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baggedondubs67 · 03-04-2003, 12:14 AM

I have a 67 chevy that is bagged on 20's and is in the paint shop as we speak, but that is not the question my dad needs help on his truck. Well here gos he has a 1949 chevy and he wants to put a newer frame, his boss has a 73-87 frame and he was wondering if it would fit or if theres any other frame that would fit. thank for the help.

Fred T · 03-04-2003, 12:48 AM

The 47-54 Chevy truck does not fit on any frame without major work. I've heard of some adapting to a S-10 frame, which still requires complete fab of brake and clutch workings. For more info go to www.stovebolt.com

crazy longhorn · 03-04-2003, 12:53 AM

US bodysource has an article on a glass 47-54 body on an S 10 frame. I have seen a couple bodys mounted on the 73-87 frames(locally), but the track width is a little wide....crazyL

imdarren · 03-04-2003, 01:33 AM

This is not a cheap way to go but is definatly the best rout. Period.
They make sweet frames that your body will bolt up to, but with the newer front suspension etc. You can even get it with a 4link rear end setup! Must be expensive however...
www.jimmeyerracing.com

Darren

Chevy Wrench · 03-04-2003, 02:52 AM

Actually, it will fit the full size frame. I have a 1940 Chevy truck with a 75 1/2 ton frame under it. Not too hard to do. You see, from, I think 1935 to about 1980, Chevy truck frames were all the same width. The only difference was where ( and how) the suspension was mounted, and where the body mounts were located. Ive done a ton of these mods over the years. i.e. 1938 Diamond T, 1942 Fedral. A couple of F@rd COE's. All on Chevy chassis. Mind you, the 1/2 and 3/4 ton frames are the same. The 1 tons are just a bit thicker. Good luck
John

baggedondubs67 · 03-04-2003, 02:23 PM

thanks everyone for your expert opinion me and my dad really thank you

ChevLoRay · 03-04-2003, 03:39 PM

I have a friend who has a '52 on a later chassis (73-up). The track of the tires has the outer edge of the tire tread, a little outside of the fender edge. So, there is about 2-inches of tire sticking to the outside of each fender....with P235-75R15's. I guess it is okay, but it looks kinda hokey to me.

crazy longhorn · 03-04-2003, 04:54 PM

that was what I noticed also....the track is about 4" wider on the 73-87 trucks as compaired to the old "fatfendered chevs". I think if a guy watches the wheel offset real close, or stretches the fenders........... just thinkin outloud

>X< · 03-04-2003, 07:25 PM

welcome from louisiana, how bout some pics of your truck?

brad2 · 03-04-2003, 10:18 PM

They make bolt on and weld on mustang II style crossmembers for that style truck. That would be the easiest and best looking option IMO. There is good aftermarket support for those models.

oldcarbuff · 03-05-2003, 10:56 AM

rb's obsolete is a street rod company and they make frames for these trucks as well as bolt on front suspension upgrades.

OCB

03-04-2003, 12:14 AM	#1
baggedondubs67 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Avenal, Ca. Posts: 22	sorry that this does not belong here. I have a 67 chevy that is bagged on 20's and is in the paint shop as we speak, but that is not the question my dad needs help on his truck. Well here gos he has a 1949 chevy and he wants to put a newer frame, his boss has a 73-87 frame and he was wondering if it would fit or if theres any other frame that would fit. thank for the help.

03-04-2003, 12:48 AM	#2
Fred T Cantankerous Geezer Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Bel Aire, KS Posts: 6,264	The 47-54 Chevy truck does not fit on any frame without major work. I've heard of some adapting to a S-10 frame, which still requires complete fab of brake and clutch workings. For more info go to www.stovebolt.com __________________ Fred There is no such thing as too much cam...just not enough engine.

03-04-2003, 01:33 AM	#4
imdarren Registered User Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: SW Washington Posts: 1,006	This is not a cheap way to go but is definatly the best rout. Period. They make sweet frames that your body will bolt up to, but with the newer front suspension etc. You can even get it with a 4link rear end setup! Must be expensive however... www.jimmeyerracing.com Darren __________________ Washington State 1967 Chevy C10 LWB Rodstoration In Progress. 1972 K20 Cheyenne Super

03-04-2003, 02:52 AM	#5
Chevy Wrench former desert rat Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: salt lake city, utah Home of the 3 M's Mormons, methlabs and minivans Posts: 320	Actually, it will fit the full size frame. I have a 1940 Chevy truck with a 75 1/2 ton frame under it. Not too hard to do. You see, from, I think 1935 to about 1980, Chevy truck frames were all the same width. The only difference was where ( and how) the suspension was mounted, and where the body mounts were located. Ive done a ton of these mods over the years. i.e. 1938 Diamond T, 1942 Fedral. A couple of F@rd COE's. All on Chevy chassis. Mind you, the 1/2 and 3/4 ton frames are the same. The 1 tons are just a bit thicker. Good luck John __________________ 94 Chevy Silverado Ext cab 4/6 drop w/ 18's and 2500watt system (work truck). 67 Chevy swb under const. frame off custom, 20's, bagged and a large rat under the hood,and a 1940 Chevy truck under const.

03-04-2003, 02:23 PM	#6
baggedondubs67 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Avenal, Ca. Posts: 22	thanks everyone thanks everyone for your expert opinion me and my dad really thank you

03-04-2003, 12:53 AM	#3
crazy longhorn Fabricate till you "puke" Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Ill Posts: 9,403	US bodysource has an article on a glass 47-54 body on an S 10 frame. I have seen a couple bodys mounted on the 73-87 frames(locally), but the track width is a little wide....crazyL

03-04-2003, 03:39 PM	#7
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	I have a friend who has a '52 on a later chassis (73-up). The track of the tires has the outer edge of the tire tread, a little outside of the fender edge. So, there is about 2-inches of tire sticking to the outside of each fender....with P235-75R15's. I guess it is okay, but it looks kinda hokey to me. __________________ Member Nr. 2770 '96 GMC Sportside; 4.3/SLT - Daily driven....constantly needs washed. '69 C-10 SWB; 350/TH400 - in limbo The older I get, the better I was.

03-04-2003, 04:54 PM	#8
crazy longhorn Fabricate till you "puke" Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Ill Posts: 9,403	that was what I noticed also....the track is about 4" wider on the 73-87 trucks as compaired to the old "fatfendered chevs". I think if a guy watches the wheel offset real close, or stretches the fenders........... just thinkin outloud

03-04-2003, 07:25 PM	#9
>X< registered IWATA user Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Baton Rouge Posts: 4,483	welcome from louisiana, how bout some pics of your truck? __________________ -'63 Ford Fairlane 500 coupe, v8, auto, faded and rusty. awaiting built roller 302 and some flat black -'99 Honda Prelude. vtech/5spd. no pipe, no intake, bone stock. awaiting new top end. -01 GMC Yukon SLT 5.3 dented and scratched with a noisy tranny. Take off that Von Dutch hat before i stab you with a 000 Mack.

03-04-2003, 10:18 PM	#10
brad2 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: edmond, ok Posts: 1,058	They make bolt on and weld on mustang II style crossmembers for that style truck. That would be the easiest and best looking option IMO. There is good aftermarket support for those models.

03-05-2003, 10:56 AM	#11
oldcarbuff Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Muncie, IN U.S.A. Posts: 60	rb's obsolete is a street rod company and they make frames for these trucks as well as bolt on front suspension upgrades. OCB



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