and bodied guys

07-22-2014, 02:20 AM	#1
fluffyfreak Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: albuquerque nm Posts: 204	Converting 4x4 to 2wd, what needs to be done? What all is involved in converting a 4x4 to a 2wd? I gotta 2wd crossmember, what else do I need to get or is all bolt in? Any threads on any of this? Any help would be appreciated

07-22-2014, 02:39 AM	#2
andrewmp6 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Louisville,Ky Posts: 5,811	Re: Converting 4x4 to 2wd, what needs to be done? I would sell it and buy a 2wd truck,The 4x4 is worth more you can sell it buy a 2wd and have cash left.To do the swap you need the whole from front suspension from spindles to steering box.The rear im not sure on might just be the springs other things will be changing out the trans and new rear driveshaft.

07-22-2014, 03:16 AM	#3
KQQL IT At the body shop. Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Land of fruits and nuts. Posts: 5,254	Re: Converting 4x4 to 2wd, what needs to be done? A blazer but same frame mods and x member. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=525702 __________________ " That didnt make it any newer " " Dont antique the equipment "

07-22-2014, 05:07 AM	#4
fluffyfreak Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: albuquerque nm Posts: 204	Re: Converting 4x4 to 2wd, what needs to be done? KQQL IT actually hit the nail on the head as to what I wanna do. Im going to be building a blazer roadster and 2wd blazers are rare here and can pick up a 4x4 for fairly cheap. Im also in the middle of swappin my longbed to a shorty, unfortunatly the longbed frame is badly damaged so I cant use the front clip. Otherwise id just go get some steel and build a frame.

07-22-2014, 12:25 PM	#5
KQQL IT At the body shop. Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Land of fruits and nuts. Posts: 5,254	Re: Converting 4x4 to 2wd, what needs to be done? Frame is the same. Just swap the x member __________________ " That didnt make it any newer " " Dont antique the equipment "

07-22-2014, 02:05 PM	#6
Your41Plague12 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 1,009	Re: Converting 4x4 to 2wd, what needs to be done? Yup! For the rear, you'll need 2wd spring hangers as well. The 4x4 ones are taller. __________________ Steve Member of the Foot Pedal Club '83 Chevy K20: 6" Rough Country, 3" Performance Accessories BL, Bushwacker Cutouts, 38x15.50 Mickey Thompson Baja Claws, 350 HP 350 crate engine from Jegs, Turbo 400

07-22-2014, 09:25 PM	#8
INSIDIOUS '86 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: washington Posts: 4,178	Re: Converting 4x4 to 2wd, what needs to be done? I swapped my 4x4 k5 to 2wd as well. Flip kit in rear with 4x4 mounts still You need to cut the rear bump stops out unbolt the front suspension and the cut every rivet there is up front pretty much. Measure off of the 2wd doner or another truck and place the crossmember in that position drill the holes and bolt it up then do the same with the front crossmember. Then measure and drill for the suspension linkage and swap the steering box to a 2wd version. That's about it in a nutshell. It's time consuming but not so difficult unless you haven't got the right tools. I borrowed a plasma cutter and gouged the rivets off. Easily the fastest way to do this. Attached Images __________________ 377 sbc thumpr cam autogear m23 muncie 3:73 Detroit trutrac 3''spintech prostreet mufflers xpipe 1 3/4 headers build thread !http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=577217 Iroc gauge threadhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=554511 Last edited by INSIDIOUS '86; 07-22-2014 at 09:31 PM. Reason: Thor killed some ice giants

07-22-2014, 10:46 PM	#9
fluffyfreak Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: albuquerque nm Posts: 204	Re: Converting 4x4 to 2wd, what needs to be done? Oh its gonna be bagged and bodied guys



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