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90\87Formula · 07-14-2009, 11:49 AM

Anybody here done or heard of anyone doing a 67-72 cab swap onto a mid 80s longbed S10 frame?

I do appreciate people replying but, Please don't do like the people below did and comment on why it shouldn't be done. I'm just looking for info on the swap, you can PM me with any info you have..

Skirkpat · 07-14-2009, 02:21 PM

I doubt you will ever see that.What would you expect to gain? A lower payload? The trailing arm suspension on 67-72's are great, plenty of aftermarket support. Wy would you put a much weaker, lighter payload under a full size?

creep · 07-14-2009, 02:27 PM

I would think the S10 frame would be too narrow.

Skirkpat · 07-14-2009, 03:50 PM

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Originally Posted by creep

I would think the S10 frame would be too narrow.

track width is alot narrower

90\87Formula · 07-14-2009, 04:01 PM

I've seen some of the swaps the guys with mid 50's trucks have done and some of the look pretty good.

To answer the above questions:
Yes the frame is narrow. The 50's guys have been using wheels adapters to get the wheels out farther.

I'm not worried about payload. In the 20+ years I've had the pickup, the heaviest thing I put in the back was a new washer from Sears. My old 3/4 ton Chevy van and trailer is used for any thing bigger than that.

I'm thinking on the lines of my cab and a small wooden stake-bed on the back; mounted on a mid 80's long bed S10 frame.
It won't be a show truck; I'm not into that type of stuff. Just an economical runaround truck or at least more economical than it is right now.

Here's a link to one of the 50's swaps. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=305723

Skirkpat · 07-14-2009, 04:17 PM

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Originally Posted by 90\87Formula

I've seen some of the swaps the guys with mid 50's trucks have done and some of the look pretty good.

To answer the above questions:
Yes the frame is narrow. The 50's guys have been using wheels adapters to get the wheels out farther.

I'm not worried about payload. In the 20+ years I've had the pickup, the heaviest thing I put in the back was a new washer from Sears. My old 3/4 ton Chevy van and trailer is used for any thing bigger than that.

I'm thinking on the lines of my cab and a small wooden stake-bed on the back; mounted on a mid 80's long bed S10 frame.
It won't be a show truck; I'm not into that type of stuff. Just an economical runaround truck or at least more economical than it is right now.

Here's a link to one of the 50's swaps. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=305723

I am not flaming your idea, It just is not something I would think many people would try.

I understand why the 50's guys do it, it is to gain independent front suspension, power disc's, upgraded safety W/ dual master cyl. Those trucks are narrower, and still need spacers as you pointed out.

You already have or could have those with bolt on parts, if you want a 4 cyl engine for mileage, I would look for a Nova strait four, or something along that line? no power, but neither would a 2.8 V-6 under a full size cab. The frame is not the heavy part the cab is.

BarryB · 07-14-2009, 10:05 PM

Man I to agree with not trying the swap. because unless your real energetic I see a project that doesn't get finished. If your wanting economy, Is your truck a 6 or 8 cylinder. If 8 find a good 250 straight six, and find a higher geared diff.
friend of mine is driving a 56 F100 stock 6 cylinder, 3spd trans, But he put in a 9 inch with 3:00 gears. that thing is getting close to 30 mpg's. It is sluggish on take off, but it does good when your a flying.

gchemist · 07-15-2009, 02:29 AM

Second gen frames are used frequently under 55-57 Chevy's. PM me an e-mail address. I have detailed frame information for the Gen II S-10s.

Skirkpat · 07-15-2009, 08:37 AM

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Originally Posted by gchemist

Second gen frames are used frequently under 55-57 Chevy's. PM me an e-mail address. I have detailed frame information for the Gen II S-10s.

He asked about a later model, 67-72...Completely different situation. Wider/Heavier truck

gchemist · 07-15-2009, 11:06 AM

What is the weight difference of a 55-57 CAR vs a 67-72 truck?
Frames put under tri-fives are being ued even in prostock racing.

90\87Formula · 07-15-2009, 11:38 AM

Hey guys. I appreciate you reading my post and replying, but I did ask for specific years of trucks and frames.
Ok, I didn't specify the frame year in the first post but did in post 5. I'll change the first post.

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Skirkpat Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: K.C. Missouri Posts: 1,024	Re: 67-72 to S10 swap? I doubt you will ever see that.What would you expect to gain? A lower payload? The trailing arm suspension on 67-72's are great, plenty of aftermarket support. Wy would you put a much weaker, lighter payload under a full size? __________________ 1969 Short Stepside 1969 4 WD Suburban 1970 1 Ton Dually....Misfit oh, and a 2001 HD 2500, 8.1 Allison Shortbed 4 Door

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90\87Formula Registered User $90\87Formula's Avatar$ Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Abilene Texas Posts: 1,756	Re: 67-72 to S10 swap? I've seen some of the swaps the guys with mid 50's trucks have done and some of the look pretty good. To answer the above questions: Yes the frame is narrow. The 50's guys have been using wheels adapters to get the wheels out farther. I'm not worried about payload. In the 20+ years I've had the pickup, the heaviest thing I put in the back was a new washer from Sears. My old 3/4 ton Chevy van and trailer is used for any thing bigger than that. I'm thinking on the lines of my cab and a small wooden stake-bed on the back; mounted on a mid 80's long bed S10 frame. It won't be a show truck; I'm not into that type of stuff. Just an economical runaround truck or at least more economical than it is right now. Here's a link to one of the 50's swaps. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=305723 __________________ Robert Member 1532
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BarryB Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Blountville, Tn. Posts: 3,904	Re: 67-72 to S10 swap? Man I to agree with not trying the swap. because unless your real energetic I see a project that doesn't get finished. If your wanting economy, Is your truck a 6 or 8 cylinder. If 8 find a good 250 straight six, and find a higher geared diff. friend of mine is driving a 56 F100 stock 6 cylinder, 3spd trans, But he put in a 9 inch with 3:00 gears. that thing is getting close to 30 mpg's. It is sluggish on take off, but it does good when your a flying. __________________ We could learn a lot from crayons... Some are sharp; some are pretty;and some are dull. Some have weird names; and all are different colours;but they all have to live in the same box. You may be only one person in the world, But you may also be the world to one person. * Some mistakes are too much fun to only make once. Two rules in life. 1. Never sweat the small stuff! 2. Everything is small stuff!

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gchemist BAD BOW-Silverado XST Join Date: May 2000 Location: Senior Member from Austin, TX Posts: 6,431	Re: 67-72 to S10 swap? Second gen frames are used frequently under 55-57 Chevy's. PM me an e-mail address. I have detailed frame information for the Gen II S-10s. __________________ Gerardo a.k.a. Mad Chemist Silverado XST videos

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gchemist BAD BOW-Silverado XST Join Date: May 2000 Location: Senior Member from Austin, TX Posts: 6,431	Re: 67-72 to S10 swap? What is the weight difference of a 55-57 CAR vs a 67-72 truck? Frames put under tri-fives are being ued even in prostock racing. __________________ Gerardo a.k.a. Mad Chemist Silverado XST videos

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90\87Formula Registered User $90\87Formula's Avatar$ Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Abilene Texas Posts: 1,756	Re: 67-72 to S10 swap? Hey guys. I appreciate you reading my post and replying, but I did ask for specific years of trucks and frames. Ok, I didn't specify the frame year in the first post but did in post 5. I'll change the first post. __________________ Robert Member 1532 Last edited by 90\87Formula; 07-15-2009 at 11:40 AM.
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