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09-03-2014, 01:54 PM
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Location: Quincy
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Front end swap
I know this has probably been discussed on here and if someone could point me to the appropriate thread I would appreciate it. I'm entertaining the thought of putting 73-74 sheet metal on the front of my 81 and was wonder what problems I will encounter or if it is even possible. Thanks
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09-03-2014, 03:33 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2014
Location: Jackson Kentucky
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Re: Front end swap
Should be a direct bolt on with some minor tweaking the harder swap is going 73-79 to 81 an up the cabs have different holes for the hood to bolt up that you've got to workout, Hope that helps you!
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09-03-2014, 03:36 PM
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Join Date: Feb 2014
Location: Quincy
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Re: Front end swap
Thanks, makes me more confident to dive into this project
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09-03-2014, 03:51 PM
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Join Date: Dec 2008
Location: Foristell, MO
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Re: Front end swap
You'll have to switch out the wipers to the older year
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09-03-2014, 03:53 PM
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Location: Jackson Kentucky
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Re: Front end swap
If you need pics just let me know.
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09-03-2014, 04:07 PM
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Join Date: Feb 2014
Location: Quincy
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Re: Front end swap
Pics would be very helpful. What is different about the doors, when you look up replacement doors they go from 73-77 and then 78-87? Does that have to do with brackets that mount the interior components?
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09-04-2014, 12:12 AM
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Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: WV
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Re: Front end swap
Doors are 73-76 and 77 up. It has to do with the interior panel mounting.
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09-15-2014, 05:53 PM
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Location: Deadwood SD
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Re: Front end swap
I would also like to do a swap of the older sheet metal to an 81 cab/frame.. anyone know what all is involved ?can this be done without a lot of cutting?
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