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chris j · 12-31-2013, 09:29 PM

I bought a 50 GMC 1 ton because the body and frame are perfect. My plan is to put a 1/2 ton drop axle in the front and remove 3 of the existing leafs. Not sure how to approach the back. Do I want to move the existing springs forward and cut off the back end or would it be better to simply shorten the frame behind the cab and leave the mounts on the frame as they are? Also what width rear end do I need and does any one have a recommendation of what rear end is best to use?

12-31-2013, 09:29 PM	#1
chris j Registered User Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Pasco WA Posts: 20	1950 1 ton to 1/2 running gear I bought a 50 GMC 1 ton because the body and frame are perfect. My plan is to put a 1/2 ton drop axle in the front and remove 3 of the existing leafs. Not sure how to approach the back. Do I want to move the existing springs forward and cut off the back end or would it be better to simply shorten the frame behind the cab and leave the mounts on the frame as they are? Also what width rear end do I need and does any one have a recommendation of what rear end is best to use?