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07-15-2015, 11:36 AM
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Join Date: May 2015
Location: Hazel Green, Al
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Frame swap?
I am trying to figure out what I want to do with my 71 C10. I found a 76 K5 blazer frame with trans, disc brakes, steering for 500$ that has been cleaned and painted. I know that it is 6" shorter than a SWB C10, but can't find where someone has done the swap. Is it possible with body and radiator mount swaps and extending the rear 6"?
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07-15-2015, 12:28 PM
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Join Date: Jun 2015
Location: Ephrata, WA
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Re: Frame swap?
Possible? Anything is possible with enough time effort and money.
Easy? That's another story. It isn't just the frame length, but the wheel base.
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07-15-2015, 01:02 PM
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Join Date: Jun 2014
Location: Farmington, New Mexico
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Re: Frame swap?
The frames drop in different places as well. Anything is possible but it's a lot of work.
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07-16-2015, 10:26 AM
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Join Date: Oct 2014
Location: Mesa AZ (Near Phoenix)
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Re: Frame swap?
I have done the crossbreeds before where everything does not want to be there or mate up. Yes you can do it, too much work.
I would look for a truck frame (about $300 around here) with discs and power steering. Even if it's a long bed. Cut out 12" and put back together. 1 day operation. Good to go. Everything will then bolt up and be happy. Not so much the other way.
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