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01-26-2015, 11:13 PM | #1 |
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Aftermarket Engine crossmember ?
I am looking at converting my 68 longhorn frame to a 4wd. Plans were to build a Cummins Driveline but the long term cost comparison and simplicity of repair keeps going back to a gas truck. I need to be able to fix it quickly. The working season is short for reroofing here in Ontario so I can't wait 2 weeks for non stocked parts.
So what I have decided to build is a gas 4x4. I am looking for options on engine and transmission crossmembers. Are there any company's that custom make one ? I am planning on building a big block with a 4L80 attached to a 205 case. I have been offered a 3/4 ton Dana 44 supppsto be a " military" Axel. Whatever that means.... Thicker tubing anyone have experience with them ? The truck will be used for my roofing business I only will be using 4wd to crawl up steep driveways towing a 6000lb trailer . Any help or input on what I should be using is appriciated. This it the body that will be used on the completed frame.
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1968 Suburban numbers matching all original truck now equipped with 6.0/4L80 on Accuair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=625017 1967 C/20 6.0/4L80 Roofing Truck 1990 V2500 Suburban "Plow Truck" 2005 TAHOE DD Last edited by 72MARIO; 01-26-2015 at 11:24 PM. |
01-26-2015, 11:28 PM | #2 |
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Re: Aftermarket Engine crossmember ?
This is the 468 parts truck. Going to donate its engine hydro boost brakes and rear sway bar. To bad it was not 4wd
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1968 Suburban numbers matching all original truck now equipped with 6.0/4L80 on Accuair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=625017 1967 C/20 6.0/4L80 Roofing Truck 1990 V2500 Suburban "Plow Truck" 2005 TAHOE DD |
01-27-2015, 04:31 AM | #3 |
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Re: Aftermarket Engine crossmember ?
Only crossmember i know of is http://diy4x.com/cart/index.php?rout...&product_id=80 as far as a military dana 44 that's just made up stuff people believe.With a big block and weight you need to pull i would look more in to 1ton running gear for it.
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01-28-2015, 07:18 PM | #4 |
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Re: Aftermarket Engine crossmember ?
Diy4x as stated, ord and tna unfortunately your year is the problem nobody has a listed crossmember for the year diy4x starts at 69 you could call or email all 3 and ask them about it though.
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