76 body to 81 4x4 chassis - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

pointbreak · 02-22-2019, 01:21 PM

Hey Everyone. So I'm struggling with a decision here. I have 2 trucks. A 76 Chevy C20 camper special 454 turbo 400. And a 81 K20 with a 350 and a 4 speed. Is it reasonable to put the 76 body, which is in great shape, on the 81 chassis. The 81s body is ratty and Frankenstein, but kinda cool. Thing is, while I love em both, I don't need 2 trucks. With the costs of fuel/insurance and so on. Plus the space in my yard haha.

How big of a job is it?. I've done some frame offs before, but is there anything to look out for? I know I'll need a different trans tunnel. That's ok, I'll probably go automatic with an OD transmission. Anything else? Any tips are welcome.

Thanks

02-22-2019, 01:21 PM	#1
pointbreak Registered User Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Van island BC Posts: 41	76 body to 81 4x4 chassis Hey Everyone. So I'm struggling with a decision here. I have 2 trucks. A 76 Chevy C20 camper special 454 turbo 400. And a 81 K20 with a 350 and a 4 speed. Is it reasonable to put the 76 body, which is in great shape, on the 81 chassis. The 81s body is ratty and Frankenstein, but kinda cool. Thing is, while I love em both, I don't need 2 trucks. With the costs of fuel/insurance and so on. Plus the space in my yard haha. How big of a job is it?. I've done some frame offs before, but is there anything to look out for? I know I'll need a different trans tunnel. That's ok, I'll probably go automatic with an OD transmission. Anything else? Any tips are welcome. Thanks Attached Images __________________ Acknowledge and move on 1976 Chevy Silverado 454BBC 1966 Chevy Impala 4 Door Hardtop Last edited by pointbreak; 02-22-2019 at 01:27 PM.



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