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danadena1960 · 01-27-2004, 01:48 AM

A buddy of mine has a 1987 2wd truck with a cracked frame where the steering box attaches to the frame. My question is, is the 2wd and 4wd frames the same as far as doing the repair doubler? If not, does anybody know where he can find a kit for his truck?
Thanks,
Dana

*1972C10* · 01-27-2004, 02:48 AM

www.jcwhitney.com

I have seen repair pieces for that crack but ill have to dig up the magazine i couldnt find it on the site.

Ill get the part number posted up soon as i find the jc whitney.

Grim Reaper · 01-27-2004, 11:14 AM

www.offroaddesign.com Tell Stephen Grimmy sent ya. He knows what you need. Get a steering brace as well as the patch.

Here is a good write up on how to install the patch. I think Stepahn actually did the repair and it's on Steve Fox's (Mr CK5) truck.
http://www.coloradok5.com/ordframebrace.shtml

danadena1960 · 01-27-2004, 11:30 AM

Thanks for the info. Problem is they all say they are for 4wd. Are the 2wd and 4wd frames the same in this area?
Thanks again for the info.
Dana

Prerunner1982 · 01-27-2004, 12:35 PM

mine was craked, i looked at the ORD kit, but didnt have time to wait for it to get shipped..... shop i took it too, too a thick piece of metal wider and longer then the bolt pattern for the box... drilled appropriate holes and bolted it to the opposite side of the frame from the steering box. its been well over a year and has worked just fine.

KShortell · 01-27-2004, 01:04 PM

I forget the name of the company, but there is a firm making braces for 2WD GM pickups of our generation...

danadena1960 · 01-27-2004, 10:55 PM

Hey Kshortell,
Did you have a chance to find out who makes a kit for a 2 wheeler yet?
Thanks,
Dana

KShortell · 01-29-2004, 06:35 PM

FOUND IT! I knew I'd seen it somewhere...
Autofab 2WD GM frame brace-- 1973-87/91 GM's

"The above kit was designed to satisfy requests from Chevy 2WD truck owners who know 4WD owners or used to be one. They wanted some insurance for their frames as well. This kit mounts on the front side of the crossmember and reinforces 2 of the steering box mounting bolts. Fits 1/2 - 3/4 - 1 ton trucks. It's not as common a problem with 2WD trucks, but, we have had to repair them as well. For a small price and a little work you will have peace of mind.

All steering box gusset kits are $105. you can order by calling us direct at AUTOFAB (619)-562-1740 or by sending an e-mail to john@autofab.com with your name, address, phone number and your order or questions."

Installation article
http://www.4wheeloffroad.com/howto/3099/

Manufacturer home page
http://www.autofab.com/

danadena1960 · 01-29-2004, 08:54 PM

THANK YOU VERY VERY MUCH!!!...
Dana

rolson1039 · 01-29-2004, 09:53 PM

this happened to a friend of mine and he went to his local welder and he fabbed something for him there at his shop i believe its different 2 to 4 WD

01-27-2004, 01:48 AM	#1
danadena1960 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Stockbridge, GA (Suburbs of Atlanta) Posts: 126	87 2wd frame question A buddy of mine has a 1987 2wd truck with a cracked frame where the steering box attaches to the frame. My question is, is the 2wd and 4wd frames the same as far as doing the repair doubler? If not, does anybody know where he can find a kit for his truck? Thanks, Dana __________________ Dana 77 K-20 454 73 SS El Camino 454 68 SS Camaro 327 48 Chevy 216 755 John Deere

01-27-2004, 11:14 AM	#3
Grim Reaper Registered User Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Atlanta GA Posts: 1,704	www.offroaddesign.com Tell Stephen Grimmy sent ya. He knows what you need. Get a steering brace as well as the patch. Here is a good write up on how to install the patch. I think Stepahn actually did the repair and it's on Steve Fox's (Mr CK5) truck. http://www.coloradok5.com/ordframebrace.shtml __________________ Grim-Reaper 70 Pontiac LeMans Sport Convertible, worlds longest resto in progress Looking for 71-72 2wd Blazer or Jimmy Project

01-27-2004, 11:30 AM	#4
danadena1960 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Stockbridge, GA (Suburbs of Atlanta) Posts: 126	Thanks for the info. Problem is they all say they are for 4wd. Are the 2wd and 4wd frames the same in this area? Thanks again for the info. Dana __________________ Dana 77 K-20 454 73 SS El Camino 454 68 SS Camaro 327 48 Chevy 216 755 John Deere

01-27-2004, 12:35 PM	#5
Prerunner1982 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Edmond, OK Posts: 5,904	mine was craked, i looked at the ORD kit, but didnt have time to wait for it to get shipped..... shop i took it too, too a thick piece of metal wider and longer then the bolt pattern for the box... drilled appropriate holes and bolted it to the opposite side of the frame from the steering box. its been well over a year and has worked just fine. __________________ Jon 1982 Chevy Silverado 350/th350.... RETIRED 1993 Jeep XJ 2 door(Cherokee) 4wd 4.0ltr/AX-15 (5spd)/NP231 .... Oklahoma Roll Call

01-27-2004, 01:04 PM	#6
KShortell Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Chesapeake, VA Posts: 734	I forget the name of the company, but there is a firm making braces for 2WD GM pickups of our generation... __________________ Semper Paratus

01-27-2004, 02:48 AM	#2
1972C10 Account Suspended Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Texas Posts: 2,686	www.jcwhitney.com I have seen repair pieces for that crack but ill have to dig up the magazine i couldnt find it on the site. Ill get the part number posted up soon as i find the jc whitney.

01-27-2004, 10:55 PM	#7
danadena1960 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Stockbridge, GA (Suburbs of Atlanta) Posts: 126	Hey Kshortell, Did you have a chance to find out who makes a kit for a 2 wheeler yet? Thanks, Dana __________________ Dana 77 K-20 454 73 SS El Camino 454 68 SS Camaro 327 48 Chevy 216 755 John Deere

01-29-2004, 06:35 PM	#8
KShortell Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Chesapeake, VA Posts: 734	FOUND IT! I knew I'd seen it somewhere... Autofab 2WD GM frame brace-- 1973-87/91 GM's "The above kit was designed to satisfy requests from Chevy 2WD truck owners who know 4WD owners or used to be one. They wanted some insurance for their frames as well. This kit mounts on the front side of the crossmember and reinforces 2 of the steering box mounting bolts. Fits 1/2 - 3/4 - 1 ton trucks. It's not as common a problem with 2WD trucks, but, we have had to repair them as well. For a small price and a little work you will have peace of mind. All steering box gusset kits are $105. you can order by calling us direct at AUTOFAB (619)-562-1740 or by sending an e-mail to john@autofab.com with your name, address, phone number and your order or questions." Installation article http://www.4wheeloffroad.com/howto/3099/ Manufacturer home page http://www.autofab.com/ __________________ Semper Paratus

01-29-2004, 08:54 PM	#9
danadena1960 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Stockbridge, GA (Suburbs of Atlanta) Posts: 126	THANK YOU VERY VERY MUCH!!!... Dana __________________ Dana 77 K-20 454 73 SS El Camino 454 68 SS Camaro 327 48 Chevy 216 755 John Deere

01-29-2004, 09:53 PM	#10
rolson1039 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: NJ Posts: 404	this happened to a friend of mine and he went to his local welder and he fabbed something for him there at his shop i believe its different 2 to 4 WD



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