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Old 11-06-2011, 03:46 PM   #1
zip76
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Starting my 2x4 to 4x4 conversion.

Hey everyone, I looking to get some input on my current project.
I've got a 1979 GMC 2500 4x4 and a 1974 Chevrolet Stake truck. The good and the bad is....the stake truck has got an EXCELLENT frame that I want to utilize but of course....it's a 2 wheel drive. Now I've acquired a 1979 GMC that has quite a bit of rust on the frame and prolly some weak spots. (It's been sitting outside for 10 years) My plan is to swap out he front axle assembly and all the brackets to the stake truck. The whole reason I'm even attempting this is...is because the stake trucks frame measures 8" tall throughout the whole mid section of the truck and the GMCs frame is only 6.5" tall. I've tried to google this frame and can't find anything on it. It's one hell of a beefy frame.
I've read this thread...

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=168231

and come to the conclusion I'm going to attempt it.
Note: The 1979 Gmc has a fresh 350 and everything works great! (4x4)
The stake truck has no motor currently in it.
Everything looks as if it should swap right over with some drilling of some new holes and some new bolts and nuts. I really don't see where I'd have to do any welding?
Any tips or advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks
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